GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

  • Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships. For HS seniors planning to study engineering, computer science, or computer information systems. Due Mar. 15.

  • Google Computer Science Summer Institute. Online is a 4-week intro to computer science. For rising college freshmen with a passion for technology- especially students who’ve been historically marginalized from the field. Due Mar. 29.

Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

Indian Health Services Scholarships

For qualified American Indian and Alaska Native students who plan to enter or are pursuing degrees in the health profession.

2/28

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

Open to the class of 2022 students.

2/28

Princeton Summer Journalism Program

Free residential journalism and college preparatory program for high-achieving current juniors from low-income backgrounds interested in journalism. All program expenses, including meals, housing, and transportation covered.

2/28

WAEF Tree Fruit Industry Scholarships

For WA students raised in families with direct ties to the tree fruit industry. 

3/1

American Chemical Society Scholars Award

($5,000) - Renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields. 

3/1

Tall Clubs International Student Scholarships

Scholarships are for students under 21 years of age, about to attend their first year of higher education, and who meet the height requirements of TCI— 5' 10" (178 cm) for women, and 6' 2" (188 cm) for men. Annually, TCI Foundation awards multiple student scholarship(s) of up to $1000 each. 

3/1

Washington State PTA Scholarship

Four $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from WA state public high schools with an active PTA, who will be starting college (either two-year or four-year) in the fall.

3/1

AFA Teens Scholarship

This Scholarship Essay Contest is an annual competition for college-bound HS seniors. Write a 1,200 to 1,500-word essay that describes the impact of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families, or their communities, and what they have learned considering coping with the brain disorder. 

3/1

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation-Undergraduate/Associate 

Need-based scholarships to the children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen who attend college or career training. Before applying, verify your eligibility. CTE Version--Application available all year. Applications processed monthly.

3/1

ASHG DNA Day Essay Contest

($100-$1,000) -This contest is open to students in grades 9-12 worldwide and asks students to examine, question, and reflect on important concepts in genetics. 

3/3

Sound Credit Union Scholarship

$1,000 individual scholarships. Must be a graduating HS senior who plans to attend a 2- or 4-year college, w/ a min. 3.0 GPS, & be a member of Sound Credit Union.

3/4

Truman D. Picard Scholarship for Native Students

Dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources.

3/12

Microsoft DisAbility Scholarship

($20,000) – For HS seniors with disabilities who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and target a career in the technology industry. 

3/15

Louie Foundation Scholarship

$100,000 in scholarships available especially for students w/strong academics & whose parents are in the military or veterans of the armed forces.

3/15

Junior Duck Stamp Contest

($200-$1,000) - For K-12 students. Submit an original piece of artwork depicting a North American waterfowl species. 

3/15

National Institutes of Health Undergraduate Scholarship Program

For students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. Must be accepted to an accredited 4-year institution. Up to $20,000 per year. Renewable for 4 years.

3/17

Jack Kent Cooke Young Scholars Program

This selective five-year, pre-college scholarship is for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. Provides comprehensive academic and college advising, as well as financial support for school, Cooke-sponsored summer programs, internships, etc.

3/21

Create a Greeting Card Scholarship

($10,000) - Submit original photo, artwork, or computer graphics for the front of a card.

3/22

Chin: Shui Kuen & Allen Chin Scholarship

For incoming freshman or current, full-time undergraduate at a four-year college or university. For student or parent currently/formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant. Any ethnic heritage. Community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian and/or other progressive causes

3/25

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program

($3,000-$12,000) All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership.

3/31

LULAC National Scholarship Fund

($250-$2,000) Students submit short essay.

3/31

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

(Up to $15,000 per year) For people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who can do academic work at the college or university level or are enrolled in a trade or technical program and who are active in the progressive movement.

3/31

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Summer Issue

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

3/31

National Youth Science Camp

(Camp) - This residential science education program is for young STEM enthusiasts the summer after they graduate from high school. 

3/31

GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship

($12,500) – For HS students with demonstrated financial need whose parents or guardians have, or had, a career in the financial services industry.

2/16

The Christophers’ Poster Contest

Open to 9-12 graders. Must create an original poster & illustrate the idea that one person can change the world for the better. $100-$1,000.

2/17

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

One award of $10,000 and two awards of $5,000 will be given to graduating HS students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. 

2/20

Association of Computer Professionals in Education Scholarship

($2,000) - For seniors who plan to study technology. Successful applicants have studied and used technology in innovative ways throughout their high school career and can demonstrate their work through a project. The project itself can take many forms.

2/21

Indian Health Services Scholarships

For qualified American Indian and Alaska Native students who plan to enter or are pursuing degrees in the health profession.

2/28

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

Open to the class of 2022 students.

2/28

Princeton Summer Journalism Program

Free residential journalism and college preparatory program for high-achieving current juniors from low-income backgrounds interested in journalism. All program expenses, including meals, housing, and transportation covered.

2/28

WAEF Tree Fruit Industry Scholarships

For WA students raised in families with direct ties to the tree fruit industry. 

3/1

American Chemical Society Scholars Award

($5,000) - Renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields. 

3/1

Tall Clubs International Student Scholarships

Scholarships are for students under 21 years of age, about to attend their first year of higher education, and who meet the height requirements of TCI— 5' 10" (178 cm) for women, and 6' 2" (188 cm) for men. Annually, TCI Foundation awards multiple student scholarship(s) of up to $1000 each. 

3/1

Washington State PTA Scholarship

Four $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from WA state public high schools with an active PTA, who will be starting college (either two-year or four-year) in the fall.

3/1

AFA Teens Scholarship

This Scholarship Essay Contest is an annual competition for college-bound HS seniors. Write a 1,200 to 1,500-word essay that describes the impact of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families, or their communities, and what they have learned considering coping with the brain disorder. 

3/1

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation-Undergraduate/Associate 

Need-based scholarships to the children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen who attend college or career training. Before applying, verify your eligibility. CTE Version--Application available all year. Applications processed monthly.

3/1

ASHG DNA Day Essay Contest

($100-$1,000) -This contest is open to students in grades 9-12 worldwide and asks students to examine, question, and reflect on important concepts in genetics. 

3/3

Sound Credit Union Scholarship

$1,000 individual scholarships. Must be a graduating HS senior who plans to attend a 2- or 4-year college, w/ a min. 3.0 GPS, & be a member of Sound Credit Union.

3/4

Truman D. Picard Scholarship for Native Students

Dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources.

3/12

Microsoft DisAbility Scholarship

($20,000) – For HS seniors with disabilities who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and target a career in the technology industry. 

3/15

Louie Foundation Scholarship

$100,000 in scholarships available especially for students w/strong academics & whose parents are in the military or veterans of the armed forces.

3/15

Junior Duck Stamp Contest

($200-$1,000) - For K-12 students. Submit an original piece of artwork depicting a North American waterfowl species. 

3/15

National Institutes of Health Undergraduate Scholarship Program

For students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. Must be accepted to an accredited 4-year institution. Up to $20,000 per year. Renewable for 4 years.

3/17

Jack Kent Cooke Young Scholars Program

This selective five-year, pre-college scholarship is for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. Provides comprehensive academic and college advising, as well as financial support for school, Cooke-sponsored summer programs, internships, etc.

3/21

Create a Greeting Card Scholarship

($10,000) - Submit original photo, artwork, or computer graphics for the front of a card.

3/22

Chin: Shui Kuen & Allen Chin Scholarship

For incoming freshman or current, full-time undergraduate at a four-year college or university. For student or parent currently/formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant. Any ethnic heritage. Community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian and/or other progressive causes

3/25

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program

($3,000-$12,000) All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership.

3/31

LULAC National Scholarship Fund

($250-$2,000) Students submit short essay.

3/31

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

(Up to $15,000 per year) For people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who can do academic work at the college or university level or are enrolled in a trade or technical program and who are active in the progressive movement.

3/31

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Summer Issue

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

3/31

National Youth Science Camp

(Camp) - This residential science education program is for young STEM enthusiasts the summer after they graduate from high school. 

3/31

Summer Job Opportunities at Common Threads Farm

FuturesNW & Common Threads Food Educator Positions Available for High School Students!

Garden and Kitchen Support Needed at Common Threads Farm for Spring/Summer 2022 

Would you like to have a summer job? Do you love to garden, cook, and teach kids? Or, do you not really know how to do those things yet, but think it would be fun to learn? If so, Common Threads’ garden and kitchen support roles may be a good fit for you!

Our ideal candidates will:

  • Be curious, passionate, adaptable, caring

  • Contribute lived experience that helps diversify the perspectives represented on our team. People of color, transgender individuals, members of the LGBTQ community, people whose first language is one other than English, men, high school students, and people with lived experience of hunger and poverty are particularly encouraged to apply. 

  • Be excited to work with kids, and with food from seed to table (gardening and cooking)

  • Demonstrate a willingness to work flexibly as part of a team as well as a willingness to communicate promptly about questions, problems, and challenges

Position responsibilities:

  • As a garden support person, you will work closely with our AmeriCorps food educators to tend school gardens and to support elementary and middle school students in garden-based lessons (only if you’re available during the school day!)

  • As a kitchen support person, you will work closely with our AmeriCorps food educators to prepare and distribute food in a variety of settings ranging from in school, student-prepared meals to after-school clubs to summer camps and a  mobile food truck

  • In both positions, you will make a difference in the lives of young people by providing them not only with increased access to nourishing food but also with caring connections with a near-peer role model (that’s YOU!)

Note - if you’re hoping to be involved in both gardening and cooking, please indicate that preference on your application

Other requirements:

  • Willing to have a Washington State Background check run (a criminal record is not necessarily disqualifying)

  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or able to demonstrate a religious or medical exemption. 

How to apply:

Total time commitment will be between 10-15 hours/week depending on how your availability matches our scheduling needs

Compensation: $14.49 per hour 

Please send your cover letter and resume to Megan Wingo at mwingo@futuresnw.org. 


GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

  • Google Computer Science Summer Institute (CSSI). Online is a 4-week introduction to computer science for rising college freshmen with a passion for technology- especially students who’ve been historically marginalized from the field. Due Mar. 29.

Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

WSECU Scholarships

WSECU members of all ages are welcome to apply. $2,000 is awarded for two-year colleges and vocational schools. $3,000 is awarded for four-year undergraduate and graduate programs.

2/14

Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship

($12,500) – For HS students with demonstrated financial need whose parents or guardians have, or had, a career in the financial services industry.

2/16

The Christophers’ Poster Contest

Open to 9-12 graders. Must create an original poster & illustrate the idea that one person can change the world for the better. $100-$1,000.

2/17

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

One award of $10,000 and two awards of $5,000 will be given to graduating HS students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. 

2/20

Association of Computer Professionals in Education Scholarship

($2,000) - For seniors who plan to study technology. Successful applicants have studied and used technology in innovative ways throughout their high school career and can demonstrate their work through a project. The project itself can take many forms.

2/21

Indian Health Services Scholarships

For qualified American Indian and Alaska Native students who plan to enter or are pursuing degrees in the health profession.

2/28

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

Open to the class of 2022 students.

2/28

Princeton Summer Journalism Program

Free residential journalism and college preparatory program for high-achieving current juniors from low-income backgrounds interested in journalism. All program expenses, including meals, housing, and transportation covered.

2/28

WAEF Tree Fruit Industry Scholarships

For WA students raised in families with direct ties to the tree fruit industry. 

3/1

American Chemical Society Scholars Award

($5,000) - Renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields. 

3/1

Tall Clubs International Student Scholarships

Scholarships are for students under 21 years of age, about to attend their first year of higher education, and who meet the height requirements of TCI— 5' 10" (178 cm) for women, and 6' 2" (188 cm) for men. Annually, TCI Foundation awards multiple student scholarship(s) of up to $1000 each. 

3/1

Washington State PTA Scholarship

Four $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from WA state public high schools with an active PTA, who will be starting college (either two-year or four-year) in the fall.

3/1

AFA Teens Scholarship

This Scholarship Essay Contest is an annual competition for college-bound HS seniors. Write a 1,200 to 1,500-word essay that describes the impact of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families, or their communities, and what they have learned considering coping with the brain disorder. 

3/1

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation-Undergraduate/Associate 

Need-based scholarships to the children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen who attend college or career training. Before applying, verify your eligibility. CTE Version--Application available all year. Applications processed monthly.

3/1

ASHG DNA Day Essay Contest

($100-$1,000) -This contest is open to students in grades 9-12 worldwide and asks students to examine, question, and reflect on important concepts in genetics. 

3/3

Sound Credit Union Scholarship

$1,000 individual scholarships. Must be a graduating HS senior who plans to attend a 2- or 4-year college, w/ a min. 3.0 GPS, & be a member of Sound Credit Union.

3/4

Truman D. Picard Scholarship for Native Students

Dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources.

3/12

Microsoft DisAbility Scholarship

($20,000) – For HS seniors with disabilities who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and target a career in the technology industry. 

3/15

Louie Foundation Scholarship

$100,000 in scholarships available especially for students w/strong academics & whose parents are in the military or veterans of the armed forces.

3/15

Junior Duck Stamp Contest

($200-$1,000) - For K-12 students. Submit an original piece of artwork depicting a North American waterfowl species. 

3/15

National Institutes of Health Undergraduate Scholarship Program

For students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. Must be accepted to an accredited 4-year institution. Up to $20,000 per year. Renewable for 4 years.

3/17

Jack Kent Cooke Young Scholars Program

This selective five-year, pre-college scholarship is for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. Provides comprehensive academic and college advising, as well as financial support for school, Cooke-sponsored summer programs, internships, etc.

3/21

Create a Greeting Card Scholarship

($10,000) - Submit original photo, artwork, or computer graphics for the front of a card.

3/22

Chin: Shui Kuen & Allen Chin Scholarship

For incoming freshman or current, full-time undergraduate at a four-year college or university. For student or parent currently/formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant. Any ethnic heritage. Community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian and/or other progressive causes

3/25

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program

($3,000-$12,000) All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership.

3/31

LULAC National Scholarship Fund

($250-$2,000) Students submit short essay.

3/31

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

(Up to $15,000 per year) For people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who can do academic work at the college or university level or are enrolled in a trade or technical program and who are active in the progressive movement.

3/31

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Summer Issue

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

3/31

National Youth Science Camp

(Camp) - This residential science education program is for young STEM enthusiasts the summer after they graduate from high school. 

3/31


GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

John Lennon Scholarship

($20,000) - Three scholarships are presented annually for the best original songs.

2/4

HACER® National Scholarship

For HS seniors who plan to go to a 2- or 4-year college or university. Must have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage, have a min. 3.0 GPA, and be a legal resident.

2/5

Summer Health Professions Education Program

 

Free 6-week summer program to help students prepare for health careers like dentistry, medicine, nursing, optometry, pharmacy, or physical therapy. 

2/5

Governor's Scholarship for Foster Youth

($2,000-$4,000)- For young adults who have been involved in foster care.

2/7

Leadership 1000 Scholarship

For HS seniors attending eligible high schools and who are planning to enroll in a WA state college or university. Scholars receive guidance and networking opportunities to ensure students graduate and achieve success.

2/7

WSECU Scholarships

WSECU members of all ages are welcome to apply. $2,000 is awarded for two-year colleges and vocational schools. $3,000 is awarded for four-year undergraduate and graduate programs.

2/14

Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship

($12,500) – For HS students with demonstrated financial need whose parents or guardians have, or had, a career in the financial services industry.

2/16

The Christophers’ Poster Contest

Open to 9-12 graders. Must create an original poster & illustrate the idea that one person can change the world for the better. $100-$1,000.

2/17

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

One award of $10,000 and two awards of $5,000 will be given to graduating HS students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. 

2/20

Association of Computer Professionals in Education Scholarship

($2,000) - For seniors who plan to study technology. Successful applicants have studied and used technology in innovative ways throughout their high school career and can demonstrate their work through a project. The project itself can take many forms.

2/21

Indian Health Services Scholarships

For qualified American Indian and Alaska Native students who plan to enter or are pursuing degrees in the health profession.

2/28

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

Open to the class of 2022 students.

2/28

Princeton Summer Journalism Program

Free residential journalism and college preparatory program for high-achieving current juniors from low-income backgrounds interested in journalism. All program expenses, including meals, housing, and transportation covered.

2/28

WAEF Tree Fruit Industry Scholarships

For WA students raised in families with direct ties to the tree fruit industry. 

3/1

American Chemical Society Scholars Award

($5,000) - Renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields. 

3/1

Tall Clubs International Student Scholarships

Scholarships are for students under 21 years of age, about to attend their first year of higher education, and who meet the height requirements of TCI— 5' 10" (178 cm) for women, and 6' 2" (188 cm) for men. Annually, TCI Foundation awards multiple student scholarship(s) of up to $1000 each. 

3/1

Washington State PTA Scholarship

Four $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from WA state public high schools with an active PTA, who will be starting college (either two-year or four-year) in the fall.

3/1

AFA Teens Scholarship

This Scholarship Essay Contest is an annual competition for college-bound HS seniors. Write a 1,200 to 1,500-word essay that describes the impact of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families, or their communities, and what they have learned in light of coping with the brain disorder. 

3/1

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation-Undergraduate/Associate 

Need-based scholarships to the children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen who attend college or career training. Before applying, verify your eligibility. CTE Version--Application available all year. Applications processed monthly.

3/1

ASHG DNA Day Essay Contest

($100-$1,000) -This contest is open to students in grades 9-12 worldwide and asks students to examine, question, and reflect on important concepts in genetics. 

3/3

Sound Credit Union Scholarship

$1,000 individual scholarships. Must be a graduating HS senior who plans to attend a 2- or 4-year college, w/ a min. 3.0 GPS, & be a member of Sound Credit Union.

3/4

Truman D. Picard Scholarship for Native Students

Dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources.

3/12

Microsoft DisAbility Scholarship

($20,000) – For HS seniors with disabilities who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and target a career in the technology industry. 

3/15

Louie Foundation Scholarship

$100,000 in scholarships available especially for students w/strong academics & whose parents are in the military or veterans of the armed forces.

3/15

Junior Duck Stamp Contest

($200-$1,000) - For K-12 students. Submit an original piece of artwork depicting a North American waterfowl species. 

3/15

National Institutes of Health  Undergraduate Scholarship Program

For students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. Must be accepted to an accredited 4-year institution. Up to $20,000 per year. Renewable for 4 years.

3/17

Jack Kent Cooke Young Scholars Program

This selective five-year, pre-college scholarship is for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. Provides comprehensive academic and college advising, as well as financial support for school, Cooke-sponsored summer programs, internships, etc.

3/21

Create a Greeting Card Scholarship

($10,000) - Submit original photo, artwork or computer graphics for the front of a card.

3/22

Chin: Shui Kuen & Allen Chin Scholarship

For incoming freshman or current, full-time undergraduate at a four-year college or university. For student or parent currently/formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant. Any ethnic heritage. Community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian and/or other progressive causes

3/25

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program

($3,000-$12,000) All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership.

3/31

LULAC National Scholarship Fund

($250-$2,000) Students submit short essay.

3/31

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

(Up to $15,000 per year) For people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who can do academic work at the college or university level or are enrolled in a trade or technical program and who are active in the progressive movement.

3/31

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Summer Issue

Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500.

3/31

National Youth Science Camp

(Camp) - This residential science education program is for young STEM enthusiasts the summer after they graduate from high school. 

3/31

GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

  • 2021-22 Poster: Create Your Future. Resources are available now that can support students as they work toward their education and career goals! Learn how students can share their story by Feb. 1 and win $100.

Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

APIASF Scholarship Program

($2,500-$20,000)- For APIA students with a special focus on those in financial need and first gen and have placed a strong emphasis on community service and leadership as well as solid academic achievement. 

1/26

UW DO-IT Scholars Program

For HS sophomores or juniors with disabilities. Program prepares students for their transition to college—which includes exploring careers, independence, self-advocacy, and leadership. 

1/30

Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship

Selected applicants awarded scholarships through a highly competitive national selection process, and receive full tuition, books stipend, educational fees, and other financial benefits at many of the country's leading colleges and universities. Upon graduation, midshipmen are commissioned as officers in the unrestricted line Naval Reserve or Marine Corps Reserve.

1/31

American Legion National Oratorical Contest

WA will award $5,000 in scholarships to the top 4 finishers.

1/31

The USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program

Provides full tuition, employment, employee benefits, fees, books, and room and board each year for up to 4 years to selected students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in agriculture, food science, natural resource science, or a related academic discipline at one of 35 federally recognized tribal colleges and universities. 

1/31

USDA/1890 National Scholars Program

Scholarships are awarded annually and must be used at one of the 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities. Each award provides full tuition as well as room and board.

1/31

EngineerGirl Essay Contest

This essay contest is for K12 students – in grades 3 thru 12 (ages 8-18). To apply, applicants must write an original essay on a given topic related to engineering. 

2/1

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Award

($28,000)- For outstanding HS graduates who plan to earn a BA from an accredited 4-year college or university. Additional fellowships are given to JRF Scholars to pursue opportunities to work and study abroad, and for post-graduate education.

2/1

John F. & Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship Fund for Art Education

($500-$5,000) - For students ages 18 -35, pursuing a profession in visual arts & be skilled & devoted to the classical or conservative tradition.

2/1

John Lennon Scholarship

($20,000) - Three scholarships are presented annually for the best original songs.

2/4

HACER® National Scholarship

For HS seniors who plan to go to a 2- or 4-year college or university. Must have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage, have a min. 3.0 GPA, and be a legal resident.

2/5

Governor's Scholarship for Foster Youth

($2,000-$4,000)- For young adults who have been involved in foster care.

2/7

Leadership 1000 Scholarship

For HS seniors attending eligible high schools and who are planning to enroll in a WA state college or university. Scholars receive guidance and networking opportunities to ensure students graduate and achieve success.

2/7

Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship

($12,500) – For HS students with demonstrated financial need whose parents or guardians have, or had, a career in the financial services industry.

2/16

The Christophers’ Poster Contest

Open to 9-12 graders. Must create an original poster & illustrate the idea that one person can change the world for the better. $100-$1,000.

2/17

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

One award of $10,000 and two awards of $5,000 will be given to graduating HS students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. 

2/20

Association of Computer Professionals in Education Scholarship

($2,000) - For seniors who plan to study technology. Successful applicants have studied and used technology in innovative ways throughout their high school career and can demonstrate their work through a project. The project itself can take many forms.

2/21

Indian Health Services Scholarships

For qualified American Indian and Alaska Native students who plan to enter or are pursuing degrees in the health profession.

2/28

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

Open to the class of 2022 students in the United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories, regardless of citizenship status. 

2/28

Princeton Summer Journalism Program

Free residential journalism and college preparatory program for high-achieving current juniors from low-income backgrounds interested in journalism. All program expenses, including meals, housing, and transportation covered.

GEAR UP Scholarship Bulletin

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

  • 2021-22 Poster: Create Your Future. Resources are available now that can support students as they work toward their education and career goals! Learn how students can share their story by Feb. 1 and win $100.

Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

Point Foundation: College Scholarships 

For HS seniors. No citizenship required. History of LGBTQ+ leadership &/or allyship. Seeking candidates w/ high academic performance.

1/18

Mas Family Scholarship

($32,000)- Must be of Cuban descent, have min. 3.5 GPA, & be financially needy. 

1/21

APIASF Scholarship Program

($2,500-$20,000)- For APIA students with a special focus on those in financial need and first-gen. and have placed a strong emphasis on community service and leadership as well as solid academic achievement. 

1/26

UW DO-IT Scholars Program

For  HS sophomores or juniors with disabilities. Program prepares students for their transition to college—which includes exploring careers, independence, self-advocacy, and leadership. 

1/30

Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship

Selected applicants awarded scholarships through a highly competitive national selection process, and receive full tuition, books stipend, educational fees and other financial benefits at many of the country's leading colleges and universities. Upon graduation, midshipmen are commissioned as officers in the unrestricted line Naval Reserve or Marine Corps Reserve.

1/31

American Legion National Oratorical Contest

WA will award $5,000 in scholarships to the top 4 finishers.

1/31

The USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program

Provides full tuition, employment, employee benefits, fees, books, and room and board each year for up to 4 years to selected students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in agriculture, food science, natural resource science, or a related academic discipline at one of 35 federally recognized tribal colleges and universities. 

1/31

USDA/1890 National Scholars Program

Scholarships are awarded annually and must be used at one of the 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities. Each award provides full tuition as well as room and board.

1/31

EngineerGirl Essay Contest

This essay contest is for K12 students – in grades 3 thru 12 (ages 8-18). To apply, applicants must write an original essay on a given topic related to engineering. 

2/1

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Award

($28,000)- For outstanding HS graduates who plan to earn a BA from an accredited 4-year college or university. Additional fellowships are given to JRF Scholars to pursue opportunities to work and study abroad, and for post-graduate education.

2/1

John F. & Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship Fund for Art Education

($500-$5,000) - For students ages 18 -35, pursuing a profession in visual arts & be skilled & devoted to the classical or conservative tradition.

2/1

John Lennon Scholarship

($20,000) - Three scholarships are presented annually for the best original songs.

2/4

HACER® National Scholarship

For HS seniors who plan to go to a 2- or 4-year college or university. Must have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage, have a min. 3.0 GPA, and be a legal resident.

2/5

Governor's Scholarship for Foster Youth

($2,000-$4,000)- For young adults who have been involved in foster care.

2/7

Leadership 1000 Scholarship

For HS seniors attending eligible high schools and who are planning to enroll in a WA state college or university. Scholars receive guidance and networking opportunities to ensure students graduate and achieve success.

2/7

Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship

($12,500) – For HS students with demonstrated financial need whose parents or guardians have, or had, a career in the financial services industry.

2/16

The Christophers’ Poster Contest

Open to 9-12 graders. Must create an original poster & illustrate the idea that one person can change the world for the better. $100-$1,000.

2/17

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

One award of $10,000 and two awards of $5,000 will be given to graduating HS students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. 

2/20

Association of Computer Professionals in Education Scholarship

($2,000) - For seniors who plan to study technology. Successful applicants have studied and used technology in innovative ways throughout their high school career and can demonstrate their work through a project. The project itself can take many forms.

2/21

Indian Health Services Scholarships

For qualified American Indian and Alaska Native students who plan to enter or are pursuing degrees in the health profession.

2/28

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

Open to the class of 2022 students in the United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories, regardless of citizenship status. 

2/28

Princeton Summer Journalism Program

Free residential journalism and college preparatory program for high-achieving current juniors from low-income backgrounds interested in journalism. All program expenses, including meals, housing, and transportation covered.

2/28

Financial Aid office hours every Friday till June 10th

Hello wonderful community!

We are so excited to share with you all that we will be hosting Financial Aid completion office hours every Friday Jan 21st through June 10th from 10-1:00 and 1:30-2:30. You can now join us whenever it works for you!

To join us, just register here, and come any time in the windows above!

These are a few scenarios in which we were hoping to be helpful:

If you are a student with a question and your teacher or school staff says it’s okay to hop into our zoom during school to complete your application, we are here for it.

If you are a high school and beyond coordinator or school counselor with a long list of students to support and not enough time, we are here to help you reach your goals. Feel free to connect your students with us!

If you are a parent with some time on your lunch break or have a moment throughout your day to help your student complete their FAFSA or WASFA form, we are happy to help answer your questions.

If you are a teacher and have Financial Aid completions as one of your goals, but have some tricky questions you want to ask, please join us or send your students to our office hours.

Together we can help get the word out and get as many students supported so that they have an opportunity to get grants, scholarships, and other funding for school or apprenticeship programs by completing their FAFSA or WASFA applications successfully.

Now more than ever, thanks to the Washington College Grant, more families can get free money for school! It’s our goal to make sure our students connect with those funds so that college and apprenticeship programs can be free or more affordable.

https://wsac.wa.gov/wcg

Amounts vary based on income, family size, and school or program cost. Students and families can use the financial aid calculator to estimate their potential WCG award.

Gear Up Scholarship Bulletin

SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

  • 2021-22 Poster: Create Your Future. Resources are available now that can support students as they work toward their education and career goals! Learn how students can share their story by Feb. 1 and win $100.

Scholarship

Brief Description

Due

GSBA Scholarship Fund

($8,000) – For WA students in LGBTQ+/Ally community who exhibit leadership potential, demonstrate strong academic abilities, and are actively involved in school and community organizations.

1/14

The Hamilton Award

For outstanding HS juniors for their academic, personal, and service achievements. Includes a 3-year, no student cost program that helps students get into college, transition to college, succeed while in college and transition to the post college world.

1/15

Point Foundation: College Scholarships

For HS seniors. No citizenship required. History of LGBTQ+ leadership &/or allyship. Seeking candidates w/ high academic performance.

1/18

Mas Family Scholarship

($32,000)- Must be of Cuban descent, have min. 3.5 GPA, & be financially needy.

1/21

APIASF Scholarship Program

($2,500-$20,000)- For APIA students with a special focus on those in financial need and first-gen. and have placed a strong emphasis on community service and leadership as well as solid academic achievement.

1/26

UW DO-IT Scholars Program

For  HS sophomores or juniors with disabilities. Program prepares students for their transition to college—which includes exploring careers, independence, self-advocacy, and leadership.

1/30

Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship

Selected applicants awarded scholarships through a highly competitive national selection process, and receive full tuition, books stipend, educational fees and other financial benefits at many of the country's leading colleges and universities. Upon graduation, midshipmen are commissioned as officers in the unrestricted line Naval Reserve or Marine Corps Reserve.

1/31

American Legion National Oratorical Contest

WA will award $5,000 in scholarships to the top 4 finishers.

1/31

The USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program

Provides full tuition, employment, employee benefits, fees, books, and room and board each year for up to 4 years to selected students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in agriculture, food science, natural resource science, or a related academic discipline at one of 35 federally recognized tribal colleges and universities.

1/31

USDA/1890 National Scholars Program

Scholarships are awarded annually and must be used at one of the 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities. Each award provides full tuition as well as room and board.

1/31

EngineerGirl Essay Contest

This essay contest is for K12 students – in grades 3 thru 12 (ages 8-18). To apply, applicants must write an original essay on a given topic related to engineering.

2/1

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Award

($28,000)- For outstanding HS graduates who plan to earn a BA from an accredited 4-year college or university. Additional fellowships are given to JRF Scholars to pursue opportunities to work and study abroad, and for post-graduate education.

2/1

John F. & Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship Fund for Art Education

($500-$5,000) - For students ages 18 -35, pursuing a profession in visual arts & be skilled & devoted to the classical or conservative tradition.

2/1

John Lennon Scholarship

($20,000) - Three scholarships are presented annually for the best original songs.

2/4

HACER® National Scholarship

For HS seniors who plan to go to a 2- or 4-year college or university. Must have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage, have a min. 3.0 GPA, and be a legal resident.

2/5

Governor's Scholarship for Foster Youth

($2,000-$4,000)- For young adults who have been involved in foster care.

2/7

Leadership 1000 Scholarship

For HS seniors attending eligible high schools and who are planning to enroll in a WA state college or university. Scholars receive guidance and networking opportunities to ensure students graduate and achieve success.

2/7

Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship

($12,500) – For HS students with demonstrated financial need whose parents or guardians have, or had, a career in the financial services industry.

2/16

The Christophers’ Poster Contest

Open to 9-12 graders. Must create an original poster & illustrate the idea that one person can change the world for the better. $100-$1,000.

2/17

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

One award of $10,000 and two awards of $5,000 will be given to graduating HS students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities.

2/20

Association of Computer Professionals in Education Scholarship

($2,000) - For seniors who plan to study technology. Successful applicants have studied and used technology in innovative ways throughout their high school career and can demonstrate their work through a project. The project itself can take many forms.

2/21

Indian Health Services Scholarships

For qualified American Indian and Alaska Native students who plan to enter or are pursuing degrees in the health profession.

2/28

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

Open to the class of 2022 students in the United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories, regardless of citizenship status.

2/28

Princeton Summer Journalism Program

Free residential journalism and college preparatory program for high-achieving current juniors from low-income backgrounds interested in journalism. All program expenses, including meals, housing, and transportation covered.

2/28

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