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September
Dear West, High Community,
Welcome to another exciting school year 2025-26!
· The website – https://west.slcschools.org/academics/counseling-center/scholarship-information
· Instagram @westhigh.scholarships
· Monthly newsletter sent to your email
· Morning announcements
· Notice Board outside the guidance center
· Come to room 325. Across the guidance center
· Email:
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As a reminder, this is not a comprehensive list. For more scholarships please look at other scholarship search websites as well.
Private scholarship details vary. Please check websites for complete details.
If letters of recommendation are required please ask recommenders early, giving them enough time to write your letter.
August Scholarships
Shape Plus Fitness Scholarship
Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: August 1, 2024
Description: For all high school and college students. Must be a US Citizen or a legal resident. Must be intending to enroll or enrolled in a full-time accredited two year or four-year university in the United States. Must demonstrate ambition and self-motivation through notable achievements, active participation, and leadership in school activities and work experience. Show interest in pursuing a degree in the following majors: Health Policy, Health Sciences, Biology, Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, Athletic Training, Personal Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Therapy, Health and Physical Fitness, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Sports and Recreation Management, Nursing, Dentistry.
Website: https://www.shapeplus.com/student-scholarship-guidelines/
2025 Drivers Education “In the Driver’s Sear” Scholarship
Amount: up to $10,000
Closing Date: August 1, 2025
Description: Write an essay answering several questions. Include Picture. Must show proof of successful acceptance to a Higher Institute of Learning, College or University.
Website: https://www.dmvedu.org/scholarship/
MK Library Fall Scholarship Fund
Amount: $500.00
Closing Date: August 31, 2025
Description: Essay required. Must have a 3.0 GPA and be a US Citizen
Website: https://www.mklibrary.com/scholarship/ - email application to scholarship@mklibrary.com
Mrs. Prindables Future Educator Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2025
Description: Submit transcripts and or the acceptance letter. Communicate why you want to be an educator and what do you have to offer the students of the future.
COGIC Charities Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: August 1, 2025
Description: Two essays; high school transcript required. Must be enrolled full-time in college/university for the fall of 2025/2026. 2.5 GPA with two recommendation letters.
Website: https://www.cogic.org/cogiccharities/scholarships/
NBAA Scholarships
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: August 1, 2025
Description: Several scholarships to highly qualified students studying aviation-related curricula at an institution of higher learning.
Website: https://nbaa.org/professional-development/scholarships/
Race Entry – Race to Inspire – Scholarship
Amount: $500
Closing Date: August 15, 2025
Description: Send your 1,000-2,000-word essay about running a 5K, 10K half marathon or marathon to support@raceentry.com . With “Race to Inspire – Scholarship" in the subject line. Must be enrolled in a college at an accredited university inside the USA during the fall semester of the same year the essay is submitted.
Website: https://www.raceentry.com/race-to-inspire-scholarship
Capital Auto Auction Annual Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 15, 2025
Description: This is for STEM students who will be studying in college or university, computer sciences, engineering, mathematics, natural science (including physical, biological, and agricultural sciences).
You must be attending or will be attending an accredited college or university. Fill in the application form on the website.
Website: https://www.capitalautoauction.com/about-us/scholarship
MARVELOPTICS Scholarship
Amount: $1,5000 (2)
Closing Date: August 15, 2025
Description: For any full-time student at an accredited two-year or four-year American university or college. There is a written or video essay to submit responding to the prompt “Helen Keller said, “The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.”
Website: https://marveloptics.com/blog/scholarship-program/
HPFY Make a Difference Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 15, 2025
Description: For high school seniors who have been accepted to a college or students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. Students must have a minimum of 100 documented hours of volunteering in their local community. The hours can be collected over a period of two years. GPA of 3.0.
Website: https://www.healthproductsforyou.com/scholarship.html
HPFY Beyond Disability Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 15, 2025
Description: Must be a current high school senior or college student living with a documented disability. The student needs to be planning on attending an undergraduate program in a 2 or 4-year university/college or technical college in the fall of the academic year following high-school graduation. There is a required 500-word essay to submit and letters of recommendation to submit.
Website: https://www.healthproductsforyou.com/scholarship.html
Rustic Pathways Global Perspectives Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 27, 2025
Description: for a high school or college student attending an accredited college or university in 2025. There is a 500-word essay to submit. The scholarship must be used for tuition and/or books.
Website: https://rusticpathways.com/students/scholarships/global-perspectives-scholarship
SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship
Amount: $2,500 (12)
Closing Date: August 31, 2025
Description: For those students pursuing a STEM degree, by submitting a 500-word essay responding to the following statement: What have been your most significant experiences in STEM and how will you use STEM principles to improve the world? Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time student at a United States college, pursuing a degree in a STEM field, with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Florida Rental Dream Vacation Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2005
Description: There is a 1,000-word essay describing their dream vacation. Must be 18years or older and enrolled at a college or university.
Website: https://www.floridarentals.com/dream-vacation-scholarship/
Moolah SPOT Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2025
Description: This scholarship is based on a short essay. The reward can be used for education-related expenses.
Website: https://www.moolahspot.com/scholarship/index.cfm
The Achieve Today Scholarship Fund
Amount: $ 1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2025 & December 31, 2025
Description: Submit an essay or video on development and high-performance topics. Applicants must be 18 years or older and current students of an accredited US university or college.
Website: https://www.achievetoday.com/scholarships
NSJSS Scholarships
Amount: Several amounts
Closing Date: Several Different Dates
Description: For students of all graduating classes for 2025, 2026, 2027, or 2028. GPA of 3.5 or higher for most scholarships. Take a look at all of the options.
Website: https://www.nshss.org/scholarships/
September Scholarships
Minuteman Scholarship
Amount $49,000, 100 awards available
Closing Date: September 1, 2025
Description: Full Tuition for someone attending a State or public university. The recipient will participate in the Army Reserve unit while earning additional income. 2.5 GPA required. A fitness test and age 17-28 will make you eligible.
Website: https://www.usar.army.mil/MinutemanCampaign/
BluEarth Renewables Scholarship Program
Amount: $3,000 with three awards available
Closing Date: September 15, 2025
Description: For Indigenous Peoples of Canada or the United States. For students with a focus on renewable energy trades programs: wind, hydro or solar energy programs at accredited trades or technical school, college, and university.
Website: https://bluearthrenewables.com/our-responsibility/scholarships/
The Gates Scholarship
Amount: $20,000, 300 awards available
Closing Date: September 15, 2025
Description: Full cost of attendance for a college or University. FAFSA form must be filled out. For a high school senior from at lease on of the following ethnicities: African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American. Must be a US citizen, national or permanent resident. GPA of 3.3 with a plan to enroll full-time in a four-year degree program.
Website: https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship
Fulbright Scholarships
Amount: $10,000 with 470 awards available
Closing Date: September 16, 2025
Description: For U.S. citizens to teach, conduct research and carry out professional projects around the world.
Website: https://fulbrightscholars.org/us-scholar-awards
Beauty & Wellness Professionals Scholarship
Amount: $2,500 twice a year
Closing Date: September 1. 2025
Description: Students enrolled or perspective students in a Beauty and Wellness program. For all U.S. residents, including DACA recipients and international students. Students of all ages, with parental consent if under 18.
Website: https://www.beautyschoolsdirectory.com/cosmetology-school-scholarships
CIA Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Amount: $25,000 (10)
Closing Date: September 1, 2025
Description: Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or be a current undergraduate student. Must be 18 years of age at the time of submission. You must agree to work at the CIA for 1.5 years for every year that you are part of the scholarship program. Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining the CIA, including U.S. citizenship and background investigation will be required.
Website: https://www.cia.gov/careers/student-programs/undergraduate-scholarship-program/
US Senate Youth Program Scholarships
Amount: $10,000
Closing Date: September 26, 2025
Description: High school juniors and seniors may apply. You must talk to the high school principal, counselor, or social studies teacher to obtain an application. Must be a legal permanent resident of the United States. Must be a leader in student government, civic, or educational organizations during the entire 2024-2025 school year.
Website: https://ussenateyouth.org/selection_process_qualify/
Andrew S. Mathers Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 1, 2025
Description: For high school and college students. There is a short essay, school transcripts, employment history, and a headshot required.
Website: https://andrewmatherslaw.com/andrew-s-mathers-scholarship/
Daniel G. Calugar Foundation – Merit Scholarship Program
Amount: $10,000 (10 awards)
Closing Date: September 1, 2025
Description: For U.S. citizens. Must have 1500 on the SAT or 34 on the ACT exam. There is an essay requirement.
Website: https://dancalugarfoundation.org/
Netfloor USA Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 1, 2025
Description: This is for U.S. residents at least 17 years old who are currently attending high school and will be attending an accredited university or college in fall of 2026. A GPA of 3.0 is required.
Website: https://www.netfloorusa.com/scholarship/netfloor-usa-access-flooring-college-scholarship
Edvisors Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: September 15, 2025
Description: Must be 16 years or older with plans to attend an accredited university or college in the United States in the 2026 – 2027 school year.
McGuire Law Firm Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 15, 2025
Description: This is for a senior in high school who will be attending a university or college in the 2025-2026 school year. There is a short essay, resume, school transcripts and a proof of residency in the U.S. requirement.
Website: https://www.kentmcguirelaw.com/scholarship-application/
GoSkills Be the Boss Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: September 15, 2025
Description: This is for high school female seniors. Answer a few questions, submit a business plan for an online business.
Website: https://www.goskills.com/scholarship
Headway Scholarship
Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: September 15, 2025
Description: This is for book lovers who aim to achieve new heights through education. Must be a U.S. citizen seeking higher education in college, university or a vocational-technical school. GPA of 3.0 or higher. Looking for someone who is a leader in their school or community and is enrolled in an accredited college, university or vocational-technical school in the year 2026-2027.
Website: https://makeheadway.com/scholarship/
Innovation in Education Scholarship
Amount: $500
Closing Date: the 20th of each month, opens on the 1st of each month.
Description: US or Canada students with a GPA of 3.0. Create an original innovative project that solves a problem or makes a difference in people’s lives. Ther is an essay describing the project that is required.
Website: https://www.latutors123.com/scholarships/innovation-in-education/
Goosetree Law Group Bright Futures Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: September 17, 2025
Description: The student must show they have a financial need with a household income less than $75,000 a year, U.S. citizen or permanent resident, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and with plans to attend an accredited college or university in the fall of 2026.
Website: https://www.familydivorcelaw.com/scholarship
QuestBridge National College Match Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition
Closing Date: September 26, 2025
Description: Open to low-income high school seniors (Class of 2026) who have excelled academically. Strong writing skills, intellectual curiosity plus resilience, integrity and motivation is looked for. For students who show financial need, household income of $65,000 per year with minimal assets.
Website: https://www.questbridge.org/
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