For residents of Lake County, Minnesota, graduates of a Lake, Cook or St. Louis County High School who are seeking a career in rural health care, this $1,000 scholarship is gifted in two annual $500 sums.

Be accepted to the College of St. Scholastica RN Nursing Program, the University of Minnesota Duluth School of Medicine, or Lake Superior College RN Nursing Program.Career goal of being a family practice physician, nurse practitioner or registered nurse in a rural health care setting.

A graduate of Lake, Cook or a St. Louis County High School, or a resident of Lake County Minnesota at the time of application and award.

Award: $1,000

With a focus on promoting equity and access to high-demand fields, this scholarship is open to students studying programs such as welding, electrical work, HVAC, manufacturing, mechatronics, renewable energy, and construction. Recipients will be selected based on their commitment to pursuing a career in the skilled trades, academic performance, and their potential to contribute to the workforce in innovative and impactful ways.

Application Window: July 1 - November 1, 2025

Additional: Essay required.

Award: $2,500

Required: 500-700 word essay about addiction

Deadline: July 31, 2026

Award: $2,250

Application Window: Open util January 1, 2027

Must have:

  • 3.0 GPA
  • Academic transcript
  • One letter of recommendation
  • Essay (800-1200 words)

Award: $2,000

Award designed to support students pursuing degrees in mental health fields, such as psychology, counseling, social work, and psychiatric nursing. This scholarship addresses the growing shortage of mental health professionals in the United States by encouraging and empowering future leaders in the field.

Deadline: December 1, 2026

Must have a .edu email address

For more information or to apply, email [email protected] using your student email address.

Award: $2,000

For: students from all backgrounds who are passionate about wealth creation and committed to making a difference through their wealth.

Application Deadlines: August 31, 2026 and January 15, 2027

Award: $2,500

Dozens of applications in various categories with various deadline dates

For: women, high school seniors, graduate students, merit-based, nursing students, Hispanic students, etc.

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Award: various amounts

For students working towards careers in counseling

Application deadline: September 15, 2026

Award: $2,500

Required: 500-700 word essay about detox

Deadline: August 30, 2026

Award: $2,250

Applicants must pursue a degree in the health field.

For residents of Lake County, Minnesota, graduates of a Lake, Cook or St. Louis County High School who are seeking a career in rural health care

Application deadlines:

Proposals are accepted and awarded twice a year on the following schedule:

Submit by January 31st; Reviewed the 4th Tuesday of February
Submit by July 31st; Reviewed the 4th Tuesday of August

Award: $1,000 scholarship, granted in two $500 annual gifts

Fastweb is a free scholarship search platform that connects students to college scholarships, trade school scholarships, and financial aid news and resources. Our goal is to help you find scholarships to make college and trade school more affordable.

Award: various amounts

Florin | Roebig, a nationally recognized law firm specializing in personal injury, civil rights, and employment law, is offering its Annual Scholarship Essay Contest. The program invites students to explore current social and legal issues while supporting their educational goals.

For 2026, the essay topic is “Equal Voting Rights During Midterm Elections.”A total of $1,500 in scholarships will be awarded to three students. Eligible applicants must be at least 18 years old and enrolled full-time at a U.S. secondary or post-secondary institution.

Award: $750, $500, $250

For: individuals pursuing a degree or certificate in automotive technology and who also demonstrates financial need. Must be enrolled on a post-secondary school at time of application.

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Award: $5,000

For residents of Lake County, Minnesota or a graduate of Lake Superior School District who are pursuing an education in the health care profession.

Applicants must pursue a degree in the health field, such as: medicine, nursing, healthcare administration, pharmacy studies, medical technology, medical records, x-ray technology, dentistry, dental hygiene, occupational health, occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, medical social work, psychology or paramedic.

Applicants must be a graduate of Lake Superior School District or a resident of Lake County Minnesota at the time of application and award.

Application Windows:

Proposals are accepted and awarded twice a year on the following schedule:

Submit by January 31st; Reviewed the 4th Tuesday of February
Submit by July 31st; Reviewed the 4th Tuesday of August

Award: $1,000

For students enrolled or that are planning to enroll in agricultural sciences at accredited colleges or universities

Required: 500 word essay on the following topics:

  • The role of machinery in reducing human-risk in construction.
  • The benefits of maintaining commercial construction machinery.
  • The role of aftermarket parts for construction machinery.

Deadline: December 31, 2026

Award: $1,000

Use an AI tool of your choice to create a 3-panel comic strip explaining how surety works.

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026

Award: $1,000

For undergraduate student who demonstrates strong leadership skills and a commitment to serving others.

Application Windows: Fall Scholarships are open from January 1st to April 1st. Spring Scholarships are open from July 1st to November 1st.

Additional: Multiple essays required, one letter of recommendation, 2.5 GPA

Award: varies

For all academic classifications for students enrolled in a U.S. community college who are pursuing a certificate, associate, or bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or cyber-adjacent degrees such as information technology, computer science, data systems, etc.

Deadline: ongoing

Award: up to $500

For:

  • You must be a single parent.
  • You must maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.
  • You must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an undergraduate or graduate program within the United States for the Spring or Fall 2026 semester.
  • You must be at least 17 years old.
  • You must be a citizen of the United States.

Other Requirements:

  • proof of enrollment at their chosen school
  • proof of their achieved GPA
  • a headshot
  • other materials
  • 750 word essay
    • Prompt: Why did you decide to go to college as a single parent? How does attending and pursuing your college degree affect your children? How would obtaining a college degree affect your family?

Award: $1,000

The 2026 Real Voices Essay Coaching Award will open on April 1, 2026. Applications will be accepted until September 30, 2026.

The Real Voices Essay Coaching Award provides five hours of free college application essay coaching. The award is open to:

  • High school seniors applying to four-year colleges for Fall 2027 admission
  • Community college students applying to transfer to a four-year university for Fall 2027 admission

Note: The award is not money, it is 5 hours of personalized college essay coaching via Zoom

Award: $1,500 in professional coaching services

Required: 500-700 word essay about rehab

Deadline: July 31, 2026

Award: $2,250

You must have improved their GPA by at least one point at any time while attending college.

You must submit a 2 minute video that discusses the following:

  • What steps did you take to increase your grade point average?
  • Describe the challenges you faced and the efforts you made to improve your academic performance.
  • What lessons did you learn during this time, and how do you expect to use the skills you have gained in your future career?

Application Deadline: September 7, 2026

Award: $1,000

The Sports Gear Swag scholarship offers a one-time prize of $1,000, which can cover various education-related costs such as tuition, books, computers, accommodation, and other necessary expenses. There are no GPA requirements and no application forms. It's our way of giving back and supporting individuals who want to pursue their dreams through education.

Deadline: October 1, 2026

Additional: Essay required

Award: $1,000

Deadline: September 1, 2026

Required Project:

Abstract: Submit a concise abstract (maximum 250 words) outlining the project's objective, research approach, and significance to the medical industry.

Article: A detailed article (approximately 1000 words) focusing on the application of chemical materials in the medical industry, their mechanisms of action, and future development trends.
Biography: Include a brief personal biography (approximately 150 words) in italics at the end of the article, with the author's name in bold.

Suggested Topics:

  • Hyaluronic Acid: Advances in orthopedic lubrication, post-surgical anti-adhesion, drug delivery systems, and more.
  • Beryllium Sheets: Exploration of how properties such as low density, high stiffness, and thermal stability can be applied in advanced medical imaging equipment (e.g., precision components in CT or MRI), X-ray medical devices, or laser medical instruments.
  • Other Materials: Applications in bioimaging using materials such as bioabsorbable polymers, medical-grade titanium alloys, or antimicrobial coatings.

Award: $1,000

TechForce Foundation is awarding more than $6 million this year to students like yours pursuing a career in the skilled trades.

Applications are valid for the full calendar year, and students must reapply each year to remain eligible. Applying early increases the opportunity for early awards.

How students apply:

  1. Visit
  2. Click “Login” or “Join” to create a profile (if new)
  3. Select “Scholarships” from the menu
  4. Click “Apply Now” to complete the 2026 application

Award: Various Amounts

For Psychology, counseling, social work, and healthcare students encouraged to apply. Any student with a passion for mental health is eligible.

800-1200 word essay required

Deadline: November 30, 2026

Award: $2,250

For: students from any discipline to fund their education by writing a response to the question: “If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what would it be and why?”

Application deadline: September 30, 2025

Award: $1,500

For: students pursuing a career in Healthcare; for graduates of Lake, Cook, or St. Louis County high schools; accepted to RN Nursing programs at: College of St. Scholastics, UM-Duluth, or Lake Superior College

Proposals are accepted and awarded twice a year on the following schedule:

  • Submit by January 31st; Reviewed the 4th Tuesday of February
  • Submit by July 31st; Reviewed the 4th Tuesday of August

Award: $1,000

Essay required: Topic: “The Most Meaningful Move in My Life”

Deadline: July 1, 2026

Award: $1,000

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Award: various