Application Requirements: Essay - Scholarships Delaware Student Success

AANAPISI Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 21, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Asian and Pacific Islander American students who will be enrolling or are currently enrolled in a college or university as a degree-seeking undergraduate student
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

ACES Education Fund

Deadline Date: November 15, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Current college students interested in a career in editing
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Resume
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Achievement Scholarship for Students with a History of Chronic Illness

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school seniors or graduates of a Delaware high school who experienced a health-related issue that impaired their ability to pursue their education
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

ACLS Scholarship for Healthcare Providers by Pacific Medical Training

Deadline Date: November 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in a health-care degree program.
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Ada Leigh Soles Memorial Professional Librarian and Archivist Incentive Program

Deadline Date: June 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for academically talented Delawareans to pursue careers as librarians and archivists in Delaware
Application Requirements: Essay, Transcript
Award Amount: Full Tuition
View More

ADK $1000 Scholarship Zeta Chapter

Deadline Date: May 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior in one of the three Appoquinimink School District High Schools who will pursue a degree in the education or related field.
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
View More

AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors who has been impacted by Alzheimer’s or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families or their communities
Application Requirements: Essay, Video
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Ally Financial Law Scholars (CBCF Scholarship)

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for incoming full-time students at an accredited law school.
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Resume, Transcript, Video
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Althea W. Armstrong Scholarship, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. – State of Delaware

Deadline Date: January 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Minority, female senior graduating from a Delaware high school who will pursue a college degree
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship

Deadline Date: December 19, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school senior who has taken or is currently enrolled in a computer science, engineering, or robotics course and will major in a computer science/engineering field- scholarship and internship
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

American Association of University Women – Dover Delaware Branch

Deadline Date: March 28, 2025
Scholarship Overview: The scholarships are open to high school seniors who are residents of Kent County and enrolled in a Kent County high school.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

American Association of University Women (Wilmington Branch)

Deadline Date: March 8, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating female high school senior or adult female who resides in New Castle County seeking to attend college
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

American Association of University Women Coastal Georgetown Branch – Delaware Tech Graduate Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 28, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Female college student who has completed 2 years at Delaware Tech and plans to complete her degree at a 4-year institution
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

American Association of University Women Coastal Georgetown Branch – Future Educator Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 28, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating female senior from Cape Henlopen, Sussex Academy, Sussex Central, Sussex Tech or Indian River High School who will pursue a degree to teach
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

American Association of University Women Coastal Georgetown Branch – Need Based Scholarship

American Association of University Women Coastal Georgetown Branch – Standard Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 28, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating female from Sussex County attending either Cape Henlopen, Sussex Central, Indian River, Sussex Tech or Sussex Academy High School
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) Delaware Section

Deadline Date: January 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors who are planning to major in engineering
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

American Legion Auxiliary Dept of DE Nursing Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating seniors of a Delaware high school who will pursue a degree in nursing.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Architecture Scholarship for Professional Degree Candidates

Deadline Date: April 7, 2025
Scholarship Overview: College student working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in architecture
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

AstraZeneca Scholarship (HBCU Week X)

Deadline Date: February 17, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students entering an HBCU and majoring in any STEM or supply chain-related majors working towards a bachelor’s degree
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Auger & Auger Disabled Scholar Award – Fall Semester

Deadline Date: July 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Disabled high-achieving student who is intending to pursue an undergraduate college degree
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Auger & Auger Disabled Scholar Award – Spring Semester

Deadline Date: November 30, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Disabled high-achieving student who is intending to pursue an undergraduate college degree
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Automotive Hall of Fame Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: June 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students who will be/currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in an automotive career
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

AW Bridal Scholarship

Deadline Date: May 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors or college students that will attend a US college next fall
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Ayn Rand “Anthem” Essay Contest

Deadline Date: May 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Essay contest- Open to all middle & high school students worldwide, ages 13 and older
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Ayn Rand “Atlas Shrugged” Essay Contest

Deadline Date: September 20, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school seniors or college students who have an outstanding grasp on the philosophic meaning of “Atlas Shrugged”
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Ayn Rand “Fountainhead” Essay Contest – Fall Prompt

Deadline Date: September 13, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Open to all middle school and high school students worldwide who have read Ayn Rand’s book “The Fountainhead”
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Ayn Rand “Fountainhead” Essay Contest – Summer Prompt

Deadline Date: June 7, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Open to all middle school and high school students worldwide who have read Ayn Rand’s book “The Fountainhead”
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Ayn Rand “Fountainhead” Essay Contest – Winter Prompt

Deadline Date: December 20, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Open to all middle school and high school students worldwide who have read Ayn Rand’s book “The Fountainhead”
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Bertha E. Johnson Scholarship, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Gamma Alpha Rho Zeta

Deadline Date: January 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Under-represented minority students (African Americans, Latinos and Native Americans) who are high school seniors, living in Southern New Castle County
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Better Business Bureau Education Foundation Student Ethics Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Delaware high school senior who personifies high ethics as demonstrated through leadership, community service, overall personal integrity and academic history
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Betty Lewis Education Scholarship (Delaware PTA)

Deadline Date: May 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior pursuing a 2- or 4-year degree in education at any accredited college or university
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Boom & Bucket’s Student Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Currently enrolled students and future students pursuing a heavy machinery themed program
Application Requirements: Essay, Video
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Brandon Lee Brinkley Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: June 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors seeking higher educational learning that will impact their career choice. U.S. citizen, Delaware resident, and high school senior with 2.5 GPA or above
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript, Video
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Bright Future Fund

Deadline Date: June 14, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students with Down syndrome who are continuing to enrich their lives by taking classes or enrolling in postsecondary educational programs
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Buffalo Soldiers MC of Delaware Scholarships

Deadline Date: February 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for high school seniors in the State of Delaware
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Resume, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Buy-Rite Beauty School Scholarship

Deadline Date: November 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Students who have applied to or currently enrolled full-time beautician, esthetician, or cosmetology student.
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Caribbean-American Scholarship

Deadline Date: June 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Delaware high school seniors of Caribbean descent are invited to apply for the 2024 Caribbean-American Scholarship Award
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Caribbean-American Scholarship Sponsored by the Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Association of Delaware

Deadline Date: July 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Student of Caribbean descent and a high school graduate from Delaware
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

CBC Spouses Performing Arts Scholarship (CBCF Scholarship)

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for full-time Black scholars pursuing a degree in performing arts .
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript, Video
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Chafee Education and Training Vouchers Program

Deadline Date: April 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Current or former Delaware youth, who is or has experienced foster care in Delaware and plans to pursue post-secondary education or training programs
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Child of an American Veteran Scholarship

Deadline Date: December 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school senior or college student who is the child of a veteran of the U.S. armed forces
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Children of Warriors National Presidents’ Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Must be a HS senior year and a direct descendant of a veteran who served in the US Armed Forces
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Children’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association Education Scholarship

Deadline Date: August 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors and postsecondary students with a history of hemiplegia, hemiparesis or pediatric stroke
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Chispa Scholarship (HACU)

Deadline Date: November 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Current undergraduate students attending a Hispanic Association Institution
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Coalition of Black Trade Unionist Scholarship Program (CBTU) Delaware

Deadline Date: May 2, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Must be graduating high school senior, a child or grandchild of a dues-paying Delaware union member or retired. Accepted into an accredited four-year full-time program or accredited two-year institution that will transfer to a four-year institution. The scholarship may be used for any field of study or used for any Delaware Construction Building Trades Apprenticeship Program.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, SAT/ACT Score Report
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Conway Holmes Hayman and Gary Wesley Hayman Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: College-bound senior high school athlete (female or male) attending Appoquinimink, Brandywine, Caesar Rodney, Cape Henlopen, Capital, Christina, Colonial, Delmar, Indian River, Lake Forest, Laurel, Milford, New Castle County Vocational-Technical, PolyTECH, Red Clay, Seaford, Smyrna, Sussex Technical, Woodbridge and Charter School Districts in Delaware who plans to attend a two- or four-year college or university.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 9, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Community college students seeking to complete their bachelor’s degrees at four-year colleges or universities
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: Full Tuition
View More

Coolidge Scholarship

Deadline Date: December 11, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Full-ride merit scholarship open to current juniors planning to attend college the fall after their senior year.
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Full Tuition
View More

DAV Auxiliary Education Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: March 21, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarships for students of DAV members attending an accredited college, university or vocational school in the United States or territory
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

DAV Auxiliary Vocational/Training Assistance Reimbursement Program

Deadline Date: March 21, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Tuition/course reimbursement for students of DAV members seeking education opportunities at education facilities
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Dave Reynolds Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school senior from a Delaware high school who plans to attend Delaware State University full-time in the next academic year
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Debbie King Early Childhood Education Scholarship (Delaware PTA)

Deadline Date: May 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior pursuing a 2- or 4-year degree in early childhood education at any accredited college or university
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Del-One Federal Credit Union Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating Delaware high school seniors attending college next fall
Application Requirements: Essay, Transcript, Video
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Delaware Association of Educational Office Professionals (DAEOP) Student Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior who is entering an accredited college for at least two years in a secretarial or related office/business occupational field (i.e. accounting, business technology, etc.)
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Delaware Diabetes Coalition

Deadline Date: April 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior seeking higher education from an accredited college or university, or a student currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Delaware Forestry Association Scholarship Award

Deadline Date: April 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior or college student majoring in forestry or a related major
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Delaware Junior Golf Scholarship Fund

Deadline Date: May 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior or college student who is an active golfer and plans to attend/is attending a four-year college or university
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Delaware School Counselor Association Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 21, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Senior who will be attending a two- or four-year college/university or attending a certified trade school or apprenticeship
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

DELAWARE SCHOOL NUTRITION ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Deadline Date: April 8, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of a Delaware high school who will pursue a degree in Food & Nutrition Related program
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Delaware State Organization of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, May B. Leasure Grant-in-Aid

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school senior or undergraduate college student who is pursuing a teacher preparation program
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Delaware Veteran Support Association Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High School seniors planning to enroll next fall in an associate and undergraduate degree program, trade school, or seek professional certifications.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Video
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Denny Sanford Arizona State University Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Current high school senior who will pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at Arizona State University
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Diversity in Safety Scholarship (Chemours & NSC)

Deadline Date: May 19, 2025
Scholarship Overview: People of color pursing an undergraduate degree at Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Hispanic Serving Institutions to help jumpstart their safety careers.
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Diversity in Safety Scholarship (NSC)

Deadline Date: May 19, 2025
Scholarship Overview: BIPOC individuals, people with disabilities, and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ who are seeking post-secondary education leading to a career in environmental, health and/or safety.
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Donald & Nancy Edwards Scholarship

Deadline Date: October 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school Junior participating in the Upward Bound program through UD or Delaware Tech
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Dr. C. Edward Graybeal Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior from Milford High School who will pursue a degree in higher education
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Dr. Craig A. Stonesifer Veterinary Scholarship for Academic Excellence

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Veterinary students in their second, third or fourth year of veterinary school and are Delaware residents
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Dr. Jill Biden Scholarship – Biden Breast Health Initiative

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of a Delaware high school pursuing a career in health care or education at a 2- or 4-year college/university
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Dr. Teresa D. Drummond Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 4, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for Black female high school seniors, current college or trade students, and non-traditional adult learners pursuing higher education.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Dr. Velma Scantlebury-White STEM Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 13, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicants must be a graduating African American high school senior residing in the Middletown (DE) Alumnae service area Middletown, Odessa, Townsend, Clayton, Port Penn, St. Georges and Delaware City and planning to major in a STEM-related field
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Dr. Yvonne Barnett Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicants must be an education major with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and a current senior in a Delaware high school
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Dr. Yvonne Barnett STEM Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicant must be an underrepresented minority with a 3.0 GPA or higher, with a science/math major, already accepted to an accredited four-year college or university, demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership and a passion for community service, and reside in Delaware
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

DSEA Retired Education Association Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 8, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors in Delaware public school districts who plan on majoring in education
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

DSWA John P. Healy Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior or veteran with a strong interest in the environmental field and pursuing an environmental major
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

DSWA Theodore “Toby” Ryan Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior or veteran who will major in engineering or environmental studies at an accredited university or college
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

DVMA/Merck Animal Health Student Scholarship

Edward W. Cooch, Jr. Environmental Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior or veteran with a strong interest in the environmental field and pursuing an environmental major
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

EESI Future Climate Leaders Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: June 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: tbd…
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Eleanor and Henry H. Stroud, M.D. Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Delaware resident enrolling in an accredited school of medicine
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship

Deadline Date: November 12, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors who will pursue a four-year degree, on a full-time basis, in a U.S. college or university
Application Requirements: Essay, Resume
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Epsilon Rho Zeta Educational Support Scholarship

Deadline Date: December 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: The purpose of the $500 scholarship is to assist graduating high school seniors in obtaining a college education and to promote Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc scholarship principles
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Ethel Cuff Black Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 13, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicant must be a graduating African American high school senior residing in Middletown (DE) Alumnae Chapter: Middletown, Odessa, Townsend, St. Georges, Port Penn, Clayton and Delaware City
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Faw Casson Future Accountant Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students graduating from a high school in Kent or Sussex County, Delaware, with plans to pursue a career in accounting
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

First State Manufactured Housing Association Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Eligible participants must live in a modular or manufactured home in Delaware for at least one year prior to the application. Graduating seniors, GED recipients, or students who are currently enrolled in college, technical schools or trade schools; full- or part-time registration in an accredited program is acceptable
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Ford Philanthropy Scholarship (HACU)

Deadline Date: November 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Current undergraduate and graduate students attending a Hispanic Association Institution majoring in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Science
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Frank D. Vari Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Charter School of Wilmington senior living in the city of Wilmington who will pursue a degree at a Delaware institution
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

GFWC Delaware Scholarship for Graduating High School Senior

Deadline Date: March 20, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of a Delaware high school who will pursue advanced education in a college, university or technical institution
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

GFWC Delaware Scholarship for Non-Traditional Student

Deadline Date: March 20, 2025
Scholarship Overview: A resident of Delaware who is returning to advanced education towards a degree/certificate in a college, university or technical institution one or more years after high school graduation
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Resume
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

GPI Milford, DE Engineering Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: HIgh school senior planning to pursue a career in engineering
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Grace Estelle Wheeless Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: A student working for library certification, an ALA-accredited master’s degree in library science or a doctoral degree
Application Requirements: Essay, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Great Clips Great Scholarship Program (Fall)

Deadline Date: September 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Future stylists and barbers who are enrolled in a cosmetology or barbering program
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Great Clips Great Scholarship Program (Spring)

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Future stylists and barbers who are enrolled in a cosmetology or barbering program
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Greater than Gatsby Photography Scholarship

Deadline Date: May 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Seniors and college(undergrad/graduate) students majoring in any type of art, communication, journalism, photography or English
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Helen H. Bennett Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: College students who are seeking careers as school librarians
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Helen Kirk Deputy Ellis Scholarship (Laurel Alumni Association)

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school senior of Laurel High School who will pursue a bachelor’s degree
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards

Deadline Date: November 3, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Latinx high school seniors who excel in the classroom and community
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Home Depot Foundation’s Path to Pro Scholarship (December Deadline)

Deadline Date: December 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Students pursing a carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, construction management or a building-related field in a trade school
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Home Depot Foundation’s Path to Pro Scholarship (June Deadline)

Deadline Date: June 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students pursing a carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbling, construction Management or a building related field in a trade school.
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Home Depot Foundation’s Path to Pro Scholarship (March Deadline)

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students pursing a carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, construction management or a building-related field in a trade school
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Home Depot Foundation’s Path to Pro Scholarship (September Deadline)

Deadline Date: September 30, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Students pursing a carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, construction management or a building-related field in a trade school
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Horatio Alger National Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Current high school juniors who will pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Horatio Alger State Scholarship

Interior Design Scholarship for Professional Degree Candidates

Deadline Date: April 7, 2025
Scholarship Overview: College student working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in interior design
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Iris Geraldine Dickerson Scholarship Fund

Deadline Date: December 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior from Appoquinimink School District that will attend college next fall.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Ivyane D.F. Davis Memorial Scholarship Fund

Deadline Date: June 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: A current or former Delaware youth, who is or has experienced foster care in Delaware and is planning to enroll or actively enrolled in an institution of higher learning or trade school
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship

Deadline Date: November 14, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation’s top four-year colleges and universities
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

James A. McCarty Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Senior graduating from a Delaware public high school
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Janosik Family Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior from Kent or Sussex County
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Joanne Richardson Smith Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school seniors of New Castle County pursing a four-year college in any major and must be a first-generation attending college
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship Foundation

Deadline Date: August 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Currently applying to or enrolled in Cosmetology/Barber School
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

John A. & Louise V. Maslin Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating seniors in Brandywine public schools, studying art, mathematics or science at an accredited postsecondary institution
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest

Deadline Date: January 17, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Essay contest open to U.S. high school students in grades nine through 12 attending public, private, parochial or home schools
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Katherine B. Ross – Education Scholarship Application

Deadline Date: December 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter is seeking to assist college and graduate students pursuing a degree in education and to promote Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. scholarship principles
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Katherine B. Ross – General Academic – Scholarship Application

Deadline Date: December 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter is seeking college bound, serious minded graduating high school seniors for the Katherine B. Ross General Scholarship award
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Katherine B. Ross Education Scholarship, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Epsilon Rho Zeta

Deadline Date: December 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Minority, female students from New Castle County that are/will be pursing a bachelor’s/graduate degree in education at a Delaware college/university.
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Katherine B. Ross General Academic Scholarship, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Epsilon Rho Zeta

Deadline Date: December 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Minority, female high school seniors from New Castle County that will pursue a bachelor’s degree at a college/university.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Keep Delaware Beautiful Scholarship

Deadline Date: June 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior who has demonstrated a passion for Keep Delaware Beautiful’s three pillars; Ending Litter, Increasing Recycling and Beautifying Our State
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Keisha M. Michael Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: African American graduating senior living in New Castle County planning to enroll in an HBCU next fall
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Kent County Master Gardener Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Kent County residents who will/are pursue a degree in plant & soil science or a horticulture-related field
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Kia America Accelerate the Good Scholarship Program (HACU)

Deadline Date: November 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Current undergraduate students attending a Hispanic Association Institution majoring in Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Math, or Business Administration.
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Laurel High School Alumni Association (LAA Scholarship)

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior whose parent(s) are members of the Laurel Alumni Association
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Lisa Higgins Hussman Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 21, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students with autism attending two-year universities, life skills or postsecondary programs or vocational, technical or trade schools
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Live Your Dream Award

Deadline Date: November 15, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Women who provide financial support for dependents and will/are attending a vocational/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Lottie Lee Memorial Scholarship – DE NAHRO

Deadline Date: June 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school seniors living in affordable housing continuing their education at a 2- or 4- year college/university or technical school
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Lucille M. Tiro Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating female senior of an Indian River School District high school
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Making A Difference For Autism Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 29, 2025
Scholarship Overview: All high school students with autism attending a post-secondary program next fall
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Melvyn N. Klein Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Current high school senior who will attend Baylor University, Colgate University, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tulane University or University of Texas
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Milford Rotary Club Educational Foundation Scholarships

Deadline Date: April 20, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Public, private or homeschooled graduating senior from the service area of Milford Rotary Club
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Milford Rotary Traditional

Deadline Date: April 20, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Public, private or homeschooled graduating senior from the service area of Milford Rotary Club
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Minerva Marrero Hispanic Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Hispanic high school seniors who will attend college, university or trade school next fall
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Ms. Cooki M. Jones Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicant must be a student with a 3.0 GPA or higher, with an education major, already accepted or attending an accredited four-year college or university.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

National Career & Technical Education Scholarship

Deadline Date: June 17, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Current high school senior and nontraditional students interested in pursuing an associate degree or certificate program
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program (Full-time Student)

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Merit-based scholarships for blind scholars planning to attend college full-time next fall
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program (Part-time Student)

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Merit-based scholarships for blind scholars planning to attend college part-time next fall
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

National Scholarship at DSU

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for undocumented students planning to attend Delaware State University next fall to pursue an associates or bachelor’s degree, whether entering directly, currently enrolled, or returning after a gap year.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior who is planning to pursue a career in government service
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Resume, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

New Castle County Alumni Chapter Scholarship, Delaware State University

Deadline Date: June 6, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior from a New Castle County high school that will attend Delaware State University in the fall immediately following high school graduation
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

New Castle County Republican Women’s Club Frances West Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 29, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Young woman in New Castle County pursuing post high school education including college and vocational
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Newton Howell Scholarship for Future Educators (Alpha Delta Kappa DE)

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of a Delaware high school who will pursue a degree in education
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Norma J. Jackson Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: The applicant must be a minority student with superior scholastic achievement, already accepted to an accredited four-year college or university and must possess leadership potential and good character
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Nu Upsilon Chapter – Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Scholarship

Deadline Date: May 5, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Book Scholarships for HS senior males living in New Castle County.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

NWTF’s Dr. James Earl Kennamer Scholarship Program (National Wild Turkey Federation)

Deadline Date: December 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior planning to attend a 2- or 4- year institution and participates in hunting, supports the conservation of the wild turkey and the preservation of our hunting heritage
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

P.E.O. STAR Scholarship

Deadline Date: September 15, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Graduating female senior of a Delaware high school who plans to pursue full- or part-time postsecondary education in the U.S. or Canada beginning the fall following their high school graduation.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Parkview RV Family Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior from Smyrna High School who will pursue a degree in higher education
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Patricia Cole Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Current high school senior who will pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree in business or STEM
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Rambo Rozi Berbarian Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 4, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Delaware Tech (Owens Campus) student participating or will participate in study abroad
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Ray W. Christian & John W. Crowther Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: February 12, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Part-time or full-time students attending post-secondary school education up to graduate level who are members of edU Federal Credit Union
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Regeneron Science Talent Search

Deadline Date: November 7, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors with a great independent STEM research project
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Rhoneise Barnett-Smith, MD Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicant must be a student with cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater, accepted or matriculating in an accredited four-year college or university, demonstrates leadership and a passion for community service.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Ron Brown Scholar Program

Deadline Date: December 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: African American high school senior who will pursue full-time study at a four-year college or university in the U.S.
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Ruby’s Rainbow Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students with Down syndrome who are continuing to enrich their lives by taking classes or enrolling in postsecondary educational programs
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

S.M. LeCompte Charter Member Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicants must be a minority student with superior scholastic achievement, accepted to an accredited four-year college or university, possess leadership potential and good character, and reside in New Castle County, Delaware
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Sage IT USA Scholarship

Deadline Date: November 3, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Article/essay writing contest for full-time or part-time college students ages 17-30
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Schwallie Family Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students with autism who are/will attend a two- or four-year universities with the intention of completing a four-year degree
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Scott Kammerer Scholarship

Deadline Date: June 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Current or former employee of SoDel Concepts in Sussex County pursuing a degree at an accredited institution
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Seaford Kiwanis Foundation Scholarships

Deadline Date: March 26, 2025
Scholarship Overview: For high school seniors residing in the Seaford School District or attending Seaford High School and planning to attend and graduate from a four-year college
Application Requirements: Essay, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

ServiceScape Scholarship

Deadline Date: November 30, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors or college students who have expenses that financial aid does not cover
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Shealese P. Russell-Reams Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicant must be a students planning to attend an HBCU with a major in a STEM field, have a GPA of 3.0 or above, accepted to an accredited four-year college or university and reside in New Castle County, Delaware
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Sherman Townsend Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduates of a Sussex or Kent County, Delaware high school pursuing a doctoral degree in medicine at a college or university affiliated with the Delaware Institute for Medical Education and Research (DIMER) program
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino/a college students in STEM disciplines
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

St Martha’s Bethany Beach Need-based Scholarships

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Any graduating senior or recent graduate of Delaware Indian River High School who will pursue a degree in education, behavioral science, healthcare, nursing, social services, medical techs, STEM, teaching and veterinary sciences
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Sussex Foundation Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school senior at Sussex Academy who plans to attend an accredited university, college or trade school in the fall
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Sylvia R.W. Roberts Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicants must attend an HBCU, have good attendance and excellent behavior record with a GPA of 2.0 or above, and must already be accepted to an accredited four-year college/university
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Synchrony Scholarship for Autistic Students of Color

Deadline Date: April 21, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Autistic students of color attending any type of undergraduate postsecondary education
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Tamika Davis-Cannon Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicant must be a student entering a science-related field, have a GPA of 3.2 or above, already be accepted to an accredited four-year college or university, and reside in New Castle County, Delaware
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

The Charlotte King Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: April 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating African American/Black seniors of a Sussex County public high school who will attend a nonprofit college or university next year
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

The James and Nellie Dickerson Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: December 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Current Appoquinimink School District senior planning to attend college next fall.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Tiffany N. Matthews Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicant must be a student attending, or wishing to attend a HBCU, have a GPA of 3.0 or above, be involved in at least one extracurricular activity or employed, accepted to an accredited four-year college or university, and reside in New Castle County, Delaware
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

United States Senate Youth Program Delaware

Deadline Date: October 11, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Delaware high school junior or senior who demonstrates leadership through public service and wants to attend a leadership program in Washington D.C.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Video
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

USJCI Senate Foundation

Deadline Date: January 17, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating Delaware high school senior pursuing university or vocational education
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

USTA Future Leaders in Sport Scholarship

Deadline Date: November 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Current undergraduate students attending a Hispanic Association Institution and majoring in Accounting, Business Administration, Culinary Arts, Event Management, Finance, Hospitality, Hotel Administration, International Business, Marketing, or Public Relations.
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Vance Cryer Marine Corps Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Current high school senior who is a child of a wounded or deceased Marine and will pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Varghese Summersett Criminal Justice Changemaker Scholarship

Deadline Date: October 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Incoming or a current law student in the United States who is interested in a criminal justice career
Application Requirements: Essay, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
View More

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

Deadline Date: February 20, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior who has promoted vegetarianism/veganism in their schools and/or communities
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Vonyé (Hackett) Nelson Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicant must be a Howard High School of Technology graduating senior, have a GPA of 3.5 or higher, entering a business/finance/technology degree program, already accepted to an accredited four-year college or university, and demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and a passion for community service
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
View More

Whitetails Unlimited — DE Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating Delaware high school senior pursuing a degree related to our mission mandate. Examples of related fields are, but are not limited to, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Conservation, Wildlife Management, Forestry, Forestry Conservation, Forest Resource Management, Fisheries and Wildlife Management, Natural Resources, or becoming a Wildlife Conservation Officer.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

WHVACR Scholarship (Bachelor’s Degree)

Deadline Date: June 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Females who are currently enrolled in a 4-year college preparing them to enter into the HVACR industry
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

WHVACR Scholarship (Technical College or Trade School)

Deadline Date: June 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Females who are currently enrolled in college or trade school program preparing them to enter into the HVACR industry
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
View More

Wilmington High School Alumni, Inc. (WHSA)

Deadline Date: April 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school seniors of New Castle County pursing a four-year college in any major
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More

Women in STEM Academic BHW Group Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Women who are pursuing an undergraduate or master’s degree and are majoring in science, technology, engineering or mathematics next fall
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
View More