USA Scholarships
Pre-University & Secondary Scholarship Guides
Pre-University & Secondary Scholarships
Funded secondary school, junior college, and pre-university programmes for international students. These scholarships open doors before you reach a Bachelor's degree, often covering tuition, hostel, and exam fees in full.
RHS Volleyball Boosters Scholarship 2027 - $750
The Redlands High School Girls Volleyball Boosters Scholarship Awards from Redlands Community Scholarship Foundation recognize graduating seniors who played varsity volleyball with strong citizenship, leadership, and team dedication. CareerOneStop and RCSF materials list up to $750 per award for Redlands Unified graduates who complete the unified senior application with essay, activity sheets, and counselor-signed transcript. Redlands High seniors apply through district Gmail when the portal opens in January or February.
Palm Beach Kennel Club Scholarship 2027 - FL
The Palm Beach Kennel Club Scholarship Fund, administered by Scholarship America for the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, expects about four $2,165 undergraduate awards for Florida residents who are Kennel Club employees with one year of service or eligible family members. Applicants need at least a 2.0 GPA and may pursue certification, associate, or bachelor''s study. Complete the CFPBMC Employer Funds application on Scholarship America when the cycle opens; the 2026 window ran February 2 through March 4 at 5 p.m. EST.
PC Construction Scholarship 2027 - $2,500
The PC Construction Scholarship, sponsored by PC Construction and administered by VSAC, awards one $2,500 scholarship to a Vermont graduating high school senior pursuing full-time undergraduate study in construction management or civil/mechanical engineering at a Title IV school. Selection weighs financial need, essay #1, academic achievement on your transcript, and a non-relative recommendation. Enter PCCONST on the Unified Scholarship Application with FAFSA by February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern.
Optimist Redlands Ralph Maloof Scholarship 2027
The Optimist Club of Redlands Ralph Maloof Scholarship, administered through Redlands Community Scholarship Foundation, awards $1,500 to one graduating male senior in Redlands Unified School District with at least a 3.0 GPA, a positive attitude, and community service involvement. Selection is merit-based. Seniors complete the unified RCSF online application distributed via district Gmail and the Senior Google Classroom page; CareerOneStop historically listed a February deadline, so confirm the live 2027 dates with your counselor.
North Central Region 9 Scholarship 2027
The North Central Region 9 Scholarship from the SME Education Foundation supports high school seniors and undergraduates pursuing associate or bachelor degrees in manufacturing, mechanical or industrial engineering, or industrial technology at accredited two- or four-year colleges in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, or Michigan''s Upper Peninsula. You need a 3.0 GPA. First preference goes to SME North Central Region members and their spouses, children, or grandchildren; second preference goes to residents of those states. Apply through scholarships.smeef.org between 1 November 2026 and 1 February 2027; published listings show awards from about $1,000 to $6,000 for tuition, fees, or books.
LGK New Early Educators Scholarship 2027
The Let''s Grow Kids Scholarship for Aspiring Early Educators - New Students, administered by VSAC, helps Vermont residents begin associate or bachelor degrees in early childhood education or related fields with an early childhood concentration. High school seniors and adults new to college ECE paths may apply with at least three-quarter-time enrollment at a Title IV school, a 2.5 cumulative GPA where applicable, financial need on FAFSA, VTAEYC membership, and a plan to work in Vermont child care for at least two years after graduation. Submit the Unified Scholarship Application with ID LGK-NS, essay #1, recommendation letter #1, and transcript by February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern.
Kate Currier Memorial Scholarship 2027 - $1,000
The Katie Currier Memorial Scholarship, sponsored by the Katie Currier Scholarship Fund and administered by VSAC, honors Essex High School student-athlete Katie Currier. Current EHS seniors who seek an undergraduate degree at a Title IV college may compete for two $1,000 awards, one for a male applicant and one for a female applicant. You must enroll at least half time, show education and work ethic, and explain your athlete story in essay #1 with one non-relative recommendation. Enter ID CURRIER on the Unified Scholarship Application by February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern.
Joseph F. Novek Outstanding Leader Award 2027
The Joseph F. Novek Outstanding Leader Award from the SME Education Foundation recognizes manufacturing and engineering students who lead the way Joseph F. Novek did in industry and SME service. CareerOneStop lists graduating high school seniors and current college students in associate, bachelor, or graduate programs at accredited US or Canadian schools, with at least a 2.0 GPA and study in manufacturing, engineering, or related disciplines. You apply through the Foundation scholarship portal at scholarships.smeef.org with a student statement, resume, STEM course list, transcripts, and two recommendation letters. The award amount varies by cycle. Expect the 2027-2028 window to open 1 November 2026 and close 1 February 2027, matching the annual SMEEF schedule.
IAPD Scholarship 2027 - Up to $3,500
The IAPD Charitable Foundation scholarship supports undergraduate and graduate students tied to the performance plastics industry. You may qualify if you work for an IAPD member company, are a child of a member employee, or study professional sales as a major, minor, or concentration. High school seniors may apply with a 3.5 unweighted GPA, a 500-word essay, unofficial transcripts, and a signed addendum. Awards were up to $3,500 in 2025 and checks go directly to your school. Expect the next cycle to open in fall 2026 with a spring 2027 deadline pattern similar to April 6.
HSF Scholar Program 2027 - $500 to $5,000
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund HSF Scholar Program selects about 10,000 students each year for mentorship, career services, leadership conferences, and merit scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000 when funds allow. Phase I opens on myHSF with a short application and no essay. Finalists complete Phase II with transcripts, essays, recommendations, and FAFSA verification. You must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or DACA recipient of Hispanic heritage with at least a 3.0 GPA in high school or 2.5 in college or graduate school, planning full-time enrollment at an accredited public or nonprofit four-year university or graduate school. The annual Phase I deadline is 15 February at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
Hilton Cares Community Scholarship 2027 - $5,000
The Hilton Cares Community Scholarship, run by the Hilton Global Foundation and Scholarship America, awards up to $5,000 to students in Hilton communities who plan full-time or part-time study at accredited colleges, universities, or vocational schools. High school seniors, graduates, and current undergraduate or graduate students in the United States may apply when the Scholars Apply portal opens. Roughly forty-five community awards are granted each cycle alongside a separate Hilton team member track. Funds cover tuition, fees, books, and required supplies. Hospitality majors are welcome but not required. Watch learnmore.scholarsapply.org/hiltoncares for the next opening; recent cycles closed in early February.
Helen K and Robert T Stafford Scholarship 2027
The Helen K. and Robert T. Stafford Scholarship, administered by VSAC, honors a Vermont family by supporting a high school senior committed to environmental studies or special education. One award up to $1,000 may be offered when the endowment allows. You need half-time undergraduate enrollment at a Title IV U.S. or Canada college, financial need on FAFSA, community service, essay #1, and a non-relative recommendation on the Unified Scholarship Application with ID STAFFORD. Submit by February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern.