CWFC Scholarships
$5,000
Overview
The Construction Workforce Foundation of Colorado (managed by the Colorado Contractors Association, CCA) awards annual scholarships to students who intend to pursue careers in heavy-highway, municipal, and utility construction. Awards typically range from $1,000 to $5,000.
Who should apply
- Students who will be entering their junior or senior year of college next fall and are enrolled in a construction-related program at a Colorado university or trade school.
- Preference is given to applicants pursuing career paths in heavy-highway, municipal, or utility construction.
Preferred schools
While the Foundation primarily supports students at the Colorado School of Mines, Colorado State...
Overview
The Construction Workforce Foundation of Colorado (managed by the Colorado Contractors Association, CCA) awards annual scholarships to students who intend to pursue careers in heavy-highway, municipal, and utility construction. Awards typically range from $1,000 to $5,000.
Who should apply
- Students who will be entering their junior or senior year of college next fall and are enrolled in a construction-related program at a Colorado university or trade school.
- Preference is given to applicants pursuing career paths in heavy-highway, municipal, or utility construction.
Preferred schools
While the Foundation primarily supports students at the Colorado School of Mines, Colorado State...
Robert G. Porter Scholars Program
$8,000
Overview
The program provides four renewable postsecondary scholarships of $8,000 each (paid over the course of degree completion) for students who are dependents of American Federation of Teachers (AFT) members. In addition, the program awards ten one-time grants of $1,000 to AFT members to support continuing education or to help fund proposals aimed at strengthening and expanding their union.
About the Award’s Namesake
The Robert G. Porter Scholars awards honor Robert G. Porter, who served as the AFT’s secretary-treasurer from 1963 until 1991. Porter devoted his career to defending workers’ rights, advancing civil rights and helping ensure the union served...
Overview
The program provides four renewable postsecondary scholarships of $8,000 each (paid over the course of degree completion) for students who are dependents of American Federation of Teachers (AFT) members. In addition, the program awards ten one-time grants of $1,000 to AFT members to support continuing education or to help fund proposals aimed at strengthening and expanding their union.
About the Award’s Namesake
The Robert G. Porter Scholars awards honor Robert G. Porter, who served as the AFT’s secretary-treasurer from 1963 until 1991. Porter devoted his career to defending workers’ rights, advancing civil rights and helping ensure the union served...
David Barrett Memorial Scholarship
$12,000
Overview
The ASID Foundation administers scholarships created to sustain and grow expertise in targeted areas of design and to support research efforts by ASID members.
David Barrett Memorial Scholarship — Key Information
- Award amount: $12,000
- Application window: February 15 to April 15, 2027
- Frequency: Awarded every two years
Purpose and Eligibility
The David Barrett Memorial Scholarship honors exceptional undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in an accredited interior design program of at least three years’ duration. Candidates should show a sustained interest and proven ability to work with classical design principles—aligned with Greek and Roman traditions—and to incorporate...
Overview
The ASID Foundation administers scholarships created to sustain and grow expertise in targeted areas of design and to support research efforts by ASID members.
David Barrett Memorial Scholarship — Key Information
- Award amount: $12,000
- Application window: February 15 to April 15, 2027
- Frequency: Awarded every two years
Purpose and Eligibility
The David Barrett Memorial Scholarship honors exceptional undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in an accredited interior design program of at least three years’ duration. Candidates should show a sustained interest and proven ability to work with classical design principles—aligned with Greek and Roman traditions—and to incorporate...
Joel Polsky Academic Achievement Award
$5,000
Joel Polsky Prize — $5,000
Application period: February 15 to April 15, 2026
Overview
The Joel Polsky Prize is awarded annually to honor exceptional scholarly work in interior design communicated through print or digital media. The prize recognizes contributions that serve the needs of the public, design professionals, and students, and it targets topics such as educational research, behavioral science, business practice, the design process, theory, or related technical areas. Submissions may take a variety of forms, including but not limited to books, white papers, blog series, and videos. This award is made possible by the Polsky Fund.
Who should...
Joel Polsky Prize — $5,000
Application period: February 15 to April 15, 2026
Overview
The Joel Polsky Prize is awarded annually to honor exceptional scholarly work in interior design communicated through print or digital media. The prize recognizes contributions that serve the needs of the public, design professionals, and students, and it targets topics such as educational research, behavioral science, business practice, the design process, theory, or related technical areas. Submissions may take a variety of forms, including but not limited to books, white papers, blog series, and videos. This award is made possible by the Polsky Fund.
Who should...
Ohio EPA Scholarships
$5,000
Overview
These are merit-based, one-time scholarships for undergraduate students enrolled at an Ohio public or private college, university, or community college who can demonstrate both knowledge of and commitment to careers in environmental science or environmental engineering. Applicants must be entering either their junior or senior year. Recipients are chosen by a panel appointed by the Academy. Funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, books, personal protective equipment, tools, instruments, and field equipment; housing costs are not eligible.
More information, including a list of prior recipients and the topics of their projects, is available on the Ohio EPA website. All...
Overview
These are merit-based, one-time scholarships for undergraduate students enrolled at an Ohio public or private college, university, or community college who can demonstrate both knowledge of and commitment to careers in environmental science or environmental engineering. Applicants must be entering either their junior or senior year. Recipients are chosen by a panel appointed by the Academy. Funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, books, personal protective equipment, tools, instruments, and field equipment; housing costs are not eligible.
More information, including a list of prior recipients and the topics of their projects, is available on the Ohio EPA website. All...
James Madison Memorial Teaching Fellowships
$24,000
Introduction
Congress established the James Madison Fellowships to honor James Madison’s legacy and to promote study of the Constitution—its origins, framing, principles, and evolution—by supporting graduate work leading to a master’s degree. While enrolled in graduate programs, Fellows deepen their knowledge of constitutional government and bring that understanding back into secondary classrooms. The program also helps Fellows build professional networks that often shape their future teaching careers, ensuring that Madisonian principles continue to inform civic life.
Who may apply
- Applicants compete only against other candidates from the state of their legal residence.
- To be eligible you must:
-...
Introduction
Congress established the James Madison Fellowships to honor James Madison’s legacy and to promote study of the Constitution—its origins, framing, principles, and evolution—by supporting graduate work leading to a master’s degree. While enrolled in graduate programs, Fellows deepen their knowledge of constitutional government and bring that understanding back into secondary classrooms. The program also helps Fellows build professional networks that often shape their future teaching careers, ensuring that Madisonian principles continue to inform civic life.
Who may apply
- Applicants compete only against other candidates from the state of their legal residence.
- To be eligible you must:
-...
ASM Undergraduate Scholarship Program
$10,000
Introduction
The ASM Action in Education Committee oversees the Undergraduate Scholarship Program. The following explains the eligibility requirements, application procedure, selection criteria, and important deadlines that apply to all ASM undergraduate scholarships.
Eligibility (all of the following must be met)
- Be a member of ASM International or a Material Advantage student member.
- Have an intended or declared major in metallurgy or materials science and engineering. Students in closely related science or engineering majors may be considered if they show a strong academic focus and clear interest in materials science.
- Have completed at least one year of college....
Introduction
The ASM Action in Education Committee oversees the Undergraduate Scholarship Program. The following explains the eligibility requirements, application procedure, selection criteria, and important deadlines that apply to all ASM undergraduate scholarships.
Eligibility (all of the following must be met)
- Be a member of ASM International or a Material Advantage student member.
- Have an intended or declared major in metallurgy or materials science and engineering. Students in closely related science or engineering majors may be considered if they show a strong academic focus and clear interest in materials science.
- Have completed at least one year of college....
Indiana State Teachers Association Career Scholarship
$1,000
Career Scholarship — 2026
Deadline/Listing Ends: Sun, Mar 1, 2026 — 9:00 PM
Overview
This $1,000 Career Scholarship is awarded each year to a public high school senior who is a dependent of a current ISTA member. Recipients may apply to renew the award for up to three consecutive years, provided they continue to meet the eligibility criteria and submit the required transcript each year.
Who may apply
- Public high school seniors who are dependents of active ISTA members.
Award and renewal
- Amount: $1,000, granted annually.
- Renewal: The scholarship can be renewed for three consecutive years if...
Career Scholarship — 2026
Deadline/Listing Ends: Sun, Mar 1, 2026 — 9:00 PM
Overview
This $1,000 Career Scholarship is awarded each year to a public high school senior who is a dependent of a current ISTA member. Recipients may apply to renew the award for up to three consecutive years, provided they continue to meet the eligibility criteria and submit the required transcript each year.
Who may apply
- Public high school seniors who are dependents of active ISTA members.
Award and renewal
- Amount: $1,000, granted annually.
- Renewal: The scholarship can be renewed for three consecutive years if...
Illinois AMVETS Scholarships
$2,000
Submit applications by March 1, 2026. Introduction The Illinois AMVETS and the Illinois AMVETS Service Foundation have a long history of supporting veterans through education awards. The Veterans Scholarship program was created to help Illinois veterans pursue postsecondary training and to offset education-related costs. Eligibility - Must be a veteran with a permanent Illinois address. - Must have been honorably discharged. - Must be enrolled part-time or full-time at an accredited 2‑year or 4‑year college/university, or at a vocational/technical school. Award details - Awards vary each year depending on available funding. - Individual awards are up to $2,000. - Scholarship...
Submit applications by March 1, 2026. Introduction The Illinois AMVETS and the Illinois AMVETS Service Foundation have a long history of supporting veterans through education awards. The Veterans Scholarship program was created to help Illinois veterans pursue postsecondary training and to offset education-related costs. Eligibility - Must be a veteran with a permanent Illinois address. - Must have been honorably discharged. - Must be enrolled part-time or full-time at an accredited 2‑year or 4‑year college/university, or at a vocational/technical school. Award details - Awards vary each year depending on available funding. - Individual awards are up to $2,000. - Scholarship...
Gesa Credit Union Scholarships
$5,000
Overview Gesa Credit Union provides scholarship opportunities in four distinct categories: - High School Credit Union - Entering Freshman - Continued Education - Student Loan Repayment If you have questions, email scholarships@gesa.com. Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year are being accepted now through February 28, 2026. (Note: the annual deadline for submissions is February 28 each year.) High School Credit Union Scholarships Gesa sets aside $80,000 for high school seniors who participate in the High School Credit Union program. Awards are available to both High School Interns and Student Tellers. High School Interns who finish their internship year are guaranteed...
Overview Gesa Credit Union provides scholarship opportunities in four distinct categories: - High School Credit Union - Entering Freshman - Continued Education - Student Loan Repayment If you have questions, email scholarships@gesa.com. Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year are being accepted now through February 28, 2026. (Note: the annual deadline for submissions is February 28 each year.) High School Credit Union Scholarships Gesa sets aside $80,000 for high school seniors who participate in the High School Credit Union program. Awards are available to both High School Interns and Student Tellers. High School Interns who finish their internship year are guaranteed...
Washington Apple Education Foundation Scholarships
$6,000
Introduction
The Washington Apple Education Foundation (WAEF) is a nonprofit dedicated to helping students connected to Washington’s tree fruit sector pursue postsecondary education in any field—whether at a four-year university, community college, or vocational/technical program. Our scholarship funds are provided by local tree fruit businesses and individuals who want to invest in students from tree fruit families.
About WAEF
WAEF serves as a central resource for scholarship opportunities and complementary supports designed to promote student success. In addition to distributing scholarship awards, we provide mentoring, career-readiness programming, and other supports aimed at helping recipients persist, graduate on time, and transition...
Introduction
The Washington Apple Education Foundation (WAEF) is a nonprofit dedicated to helping students connected to Washington’s tree fruit sector pursue postsecondary education in any field—whether at a four-year university, community college, or vocational/technical program. Our scholarship funds are provided by local tree fruit businesses and individuals who want to invest in students from tree fruit families.
About WAEF
WAEF serves as a central resource for scholarship opportunities and complementary supports designed to promote student success. In addition to distributing scholarship awards, we provide mentoring, career-readiness programming, and other supports aimed at helping recipients persist, graduate on time, and transition...
FRA Scholarships
$5,000
Introduction FRA is committed to supporting the educational futures of service members, veterans and their families. Alongside its long history of advocating for expanded DoD and VA education benefits, the FRA Education Foundation was created in 2009 to directly assist students pursuing postsecondary education. Scholarship Program Overview The Foundation operates a robust scholarship program that awards up to $5,000 per recipient to help cover costs for trade schools, community colleges, four-year institutions and graduate programs. Each year the Foundation awards roughly $90,000 in scholarships. Selection is based on demonstrated financial need, academic performance, and qualities of character and leadership. Eligibility...
Introduction FRA is committed to supporting the educational futures of service members, veterans and their families. Alongside its long history of advocating for expanded DoD and VA education benefits, the FRA Education Foundation was created in 2009 to directly assist students pursuing postsecondary education. Scholarship Program Overview The Foundation operates a robust scholarship program that awards up to $5,000 per recipient to help cover costs for trade schools, community colleges, four-year institutions and graduate programs. Each year the Foundation awards roughly $90,000 in scholarships. Selection is based on demonstrated financial need, academic performance, and qualities of character and leadership. Eligibility...
