November

(*are Utah specific scholarships)

November 2024

GUTS - Olivia Rodrigo Fan Scholarship

Amount: $500

Closing Date: November 1, 2024

Description: This scholarship aims to celebrate the vulnerability, strength, and creativity of today’s youth. We want to hear your unique perspective on how this album has influenced your perspective or taught you something new. Any student at any education level with any GPA is eligible to apply. https://bold.org/scholarships/GUTS-olivia-rodrigo-fan-scholarship/

Bennington College Young Writers Competition

Amount: $250 - $1000, multiple awards granted

Closing Date: November 1, 2024

Description: This contest is for all writers in grades 9-12. Entrants can submit three poems, a short story, or a personal or academic nonfiction essay. https://www.bennington.edu/events/young-writers-awards

National Space Club Scholarship

Amount: $20,000

Closing Date: November 1, 2024

Description: For a high school senior with definite plans to pursue a career in the Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) fields. They will submit an unofficial transcript; letter of recommendations, and a video alongside the application. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and plan to attend an accredited U.S. college or university for the 2025-2026 academic year. https://www.spaceclub.org/scholarship/index.html

Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards

Amount: $10,000 awards, 180 awards

Closing Date: November 3, 2024

Description: Be currently enrolled in high school and graduating in the spring of 2025, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, must enroll at an accredited higher education institution in 2025-2026, and be of Hispanic heritage (includes Spain, Brazil, Philippines). https://hhfawards.hispanicheritage.org/2024/forms/welcome.php

Track to the Trades Scholarship

Amount: $2500, 20 awards available

Closing Date: November 4, 2024

Description: This scholarship aims to support current and future tradespeople on their paths toward successful careers in the trades. Applicants must be high school seniors who will enroll in trade school after graduation pursuing plumbing, HVAC, electric, or a closely related field, be legal residents and embody G.R.I.T. (generosity, respect, innovation, and teamwork).

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/32467/track-to-the-trades-scholarship

Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships

Amount: $10,000

Closing Date: November 5, 2024

Description: For ages 5-25, who demonstrate on-going commitment to their community by performing unpaid volunteer services impacting hunger in the U.S. within the last 12 months. All applicants must be enrolled in an accredited educational institution and be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. https://us.stop-hunger.org/home/grants.html

Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship Contest

Amount: $4000 - $30,000, 500 awards available

Closing Date: November 12, 2024

Description: Current high school seniors, who demonstrate leadership, academic achievements and records, community involvement, and financial need. Must be citizens of the U.S. https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program

Amount: Varies

Closing Date: November 14, 2024

Description: For high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend a four-year college or university. Applicants must have a 3.75 GPA or higher. https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/college-scholarship-program/

Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship

Amount: $500

Closing Date: November 15, 2024

Description: Applicants will submit two small essays (under 500 words) and fill out an online application. For those ages 16 – 25, a minimum GPA of 2.5, and a US or Cananda citizen. https://odenzascholarships.com/awards/8/eligibility_odenza_marketing_group_scholarship.php

Live Your Dream Award

Amount: $1,000-$10,000

Closing Date: November 15, 2024

Description: Open to high school women (14-18 years of age) who provide the primary financial support for themselves and their dependents. Eligible applicants will describe in 750 words or less how the grant money will help achieve their educational and career goals. At least one reference required. https://www.soroptimist.org/our-work/live-your-dream-awards/apply-for-the-live-your-dream-awards.html

Concerto Competition

Amount: $500-$2500

Closing Date: November 15, 2024

Description: This competition is open to high school musicians (woodwind, brass, and percussion players are eligible to apply). Submit a performance recording and online application form to apply. Must be U.S. citizens or permanent U.S. residents. https://www.marineband.marines.mil/Educational/Concerto-Competition/

The NHS Scholarship

Amount: $3,200 - $25,000

Closing Date: November 26, 2024

Description: For high school seniors who are an active member of an NHS chapter. Awards are given to students who strive in service, leadership, and character. https://www.nationalhonorsociety.org/advisers/the-nhs-scholarship/

Driver Education Initiative Award

Amount: $500, multiple awards

Closing Date: November 30, 2024

Description: Submit an essay (minimum of 750 words) under the topic “In the Driver’s Seat” answering questions related to the safety of driver education to reduce the number of deaths because of driving. Applicants must be currently enrolled in either High School, University or College. https://www.dmvedu.org/scholarship/

The Flusche & Fitzgerald Undergrad Scholarship Contest

Amount: $500

Closing Date: November 30, 2024

Description: This contest requires students to raise awareness about different legal issues. Applicants must create a public service advertisement video (PSA) about this prompt “What should motorists do while driving if they see a law enforcement vehicle that is stopped on the side of the road?” Must be enrolled in a U.S. college, university, or trade school and U.S. citizens or lawful residents. https://www.andrewflusche.com/scholarship/

Rumba Meats Scholarship

Amount: $1000, 25 awards

Closing Date: November 30, 2024

Description: For high school seniors who are graduating Spring 2025 and are/will be enrolled full-time in school for the year 2025-26. Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA and at least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry. Must submit two essays (500-1000 words), a resume, and a transcript. https://www.ushli.org/rumba/

Nitro Sweepstake Scholarship

Amount: $2000, one award each month

Closing Date: Current- November 30, 2024 (at the end of each month)

Description: Open to legal residents of the U.S., 17 years old or older, and meet one of the four requirements listed on the website. https://www.nitrocollege.com/nitro-scholarship-application