3-Dimensional Patriotic Art Contest

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students in grades 9-12 by the March 31 deadline who are enrolled in a public, private or parochial high school or home study program in the United States, its territories and possessions; or dependents of U.S. military or civilian personnel in overseas schools
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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A. Katherine Richards Award

Deadline Date: March 19, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior graduating from Sussex County and planning to attend University of Delaware
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA, Transcript
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AANAPISI Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 9, 2024
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
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Academic Common Market (tuition savings program for DE residents)

Deadline Date: June 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Tuition savings program for Delaware resident pursuing an eligible degree not offered at a Delaware public institution
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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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
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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
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AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 1, 2024
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
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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
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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
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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
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American Association of University Women (Dover Branch)

Deadline Date: April 12, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of a Kent County high school whose educational goals will advance opportunities for women
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
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American Association of University Women (Wilmington Branch)

Deadline Date: March 1, 2024
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
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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
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American Association of University Women Coastal Georgetown Branch – Need Based 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
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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
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American Chemical Society Scholars (ACS) Program

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Undergraduate students from historically underrepresented groups intending to pursue chemistry-related careers
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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APIA Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: January 15, 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: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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Appoquinimink “Appo” Foundation Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 30, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Graduating seniors from Appoquinimink School District high schools (Appoquinimink, Middletown, Odessa high schools)
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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ASHRAE Region III Setty Family Foundation Scholarship

Deadline Date: December 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: One-year scholarship available annually to a qualified undergraduate pre-engineering or engineering student attending a post-secondary educational institution (Region III – includes DE)
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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ASPIRE 529 Award

Deadline Date: July 8, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Youth experiencing or aging out of the foster care system to help them pay for expenses related to college or vocational training
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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Aspiring Future Leaders

Deadline Date: April 30, 2024
Scholarship Overview: African American high school senior or undergraduate who has contributed to their community
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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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
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Atlantis Scholarship Fund for Excellence

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Indian River HS senior who will attend University of Delaware
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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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
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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
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Autism Can Do Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Students with Down syndrome who are pursuing educational or job training opportunities beyond high school
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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
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AW Bridal Scholarship

Deadline Date: May 31, 2024
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
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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
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B. Bradford Barnes Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Merit scholarship for high school seniors planning to attend University of Delaware
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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Barbara Kimmey Pierce Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of Milford High School who is pursuing a registered nurse certificate or degree.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Barclays Scholarship (HBCU Week X)

Deadline Date: February 16, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school senior planning to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Beatrice Henry Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 10, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Female student graduating from a Delaware public high school
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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Beauty & Wellness Professionals Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for students and professionals changing others’ lives through wellness and beauty
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Beekhuis Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Student residing in New Castle County, DE, and pursuing a degree in chemistry, physics, biology, other science, mathematics or music
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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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
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Betty Lewis Education Scholarship (Delaware PTA)

Deadline Date: May 15, 2024
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
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BigFuture Scholarship (April)

Deadline Date: April 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school students can earn scholarship money by completing BigFuture College Planning Steps
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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BigFuture Scholarship (August)

Deadline Date: August 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school students can earn scholarship money by completing BigFuture College Planning Steps
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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BigFuture Scholarship (December)

Deadline Date: December 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school students can earn scholarship money by completing BigFuture College Planning Steps
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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BigFuture Scholarship (February)

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school students can earn scholarship money by completing BigFuture College Planning Steps
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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BigFuture Scholarship (January)

Deadline Date: January 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school students can earn scholarship money by completing BigFuture College Planning Steps
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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BigFuture Scholarship (July)

Deadline Date: July 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school students can earn scholarship money by completing BigFuture College Planning Steps
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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BigFuture Scholarship (June)

Deadline Date: June 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school students can earn scholarship money by completing BigFuture College Planning Steps
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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BigFuture Scholarship (March)

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school students can earn scholarship money by completing BigFuture College Planning Steps
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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BigFuture Scholarship (May)

Deadline Date: May 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school students can earn scholarship money by completing BigFuture College Planning Steps
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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BigFuture Scholarship (September)

Deadline Date: September 30, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school students can earn scholarship money by completing BigFuture College Planning Steps
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Bill & Peg Kimmins Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of a Delaware Catholic high school pursuing a 4-year degree with financial need
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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BIPOC Scholarship

Deadline Date: October 24, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC) and LGBTQ high school seniors and undergraduate/graduate students. (Fall Application)
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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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
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Brown Hudner Navy Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: A scholarship to honor Navy sailors by providing post-secondary scholarship support to their children pursuing a STEM or health science degree at an undergraduate college or career training school
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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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
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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
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Caesar Rodney Rotary Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior graduating from Padua, Cab Calloway or Howard
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Cape Henlopen Taxpayers for Fair Elections Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating Cape Henlopen High School seniors enrolling in a college or trade school
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Capital One Scholarship (HBCU Week X)

Deadline Date: February 16, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school senior planning to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Career-Based Scholarship

Deadline Date: May 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for full-time undergraduate students enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in a Delaware public or private college in a major leading to a career in a high-need field in Delaware
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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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
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Caribbean-American Scholarship Sponsored by the Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Association of Delaware

Deadline Date: July 31, 2024
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
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Carl Hill Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree or certificate program related to a career in the financial services.
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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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
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Charles L. Hebner Memorial Scholarships (Formerly the Diamond State Scholarship)

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Merit scholarship for high school seniors attending an accredited institution full time in an undergraduate program
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Chester T. Dickerson Sr. Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Milford High School seniors or homeschooled seniors who have an agricultural background
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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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
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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
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Chris Cordrey Student Athletic Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating Sussex Central High School varsity athlete with financial need, academic achievement and community service
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Citibank (Delaware) National Academy of Finance Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of the National Academy of Finance program at any participating Delaware high school
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Cloutier-Valenti Legacy Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of Cape Henlopen High School planning to attend a 2-year, 4-year or trade/vocational school
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Coalition of Black Trade Unionist Scholarship Program (CBTU) Delaware (Apprenticeship Scholarship)

Deadline Date: May 3, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Must be graduating high school senior, a child or grandchild of a dues-paying Delaware union member or retired or already accepted into any Delaware construction and building trades apprenticeship program
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Coalition of Black Trade Unionist Scholarship Program (CBTU) Delaware (High School Scholarship)

Deadline Date: May 3, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Must be graduating high school senior, a child or grandchild of a dues-paying Delaware union member or retired or already accepted into any Delaware construction and building trades apprenticeship program
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, SAT/ACT Score Report
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Coca-Cola Scholars Program

Deadline Date: September 30, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school seniors looking to pursue a degree at an accredited college or university
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Committee of 100 Academic Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior from New Castle County high school planning to pursue a degree in business, economics or STEM
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Community College Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 9, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Students who identify as LGBTQ and attend or plan to attend community college
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 3, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Contest open to all high school, college, and university students enrolled during the period of the contest.
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Cynthia & Nathaniel Simmons Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of Milford or Cape Henlopen High School showing financial need. Student must identify all or in part as Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, Native Alaskan, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, Filipino, Vietnamese or Hmong
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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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
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Dave Reynolds Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
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
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David G. Bakerian Scholarship

Deadline Date: May 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Open to students enrolled in the Keys to Financial Success elective in participating DE high schools
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Davidson Fellows Scholarship

Deadline Date: February 14, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Students 18 and under who can complete a significant piece of work that has the potential to make a positive contribution to society and is considered college graduate-level work outside the box
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

Deadline Date: April 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Needs-based college/trade program scholarship for seniors and high school graduates who are active and emerging organizers active in movements for progressive social change in their communities
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Debbie King Early Childhood Education Scholarship (Delaware PTA)

Deadline Date: May 15, 2024
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
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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
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Delaware Afro American Sports Hall of Fame

Deadline Date: March 7, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior athlete of a Delaware high school who will be attending an accredited college/university in fall 2025
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Delaware Army National Guard (State Tuition)

Deadline Date: August 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Delaware National Guard members attending a Delaware institution
Application Requirements: Transcript
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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Delaware Association of Educational Office Professionals (DAEOP) Student Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2024
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
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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
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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
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Delaware Junior Golf Scholarship Fund

Deadline Date: May 1, 2024
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
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Delaware School Nutrition Association Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 8, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Current high school senior pursuing a college degree in food or nutrition-related program at an accredited 2- or 4- year college/university
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Resume
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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Dellums Memorial Scholarship (Department of Defense)

Deadline Date: December 6, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Full tuition for high school senior who will attend college in a STEM program and will begin their career in a prestigious civilian position with the Department of Defense
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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Diversity in Safety Scholarship

Deadline Date: May 15, 2024
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
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Dr. C. Edward Graybeal Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2024
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
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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
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Dr. Joseph P. Pyle Award

Deadline Date: March 19, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior from Wilmington attending a New Castle County high school and planning to enroll in a 2-year or 4-year college, or trade/vocational school
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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Dr. Yvonne Barnett Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
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: Less than $1,000
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Dr. Yvonne Barnett STEM Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Applicant must be a minority female 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: $1,000 – $4,999
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DSEA Christopher K. Smith Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 24, 2025
Scholarship Overview: The members of DSEA invite all high school seniors graduating from a public school, who intend to pursue a career in teaching, to apply for this scholarship
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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DSEA Howard Weinberg Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 24, 2025
Scholarship Overview: The scholarship is designed to assist a DSEA member’s child or dependent in obtaining their goal of a college degree
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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DSU – Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Merit-based scholarship for high school seniors planning to enroll at Delaware State University full time
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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DSU-CAST 1890 Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: April 5, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Graduating seniors who will pursue a bachelor’s degree at DSU in agriculture, natural resources, food science, dietetics, textiles, and related majors (i.e., business, finance, IT/computer science)
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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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
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Educational Benefits for Children of Deceased Veterans and Others

Deadline Date: May 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Individuals between the ages of 16-24 whose parent is a member of the armed forces and was a resident of Delaware at the time of death or declaration of missing in action or prisoner of war status
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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Educator Support Scholarship (Undergraduate & Graduate Programs)

Deadline Date: May 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for full-time graduate or undergraduate students attending a Delaware public or private college who intend to pursue a career in education (in a classroom or as a specialist) in specific certifications
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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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
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Elevate Delaware

Deadline Date: August 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Delaware residents pursuing noncredit certificate programs in Delaware (application open year-round)
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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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
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Emergency Dentist USA Scholarship

Deadline Date: July 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: College students or graduating high school seniors interested in pursuing a career in a dental field
Application Requirements: Video
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Ennes Educational Foundation Trust Youth Scholarship

Deadline Date: July 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school seniors looking to pursue a career in the technical aspects of broadcasting
Application Requirements: Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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Evelyn E. Stricklin Award

Deadline Date: March 19, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior graduating from Delaware High School who plans to attend University of Delaware next fall
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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Fashion Scholarship Fund (FSF) Case Study Scholarship

Deadline Date: October 14, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarships for high school students pursuing education in all sectors of the fashion industry including design and product development, merchandising, marketing, and business strategy.
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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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
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First State Manufactured Housing Association Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
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
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Flagship Scholarship

Deadline Date: December 5, 2024
Scholarship Overview: LGBTQ students who are earning their undergraduate, graduate & doctoral degrees at accredited colleges in the United States
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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FOSSI Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior planning to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in a STEM major
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Foster Care Tuition Waiver Program

Deadline Date: June 30, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Youth who have spent all or some of their teenage years in foster care in Delaware may be eligible to have their college tuition and fees waived at public Delaware in-state schools
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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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
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Fred Fifer III Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduate and resident of Caesar Rodney School District
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Garbutt Family Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of Milford High School who can demonstrate financial need and will attend a 4-year college/university next fall
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: January 3, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors nationwide who showcase leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Generation III Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating Delaware senior or current college student showing financial need studying construction or a skilled trade at an accredited college or technical school
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Geneva Pepper Morris Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Female graduating senior of Cape Henlopen High School who is pursuing a degree in a business-related field
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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George H. Henry Award

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior from Cape Henlopen High School or Dover High School pursuing a career in education or teaching
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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Georgetown-Millsboro Rotary Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior living in ZIP codes 19947 or 19966
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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GTLEdF Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 6, 2024
Scholarship Overview: New Castle County high school male senior attending a 4-year institution next year
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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H. Fletcher Brown Award

Deadline Date: March 19, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior or undergraduate student planning to attend graduate school next fall pursuing a degree in engineering, chemistry, medicine, dentistry or law
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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HBCU Week Scholarship

Deadline Date: February 17, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating HS Senior or current college student who is attending an historically black college or university.
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Hearn Educational Fund Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 19, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior graduating from Milford High School planning to attend a 2-year, 4-year or trade/vocational school
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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Heckler & Frabizzio 2024 Diversity Scholarship

Deadline Date: July 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Minority students (high school, undergraduate and graduate level) pursuing a career in the legal profession in Delaware
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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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
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Herman M. Holloway Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Merit scholarship for high school seniors who plan to attend Delaware State University
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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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
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Hispanic Scholarship Fund – 2025 Scholar Program Application

Deadline Date: February 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school seniors, undergraduates and graduate students of Hispanic heritage
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Howard and Edna Postles Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 19, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors from Milford, DE with a strong academic record planning to enroll in any form of post-secondary education
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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INSPIRE Scholarship

Deadline Date: May 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors who plan to immediately enroll at Delaware State University in the fall semester after graduation
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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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
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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
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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: Delaware Residents Only, Essay
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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J.D. O’Connor Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior from a Sussex County high school enrolling in a Delaware college/university
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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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
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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
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James H. Postles Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of Milford High School
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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James L. Davis Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating Milford HS senior who demonstrates financial need, academic achievement, community service and school activities
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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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
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Jerry Alexander Gorman Foundation Cosmo. Hair Design, Barbering Scholarship

Deadline Date: October 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: New or currently enrolled students in a cosmetology, hair design or barbering program
Application Requirements: Video
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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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
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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
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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
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John A. & Marion B. Smitheman Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of any Kent County high school pursuing a degree in engineering at a Delaware institution
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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John A. Botto Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of Sussex Central High School who is a student-athlete and demonstrates financial need
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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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
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John J. & Rita D. Ryan Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Caesar Rodney HS senior planning to pursue a career in education and teaching and has been accepted into a college or university
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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John M. Roca Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating Cape Henlopen High School senior pursuing a degree in ag/environmental science, pre-vet, nursing or art at a four-year college/university
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Julie H. Shenk Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior in Brandywine public schools, planning to study education at an accredited institution of higher learning
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Kelly Family Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Female graduating senior at Caesar Rodney High School
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Ken Cicerale Memorial Music Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of a Delaware high school intending to major in music at an accredited four-year institution
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Kent County Master Gardener Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 30, 2024
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
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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
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Lee Hirsch Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior at Milford High School demonstrating financial need
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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LexisNexis Risk Solutions Group Scholarship (HBCU Week X)

Deadline Date: February 17, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior planning to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Linda Walge Penman Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 1, 2023
Scholarship Overview: Any high school junior or senior attending school in Delaware with career aspirations in librarianship and/or writing
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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Lisa Higgins Hussman Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 22, 2024
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Margaret A. Stafford Nursing Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior or undergraduate/graduate college student who is pursuing a nursing program
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Margaret F. Moore Foundation Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior from Sussex County who will pursue a degree in elementary or secondary education
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Margaret L. Richey Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior who will enroll in a pre-med course of study in the fall
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (Career & Technical)

Deadline Date: August 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Seniors and students of nondegree certificate program or vocational training who are the child/stepchild/grandchild of living service members of the U.S. Marine Corps
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (Undergraduate)

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Seniors and undergraduates who are the child/stepchild/grandchild of living service members of the Marine Corps
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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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
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Michael S. Purzycki Changemaker Scholarship

Deadline Date: February 17, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Delaware high school senior planning to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Middletown, DE Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.–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
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Middletown, Delaware Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.–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
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Milford High School Alumni Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Milford High School graduating senior with academic merit, leadership, initiative and involvement in school and community activities
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Milford Rotary Club Educational Foundation Scholarships

Deadline Date: April 20, 2024
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
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Milford Rotary Traditional

Deadline Date: April 20, 2024
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
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Minerva Marrero Hispanic Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: March 15, 2024
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
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Naomi Rabb Winston Scholarship in Two-Dimensional Art

Deadline Date: February 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Artists between 16 and 22 who demonstrate exceptional talent and promise of success
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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National Career & Technical Education Scholarship

Deadline Date: June 17, 2024
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
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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
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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
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National Honor Society Scholarships

Deadline Date: November 28, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school seniors with good standing of the National Honor Society
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students interested in pursuing a restaurant, food service or hospitality undergraduate degree at an accredited U.S. college or university
Application Requirements: Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Scholarship Opportunities

Deadline Date: January 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Over 30 scholarship opportunities for citizens of the United States who attend or plan to attend an accredited college or university in the United States and study subjects ranging from STEM, medical, law, humanities and more
Application Requirements: Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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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
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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
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New Castle County Republican Women’s Club Frances West Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 29, 2024
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
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New Castle County Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 24, 2024
Scholarship Overview: New Castle County residents pursuing an undergraduate degree in fall 2024
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Newark Community Band George Whitmyre Jr. Memorial 2025 Scholarship

Deadline Date: January 2, 2025
Scholarship Overview: 11th or 12th grade student with excellent sightreading skills and will be available to attend Wednesday evening band rehearsals January – March
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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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
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NFL Scholarship (HBCU Week X)

Deadline Date: February 17, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior planning to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU).
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Norma J. Jackson Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
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
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NWTF’s Dr. James Earl Kennamer Scholarship Program (National Wild Turkey Federation)

Deadline Date: July 14, 2024
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
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O’Neill Tabani Enrichment Fund

Deadline Date: May 1, 2024
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
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Odyssey of the Mind Delaware 2024 Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 14, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship is open to graduating Delaware high school seniors in the Class of 2024, who have participated on a Delaware Odyssey of the Mind team at least one year during 9th through 12th grade at a Delaware high school
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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OPI’s “Round Yourself in Color” scholarship

Deadline Date: October 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Newly accepted or currently enrolled students in a nail technology program
Application Requirements: Video
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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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
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Parkview RV Family Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2024
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
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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
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Paws for Progress Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High School Seniors from Delaware or Maryland who plan to enter a field of study working with animals
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Prism Foundation Scholarship

Deadline Date: July 12, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors and postsecondary students who are making a positive impact on the Asian & Pacific Islander and LGBTQIA+ communities
Application Requirements: Essay
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Ray W. Christian & John W. Crowther Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: February 17, 2024
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
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Rebekah Assembly of Delaware, Independent Order of Odd Fellows

Deadline Date: April 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: A Delaware resident and U.S. citizen planning to study at an accredited college or a continuing education program
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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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
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Robert J. & Kathryn W. Davis Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Resident of the city of Milford (within 15 miles radius) majoring in education or biology/medicine and showing financial need
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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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
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Ruby’s Rainbow Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
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
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Ryan R. Wagner Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior from Middletown, Appoquinimink or Odessa High School who will study engineering at University of Delaware next fall
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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S.M. LeCompte Charter Member Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
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
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Sage IT USA scholarship winner

Deadline Date: March 3, 2024
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
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Scholarship Incentive Program (ScIP)

Deadline Date: May 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Needs-based scholarship for students attending a Delaware institution full-time or enrolled full-time at an out-of-state accredited institution in an undergraduate program not offered in the state of Delaware
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Schwallie Family Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 22, 2024
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
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Scott Kammerer Scholarship

Deadline Date: July 12, 2024
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
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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
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Sertoma’s Scholarship for the Hard of Hearing or Deaf

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholars with significant bilateral hearing loss who will pursue a bachelor’s degree full time at a college or university next fall
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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Shealese P. Russell-Reams Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Applicant must be a student attending or wishing to attend an HBCU, must be enrolled in 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: Less than $1,000
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Shirley Rabb Winston Scholarship in Classical Voice

Deadline Date: February 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Singers ages 16 to 22 who demonstrate exceptional talent and promise of success
Application Requirements: Video
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: April 14, 2024
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
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St Martha’s Bethany Beach Need-based Scholarships

Deadline Date: January 18, 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
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St. Martha’s Lighthipe Need-Based Scholarship

Deadline Date: August 3, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Needs-based scholarship for any graduating Indian River HS seniors in Sussex County District Area or M. H. Rollins School for Nursing students pursuing a nursing diploma
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Steven Wesley Beheler Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of Delcastle High School who played one sport and demonstrates financial need
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Stonegates Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Applicant must be an employee of Greenville Retirement Community, LLC for at least one year pursuing a degree or certificate at an accredited institution
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Student Excellence Equals Degree (SEED) Program – University of Delaware – Associate in Arts Program

Deadline Date: January 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Free tuition for Delaware residents planning to attend University of Delaware Associate in Arts program
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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Student Excellence Equals Degree (SEED)+ Program – Delaware Technical Community College

Deadline Date: June 30, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Free tuition for Delaware residents planning to attend Delaware Tech and pursue an academic degree or a workforce training certificate
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Transcript
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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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
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Sylvia R.W. Roberts Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
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
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Synchrony Scholarship for Autistic Students of Color

Deadline Date: April 22, 2024
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
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Tamika Davis-Cannon Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
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
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The Charlotte King Scholarship Program

Deadline Date: April 1, 2024
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
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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
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The National Scholarship Award at DSU

Deadline Date: February 28, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for undocumented immigrant students with or without DACA or TPS to attend Delaware State University
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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The Science Ambassador Scholarship

Deadline Date: December 16, 2024
Scholarship Overview: A $20,000 scholarship for women and non-binary students in STEM
Application Requirements: Video
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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Thomas A. & Mary Jo Russo Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior of a New Castle County, or Chester or Delaware County, PA, public high school planning to pursue a degree in a business-related field or vocational/trade program
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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Thurman G. Adams and Hilda McCabe Adams Family Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Sussex County seniors and college students that are/will be pursuing a career in agriculture, agribusiness, or a green energy-related field.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Tiffany N. Matthews Presidential Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
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
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Tony Silicato Memorial Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating seniors of Lake Forest High School who are student-athletes
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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U.S. Army ROTC

Deadline Date: March 4, 2025
Scholarship Overview: College students or graduating high school seniors looking to have a career with the military
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA
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U.S. Army ROTC – University of Delaware

Deadline Date: March 4, 2025
Scholarship Overview: College students or graduating high school seniors looking to have a career with the military and attend or plan to attend the University of Delaware
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA
Award Amount: Full Tuition
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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
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University of Delaware Esports Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 20, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Partial scholarships are for incoming and current University of Delaware students who are interested in joining one of our 7 esports teams
Application Requirements: Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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USS DELAWARE (SSN 791) Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Current or former crew members of USS Delaware (SSN 791) submarine force and their families pursuing an undergraduate or technical degree or certificate
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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V. George & Jeannette M. Carey Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Seniors from Ellendale, Lewes, Lincoln, Milford, Milton and Slaughter Beach planning to pursue a career in agriculture or education
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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Varghese Summersett Autism Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for students with autism
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Video
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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Varghese Summersett Down Syndrome Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 1, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for students with Down syndrome
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Video
Award Amount: Less than $1,000
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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
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VFW Post 7447 Continuing Education Scholarship

Deadline Date: May 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school senior from a local private or public high school, charter or home school
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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VMDAEC Education Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 3, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Scholarships for post-secondary education to deserving and financially challenged students from DE’s member electric cooperative territories
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Vonyé (Hackett) Nelson Scholarship

Deadline Date: April 15, 2024
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: $1,000 – $4,999
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Wilbur E. Postles Award

Deadline Date: March 19, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school senior who has lived in Delaware for at least four years and has a strong academic record
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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William J. & H. Virginia Miller Jr. Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Graduating senior at Cab Calloway who will pursue a business degree next fall
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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Wilmington Country Club Centennial Scholarship

Deadline Date: June 30, 2024
Scholarship Overview: High school senior or college student who is a current employee/caddie of Wilmington Country Club or a dependent of a WCC employee with financial need
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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Wilmington DE Club-NANBPWC Scholarship

Deadline Date: June 1, 2024
Scholarship Overview: Scholarship award for high school seniors or college undergraduate students
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, SAT/ACT Score Report, Transcript
Award Amount: $1,000 – $4,999
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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
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Women at Microsoft Scholarship

Deadline Date: March 13, 2025
Scholarship Overview: High school seniors who self-identify as a woman and will enroll next fall in an undergraduate or trade school and major in tech, engineering, math, or computer science-related field
Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Award Amount: $5,000 and above
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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
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Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship Overview: Students in grades 9-12 by the March 31 deadline who are enrolled in a public, private or parochial high school or home study program in the United States, its territories and possessions; or dependents of U.S. military or civilian personnel in overseas schools
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only
Award Amount: Multiple award amounts
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