John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Scholarship
$12,000
Overview and origin
Founded in 1999 by John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner, this fund was created to provide scholarship support originally for Hiwassee students and Hiwassee alumni who were pursuing a four-year college or university education. The scope of the award has since been broadened: recipients may now attend any public or private, nonprofit college or university in Tennessee that is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
Award amount
The scholarship provides $3,000 per year for four years.
Who may apply
The John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Fund for Monroe County Scholarship...
Overview and origin
Founded in 1999 by John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner, this fund was created to provide scholarship support originally for Hiwassee students and Hiwassee alumni who were pursuing a four-year college or university education. The scope of the award has since been broadened: recipients may now attend any public or private, nonprofit college or university in Tennessee that is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
Award amount
The scholarship provides $3,000 per year for four years.
Who may apply
The John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Fund for Monroe County Scholarship...
Stepping-Stone Scholarship
$16,000
Overview / Background
Founded in 2008, the Stepping-Stone Scholarship was created to help promising young people from Knox and Laurel counties in Kentucky (including Barbourville) access higher education opportunities.
Award Amount
Recipients receive $4,000 per academic year, renewable for up to four years.
Who is eligible
- First-time college entrants only: this includes graduating high school seniors and adults who are enrolling in college for the first time.
- Must reside in Knox County or Laurel County, Kentucky (Barbourville residents are included).
- U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.
- Demonstrated financial need.
- Plan to enroll as a full-time...
Overview / Background
Founded in 2008, the Stepping-Stone Scholarship was created to help promising young people from Knox and Laurel counties in Kentucky (including Barbourville) access higher education opportunities.
Award Amount
Recipients receive $4,000 per academic year, renewable for up to four years.
Who is eligible
- First-time college entrants only: this includes graduating high school seniors and adults who are enrolling in college for the first time.
- Must reside in Knox County or Laurel County, Kentucky (Barbourville residents are included).
- U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.
- Demonstrated financial need.
- Plan to enroll as a full-time...
Jack F. and Edith Updyke Harmon Scholarship
$60,000
Overview
The Jack F. and Edith Updyke Harmon Scholarship was created in 2007 by Edith Updyke Harmon to honor the memory of her husband, Jack. It supports students from several high schools serving the Bristol (TN and VA), Blountville (TN), and Bland (VA) areas.
Award
Recipients receive $15,000 each year for up to four years of undergraduate study.
Who is eligible
Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who demonstrate financial need and have earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Eligible high schools are:
- Tennessee High School (Bristol, TN)
- West Ridge High School (Blountville, TN)
- Virginia...
Overview
The Jack F. and Edith Updyke Harmon Scholarship was created in 2007 by Edith Updyke Harmon to honor the memory of her husband, Jack. It supports students from several high schools serving the Bristol (TN and VA), Blountville (TN), and Bland (VA) areas.
Award
Recipients receive $15,000 each year for up to four years of undergraduate study.
Who is eligible
Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who demonstrate financial need and have earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Eligible high schools are:
- Tennessee High School (Bristol, TN)
- West Ridge High School (Blountville, TN)
- Virginia...
Miller Vicars Scholarship
$2,300
Introduction
Founded in 2003 through the East Tennessee Foundation by the friends and family of J.C. “Rip” Miller and John Vicars, this scholarship honors two community leaders who prioritized encouraging others. Miller and Vicars each dedicated their careers to coaching and education in the region.
Scholarship Award
One-year award of $2,300.
Eligibility
- Open to graduating seniors from Gate City High School, Rye Cove High School, or Twin Springs High School who reside in Scott County, Virginia.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens, demonstrate financial need, and intend to enroll as full-time college students.
How to Apply
Complete the East...
Introduction
Founded in 2003 through the East Tennessee Foundation by the friends and family of J.C. “Rip” Miller and John Vicars, this scholarship honors two community leaders who prioritized encouraging others. Miller and Vicars each dedicated their careers to coaching and education in the region.
Scholarship Award
One-year award of $2,300.
Eligibility
- Open to graduating seniors from Gate City High School, Rye Cove High School, or Twin Springs High School who reside in Scott County, Virginia.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens, demonstrate financial need, and intend to enroll as full-time college students.
How to Apply
Complete the East...
FSU College of Business Undergraduate Scholarships
$10,000
Overview
Each year the College of Business Scholarship Committee awards multiple scholarships to upper-division business students (rising juniors and seniors). Scholarships are granted for the academic year and cover both the fall and spring terms. Awards require recipients to be enrolled full time for the entire award period.
Eligibility
- Must be an upper-division business major by the end of the spring semester in which you submit your application (rising juniors and seniors).
- Must maintain full-time enrollment throughout the award period.
Application and Award Details
- One application will automatically be used to evaluate you for all scholarships for...
Overview
Each year the College of Business Scholarship Committee awards multiple scholarships to upper-division business students (rising juniors and seniors). Scholarships are granted for the academic year and cover both the fall and spring terms. Awards require recipients to be enrolled full time for the entire award period.
Eligibility
- Must be an upper-division business major by the end of the spring semester in which you submit your application (rising juniors and seniors).
- Must maintain full-time enrollment throughout the award period.
Application and Award Details
- One application will automatically be used to evaluate you for all scholarships for...
Reach for the Stars
$5,000
The Nevada State Education Association (NSEA), working together with elected officials and members of the community, is proud to award two Loretta Harper Reach for the Stars scholarships. NSEA especially encourages students pursuing degrees in education to apply, but applicants from any field are welcome—support is not restricted to education majors.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating senior or a graduate of a Nevada public high school.
- Must be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a Nevada-accredited:
- community college,
- four-year university, or
- career and technical education institution.
How to apply
Application materials are available below....
The Nevada State Education Association (NSEA), working together with elected officials and members of the community, is proud to award two Loretta Harper Reach for the Stars scholarships. NSEA especially encourages students pursuing degrees in education to apply, but applicants from any field are welcome—support is not restricted to education majors.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating senior or a graduate of a Nevada public high school.
- Must be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a Nevada-accredited:
- community college,
- four-year university, or
- career and technical education institution.
How to apply
Application materials are available below....
Center for Architecture Design Scholarship
$5,000
Introduction
Supported by the Center for Architecture in partnership with the American Institute of Architects (AIA), this scholarship provides merit-based funding to students pursuing their first professional degree in architecture or a related design discipline at an accredited New York State institution. Selection emphasizes strong academic achievement combined with demonstrated financial need, which will be assessed according to the nominating school’s Financial Aid Officer guidelines.
Award
One or more scholarships of up to $5,000 will be granted.
Purpose
To assist deserving students working toward their first professional degree in architecture, design, engineering, planning, or related fields at accredited programs located...
Introduction
Supported by the Center for Architecture in partnership with the American Institute of Architects (AIA), this scholarship provides merit-based funding to students pursuing their first professional degree in architecture or a related design discipline at an accredited New York State institution. Selection emphasizes strong academic achievement combined with demonstrated financial need, which will be assessed according to the nominating school’s Financial Aid Officer guidelines.
Award
One or more scholarships of up to $5,000 will be granted.
Purpose
To assist deserving students working toward their first professional degree in architecture, design, engineering, planning, or related fields at accredited programs located...
Beyond The Boroughs National Scholarship
$20,000
Start your college journey with Beyond The Boroughs
Application window
- Applications are accepted annually from January 15 through March 15.
Award information
- Selected scholars may receive up to $20,000 total, distributed as $5,000 per year for four years.
Who may apply
- This scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students who demonstrate financial need and have been accepted to an accredited college or university.
How to prepare a strong application
Beyond The Boroughs receives many submissions each year, so putting together a careful, complete application will boost your chances. Use the guidance below to...
Start your college journey with Beyond The Boroughs
Application window
- Applications are accepted annually from January 15 through March 15.
Award information
- Selected scholars may receive up to $20,000 total, distributed as $5,000 per year for four years.
Who may apply
- This scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students who demonstrate financial need and have been accepted to an accredited college or university.
How to prepare a strong application
Beyond The Boroughs receives many submissions each year, so putting together a careful, complete application will boost your chances. Use the guidance below to...
GCSAA Legacy Awards
$1,500
Overview
The GCSAA Legacy Awards offer $1,500 scholarships to help children and grandchildren of GCSAA members pursue higher education.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a high school senior or currently enrolled at an institution of higher learning.
- A parent or grandparent of the applicant must have been an active GCSAA member in one of these classifications — Class A, B, C, EM, A‑Retired, B‑Retired, or AA — for at least five consecutive years.
- Previous recipients are eligible to apply again after sitting out one year.
- More than one student from the same family may receive an award...
Overview
The GCSAA Legacy Awards offer $1,500 scholarships to help children and grandchildren of GCSAA members pursue higher education.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a high school senior or currently enrolled at an institution of higher learning.
- A parent or grandparent of the applicant must have been an active GCSAA member in one of these classifications — Class A, B, C, EM, A‑Retired, B‑Retired, or AA — for at least five consecutive years.
- Previous recipients are eligible to apply again after sitting out one year.
- More than one student from the same family may receive an award...
NEEBC Scholaship Program
$5,000
Introduction
The NEEBC Scholarship was created to support the Council’s mission of expanding knowledge and education for individuals working in—or preparing for careers in—Human Resources, Employee Benefits, and Total Rewards. Since the program began in 1990, NEEBC has awarded a total of $218,000 to deserving students.
Awards
Each year NEEBC provides merit-based scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at accredited public or private colleges and universities in New England. Awards may be granted for up to $4,000 per recipient. Applications are assessed on the completed application form and essay, academic record (GPA and transcript), professional or academic references, and...
Introduction
The NEEBC Scholarship was created to support the Council’s mission of expanding knowledge and education for individuals working in—or preparing for careers in—Human Resources, Employee Benefits, and Total Rewards. Since the program began in 1990, NEEBC has awarded a total of $218,000 to deserving students.
Awards
Each year NEEBC provides merit-based scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at accredited public or private colleges and universities in New England. Awards may be granted for up to $4,000 per recipient. Applications are assessed on the completed application form and essay, academic record (GPA and transcript), professional or academic references, and...
Microsoft Disability Scholarship
$20,000
Overview The Seattle Foundation, together with the Disability at Microsoft Inclusion Network, funds a scholarship for current high school seniors who intend to continue their education at college or a vocational-technical program in the United States. The award supports study in specified majors and emphasizes interest in technology, leadership, and demonstrated financial need. Who may apply (Eligibility) Applicants must: - Be a current high school senior. - Plan to be enrolled full‑time or half‑time at an accredited U.S. two‑year or four‑year college/university or an accredited U.S. vocational-technical school for the coming academic year. - Be pursuing a major in one...
Overview The Seattle Foundation, together with the Disability at Microsoft Inclusion Network, funds a scholarship for current high school seniors who intend to continue their education at college or a vocational-technical program in the United States. The award supports study in specified majors and emphasizes interest in technology, leadership, and demonstrated financial need. Who may apply (Eligibility) Applicants must: - Be a current high school senior. - Plan to be enrolled full‑time or half‑time at an accredited U.S. two‑year or four‑year college/university or an accredited U.S. vocational-technical school for the coming academic year. - Be pursuing a major in one...
HIMSS Scholarships
$2,500
The Maryland chapter of the Health Information Management Systems Society (MDHIMSS) is now accepting applications for its 2026 Student Scholarship Program. MDHIMSS will award two scholarships of $2,500 each to students pursuing education in healthcare information technology–related fields. These awards honor academic achievement, dedication to improving healthcare, and promise as future leaders in health information management and systems.
Eligibility
- Must be a Maryland resident.
- Enrolled in a healthcare-related program at an accredited college or university.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Previous recipients of an MDHIMSS scholarship are not eligible.
Award Benefits
Each scholarship recipient will receive:...
The Maryland chapter of the Health Information Management Systems Society (MDHIMSS) is now accepting applications for its 2026 Student Scholarship Program. MDHIMSS will award two scholarships of $2,500 each to students pursuing education in healthcare information technology–related fields. These awards honor academic achievement, dedication to improving healthcare, and promise as future leaders in health information management and systems.
Eligibility
- Must be a Maryland resident.
- Enrolled in a healthcare-related program at an accredited college or university.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Previous recipients of an MDHIMSS scholarship are not eligible.
Award Benefits
Each scholarship recipient will receive:...
