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  • AAA Tidewater - J. Theron
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose parents or legal guardians are members of AAA Tidewater Virginia. Students must be U.S. citizens, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need and enroll in an accredited four-year Virginia college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • Adrienne Marie Rhudy Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,500
    January 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree at a two- or four-year college, maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 and demonstrate the ability to overcome adversity (documented in a required essay).

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • AGA Virginia Peninsula Government Accountability
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be college juniors, seniors or graduate students from Hampton Roads, Eastern Shore of Virginia, the Middle Peninsula and/or Northern Neck. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate keen interest in pursuing a public service career in government financial management and accountability, and have declared a major in a relevant field. Preference shall be given to students attending universities based in Hampton Roads.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • Alexis Jackson Memorial SOAR Scholarship
    $1,000
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Selection is based on the overall strength of the application, with special consideration given to academic achievement/progress and community involvement. Students must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Alice Mahone Business and Professional Women's Scholarship
    $2,000
    April 1
    Sponsor: Bedford Business and Professional Women

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors at a school located in Bedford County, Virginia. They must demonstrate academic achievement and must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. They must be accepted at a post-secondary institution that is not a community college. Children of Bedford Professional Women (BPW) members are ineligible. Selection is based on class rank, financial need and extracurricular activities.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, transcript and one recommendation letter are required.

    c/o Maggie M. Williamson
    Mahone Scholarship Chair
    1521 Oakwood Street
    Bedford, VA 24523

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  • Allen Mandelstamm Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 30
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree or attending a college-prep school, have maintained a GPA of at least 2.5 and submit documents confirming their financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Alphin Family Scholarship Fund
    $2,500
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be or have been graduating seniors from Rockbridge County high school who will be or are currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Appalachian Underground Corrosion Short Course Scholarship - Akron
    $3,000
    January 4
    Sponsor: National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) International Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled full-time and involved in underground corrosion control for oil and gas pipelines, particularly in cathodic protection CP and coatings. Preference is for students interning with an oil and gas pipeline operator and involved with the external corrosion control program for pipelines.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    15835 Park Ten Place
    Houston, TX 77084-5145

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  • Arlington Chamber of Commerce Scholarship
    $2,000
    February 6
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate student and community leadership as well as financial need. A minimum GPA of 2.8 is required. Students must intend on enrolling at an accredited educational institution.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Arlington Gay and Lesbian Alliance Scholarship
    $2,500
    February 6
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Gay Straight Alliance members or have documented achievements in support of Arlington Public Schools' policies of diversity, fairness and safety. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, two letters of recommendation and an essay.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Arlington's Future Scholarship
    $2,000
    February 6
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must intend on enrolling at an accredited educational institution. Preference is given to students with a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Students must submit an application, grade transcripts and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Ashby C. and John T. Pinkard Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time or part-time students at an accredited two-or four-year college, university or vocational or technical/trade school. Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and have current and/or prior work experience. Applicants must be resident of Henry County, Virginia.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Auxiliary of Radford Community Hospital/CNRVMC Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 30
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must have successfully obtained a high school diploma or a GED, and be residents of Floyd, Giles, Montgomery or Pulaski county or the city of Radford. Students should demonstrate an average or above average academic performance and submit a FAFSA demonstrating financial need to be considered.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Baron P. Deuce Braswell II Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from any Fredericksburg City or Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania or Stafford County schools. Students must have lettered in a varsity sport. Applicants must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher learning.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Barr Scholarship
    $1,000
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must have demonstrated financial need and intend on enrolling at an accredited educational institution. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Ben Burdetsky Youth-In-Action Scholarship
    $1,000
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Selection is based on demonstrated financial need, athletic involvement, community service and leadership experience. Applicants must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Benny Summerlin Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors, high school graduates or current college students from a high school in Martinsville City, Henry County or are residents there. Students must be enrolled or plan to enroll in an accredited college or university, majoring in public safety and/or public service. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Berkeley and Zelma Cundiff Scholarship Fund
    $800
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Franklin County High School. Students must be enrolled full-time in a technical school, college or university and demonstrate financial need and capacity to satisfactorily complete college-level studies.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Bettie Nichols Guthrie Scholarship Fund
    $2,000–$6,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must have graduated from or are graduating seniors from a high school in Roanoke and Salem city, Botetourt, Craig, Halifax and Roanoke County. Students must be in the top 10% of their graduating class and plan to enroll full-time in an accredited college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Betty Booker Lontz Scholarship
    $500
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from the City of Fredericksburg or Caroline, King George, Orange, Spotsylvania or Stafford County with a minimum 2.75 GPA. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher education to include two-year and four-year colleges and universities and certified trade and vocational schools.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Betty Ciampoli Oliver Scholarship
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Hampton Roads residents who attended Woodstock Elementary School in Virginia Beach for a minimum of three years, graduated from high school with a minimum 2.8 GPA and will attend a two-year or four-year college or university. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • Betty Merrill Scholarship for Excellence in Latin
    At least $500
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors at James Monroe High School who studied Latin.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Beverly W. and Mabel Tudor Grogan Scholarship Fund
    $1,000 – $2,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduate or graduating seniors of Patrick County High School. Preferences are given to students entering the medical field.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Bill Lontz Science Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from James Monroe High School. Students must be nominated by the science department to apply for this award.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Brandon Thomas Lawn Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at a high school in Stafford, Virginia with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must demonstrate experience on a scholastic wrestling team and plan to attend a two- or four-year accredited college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Brian Conner Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at any Spotsylvania County high school. Students must verify participating and lettering in cross country or long-distance track. Applicants must demonstrate qualities of leadership and plans to attend an institution of higher learning, which may be a two-year or four-year college or vocational school.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Bryan William Thomas Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Glenvar High School who have participated in high school athletics for three years. Students must enroll full-time in a college or university and demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Captain Earle Worley Scholarship
    $2,000
    March 7
    Sponsor: Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of public or private high schools in Virginia who plan to enroll in an accredited two-year or four-year public or private high school in Virginia, the following academic year. Students must be planning to study aeronautics, aerospace, aviation or related engineering.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    3409 Moore Street
    Richmond, VA 23230

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  • Carolyn and Bill Franck Scholarship Fund
    $500 – $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors of a school in Henry County or Martinsville City with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must enroll full-time or part-time at a college or university, technical or vocational school. Students must demonstrate financial need and academic ability.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Carville M. Akehurst Memorial Scholarship
    Up to $3,500
    June 1
    Sponsor: Horticultural Research Institute

    Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled full-time in a landscaping or horticultural program at a two- or four-year accredited institution and be residents of Maryland, Virginia or West Virginia.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    80 M Street SE
    Washington, DC 20003

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  • Cave Spring Lions Club Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Roanoke Valley high schools. Students must enroll full-time in college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Celebrate Cherie Scholarship
    $5,000
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    Sponsor: The Community Foundation for Northern Virigina

    Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun or Prince William Counties. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    2940 Hunter Mill Road
    Suite 201
    Oakton, VA 22124

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  • Central Virginia Scholarship
    $5,000-$15,000
    March 7
    Sponsor: Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from state-accredited high schools in Central Virginia who plan to enroll in an accredited private four-year college or university the following academic year.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    3409 Moore Street
    Richmond, VA 23230

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  • Charity League of MHC Scholarship
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a high school in Henry County or Martinsville City or are previous recipients of the Charity League Scholarship. Students must submit a recommendation form filled out by their guidance counselor.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Charles M. and Elizabeth S. Munnecke Scholarship
    Up to $5,000
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Arlington residents with financial need who attended an Arlington Public High School for at least their junior and senior years. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Chris Ross Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at Spotsylvania High School. Students must demonstrate plans to attend two-year or four-year colleges or universities or trade schools.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Christi Crutchfield Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $750
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Northside High School or Lord Botetourt High School. Students must enroll full-time in a four-year college or university and demonstrate academic capability. Financial need will be considered.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Christine and Will Dickinson Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 at Chancellor High School in Spotsylvania County. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an accredited community college or a four-year accredited college or university. Applicants must demonstrate strong community service.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • CITY School Foundation Scholarship Fund
    $300
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Patrick Henry High School or William Fleming High School who demonstrate academic capability and passion for community service. Students must enroll full-time in a college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Civic Federation 911 Scholarship
    $1,000
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be either graduating seniors or have deferred college enrollment for one year. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Students must be the children of uniformed public safety employees or dispatchers who have worked for Arlington County for at least 10 years, retired, been permanently disabled on the job or killed in the line of duty.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Clarence M. Gillis Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $500
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Patrick Henry High School or William Fleming High School with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must enroll full-time at an accredited college or university and demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Clarissa Edwards Noland Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,500
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a high school located in Botetourt County or Roanoke County or the Cities of Roanoke or Salem. Students must enroll in an accredited college or university and demonstrate academic capability and an interest in teaching or creative writing.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Clay and Elsie Williams Rural Conservation Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors from King George County High School or be a home-schooled student residing in King George County with a minimum 2.7 GPA. Students must demonstrate plans to attend a four-year college or university, a community college or a vocational/technical school. Preference will be given to students with a rural or agricultural background and from those who have circumstances or financial need that create obstacles to further education.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Community Scholarship Fund
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from the following counties in Virginia: Caroline, Fredericksburg, King George, Spotsylvania or Stafford. Students must demonstrate financial need or barriers to accessing higher education.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Craig "Cujo, Jr." Bennett Scholarship
    $500
    March
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from the following: Caroline County, City of Fredericksburg, King George County, Spotsylvania County or Stafford County. Students must demonstrate efforts to overcome a significant hardship.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Crittenden R. Sullivan, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from James Monroe High School with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an accredited undergraduate college or any vocational/technical or business program which results in a degree or certificate. Applicants must show a demonstrated work ethic exemplified by a balance of academics, sports and extra-curricular activities during high school.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • David Roller Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $500
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Patrick Henry High School or William Fleming High School. Students must enroll in an accredited college or university, majoring in art. Students must demonstrate artistic and scholastic merit and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Davis B. and Barbara J. Francis Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a high school located in the Roanoke Valley who plan to pursue a degree in technical theatre or performing arts. Students must enroll in an accredited college or university or career/technical school. Applicants must have made significant contributions to the theatre arts program at their school.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Denise L. Sprinkle Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from James River High School or Lord Botetourt High School. Students must enroll in an accredited college, university or technical/trade school and demonstrate financial need and other merits. Preference is given to those majoring in secondary education.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Diana Love Legacy Instrumental Music Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must provide documentation that confirms their financial need and evidence of their commitment to high school symphonic and marching bands and musicianship.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Dianne E. H. Wilcox Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 12
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Virginia residents. Students must enroll full-time in an accredited two- or four-year college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Dick Glover Virginia Wrestling Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    March 7
    Sponsor: Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of public or private high school in Virginia who plan to enroll in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university the following academic year. Students must be, or must have been, active members of Virginia Wrestling Association (VAWA) during their high school years. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, community commitment, and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    3409 Moore Street
    Richmond, VA 23230

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  • Dixie Boys Baseball Scholarship Program
    $1,250
    April 1
    Sponsor: Dixie Boys Baseball

    Eligibility: Applicants must plan to pursue undergraduate studies at a college or university. An application, financial statement, two recommendation letters, proof of baseball participation, transcript and essay are required. Selection is based on class rankings, strong school and community leadership and financial need. Programs are in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 8263
    Dothan, AL 36304

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  • Dixie Youth Scholarship Program
    $2,000
    March 1
    Sponsor: Dixie Youth Baseball Inc.

    Eligibility: Applicants must have been registered on a Dixie Youth Baseball team participating in a franchised Dixie Youth Baseball Inc. league prior to reaching age thirteen. Selection is based on financial need, scholastic record and citizenship. Programs are located in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

    How to apply: Contact your local league officials or a district, state or national director for an application, and applications are also available online.

    Johnny Berthelot, Chairman Scholarship Committee
    110 South Bolivar Street
    Suite 207
    Marshall, TX 75670

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  • Dolan Family Nursing Scholarship
    $5,000
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Arlington high schools or currently attending college. Students must have demonstrated financial need. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Applicants must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Donald E. Sly, M.D. and Madeline H. Sly Medical Scholarship
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be students from Virginia in need of financial aid to pursue a career in medicine or health care at an accredited Virginia two-year college, four-year college, vocational, or medical school. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • Donn and Michael Marston Scholarship
    $1,000
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must not be recipients of a full college athletic scholarship. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application, with special consideration given to student's contributions to their school's athletic programs. Students must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Dorothy and Julien Meyer, Sr., M.D. Scholarship Fund
    $350
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from any Roanoke Valley high school who demonstrate financial need and academic capability. Students must enroll in an accredited college or university to pursue premedical studies.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Douglas T. and Helen L. Gray Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors who are highly motivated or high achieving from King George County High School. Students must plan to attend an institution of higher learning including two-year or four-year colleges or universities or plan to pursue any skilled trade, vocational or technical education certification or degree. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Dr. Robert A. Pruner Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Patrick Henry High School who have played football for at least two years. Students must enroll full-time in an accredited college or university and demonstrate academic capability and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • E. Price Ripley Memorial Foundation Fund
    $2,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from the Roanoke Valley who enrolled full-time in an accredited higher education or specialized training program. Students must demonstrate financial need and scholastic achievement.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Eddie Simpson Scholarship Fund
    $1,500
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a high school in the foundation's service area. Students must enroll in a two- or four-year college or university and demonstrate academic ability and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Edwin K. Mattern, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $2,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a high school in Roanoke Valley. Students must demonstrate academic capability and financial need. Applicants must enroll in an accredited college or university intending to major in engineering, architecture or closely-related fields.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Epperly Family Fund
    $500
    January 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate an average academic performance which does not exceed a 3.2 GPA. Students are required to submit a FAFSA demonstrating financial need. Applicants who maintained a job during high school are preferred.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Eric Sutphin Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $500
    January 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must provide documentation that confirms financial need and maintain a GPA of at least 2.5. Note that selection criteria shows a preference toward students whose officer-parent serves in Montgomery County.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Ethel Snidow Holland Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,000 – $3,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a high school in Roanoke and Salem city, or Botetourt, Craig, Franklin and Roanoke county. Students must enroll in an accredited four-year institution of higher education or vocational school and demonstrate academic capability.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Evelyn Rutrough Memorial Scholarship
    $500
    January 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must provide documentation that confirms financial need, maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 and provide evidence of their having strength of character.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Frances Parker Rupert Memorial Fund for Music and the Performing Arts
    $2,400
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a high school in Alleghany, Bath, Covington County or Clifton Forge. Students must enroll full-time in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in music or performing arts. Financial need will be considered.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Frank D. Bo Shrader Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $800
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors or graduates from Bath County high school living in Bath county. Students must attend a program, college, technical school in the vocational arts and desire to return to Bath County upon completion of those studies.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Frank Fang Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Chinese or Chinese-American students from anywhere in Hampton Roads (including the Peninsula and Gloucester County) who plan to attend a four-year college or university. Students must demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and exceptional potential in the areas of citizenship and leadership.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • Frank W. (Bo) Rogers Scholarship Fund
    $500 – $2,500
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Roanoke Valley high school. Students must nerollin an accredited college or university and demonstrate a strong commitment to volunteer service and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Franklin County Ed-U-K8or Scholarship Fund
    Varies
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors or college students whose parent(s) is/are employed by Franklin County Public Schools. Students must demonstrate financial need and academic merit. Students must enroll in an accredited college, university or technical/trade school.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Franklin County High School Scholarship Fund
    $3,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Franklin County high school or have graduated within the last 3 years. Students must enroll in a Virginia community college and demonstrate academic capability and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Gantsoudes Scholarship Fund
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Dan River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of George Washington High School attending college in North Carolina or Virginia. Students must be enrolled full-time.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    541 Loyal Street
    Danville, VA 24541

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  • Gary Wagner, K3OMI, Scholarship
    $1,000
    January 10
    Sponsor: American Radio Relay League Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must have an amateur radio license of Novice Class or higher. Students may be pursuing a bachelor's degree in any field of engineering. They must be residents of one of the following states: North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland or Tennessee. Preference will be given to students with financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    225 Main Street
    Newington, CT 06111-1494

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  • George A. and Lucy Mae Scott Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at James Monroe High School. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • George D. Taylor Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from the City of Fredericksburg or Stafford County with a minimum 2.75 GPA. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher education including two-year and four-year colleges and universities and certified trade and vocational schools.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Gilbert-Thompson Memorial Award Fund
    $500
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Alleghany County high school. Students must enroll in an accredited institution and demonstrate commitment to their church, school and community.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Glencarlyn / Carlin Springs Scholarship
    $1,500
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must have attended Glencarlyn or Carlin Springs Elementary School for at least 3 years and have demonstrated financial need. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Grace Lovegrove Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,600
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Patrick Henry high school with a minimum 3.3 GPA. Students must participate in school athletics and demonstrate good leadership through school, church or community service. Applicants must enroll in an accredited college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Granville P. Meade Scholarship
    $2,000
    March 3
    Sponsor: Virginia Department of Education

    Eligibility: Students must have been born in Virginia, and they must plan to attend a public or private Virginia school. They must demonstrate financial need, academic achievement, extracurricular activities and good character. Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 2120
    Richmond, VA 23218

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  • H.B. and Ellen B. Wharton Scholarship Fund
    $1,000 – $3,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Roanoke city or Roanoke county high school. Students must enroll in an accredited college or university and demonstrate financial need. Preferences are given to students of Christian Scientist faith and those attending Virginia Tech and/or Virginia State teachers'colleges.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Hampton Roads Pride Scholarship
    Varies
    May 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Pride

    Eligibility: Applicants must be students who self-identify as LGBTQ+ and/or allies who are enrolled in accredited programs at a college, university or community college.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 41082
    Norfolk, VA 23541-1082

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  • Hank Holloway Virginia Green Lawn Care Scholarship
    $2,500
    March 7
    Sponsor: Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors, recent high school graduates or adult learners who are current employees or the children of current employees of Virginia Green Lawn Care. Students must reside in Virginia and demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    3409 Moore Street
    Richmond, VA 23230

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  • HBCU Sustainable Communities Initiative Scholarship
    Up to $5,000
    June 30
    Sponsor: United Negro College Fund (UNCF)

    Eligibility: Applicants must be African American U.S. citizens enrolled full-time as college undergraduate juniors. Students must attend an UNCF member institution in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee or Virginia, be majoring in STEM, business or sustainability related disciplines and have a minimum 2.8 GPA. Applicants are required to complete the FAFSA.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    1805 7th Street NW
    Washington, DC 20001

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  • Helen F. Dickson Scholarship Fund
    $2,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Alleghany or Covington high school. Students must enroll full-time in a college or university and stand in the top 25% of their class. Candidates must demonstrate financial need, good citizenship and participation in student activities.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Homer O. Amos Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $2,000 – $5,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Roanoke City high school who show academic/other merits. Students must enroll in an accredited college or university. Preferences are given to those with financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Hooker Educational Scholarship Fund
    $4,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be children or spouses of Hooker Furniture Corporation full-time employees who have been with the company for more than 2 years. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, demonstrate academic capability and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Hooker Educational Scholarship Fund (Expanded)
    Up to $4,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be undergraduate students in Henry county or Martinsville city with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must demonstrate academic capability and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Horace A. Revercomb, Jr. Memorial Scholarship for the Continuing Study of Music
    $500
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from King George High School and have successfully completed at least two years of music courses or other accredited programs. Students must have participated in both curricular and extracurricular music activities and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must indicate a desire to pursue a major or minor course of study in music at the undergraduate level.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Ian and Jalen Brown Legacy Scholarship
    $1,000
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Spotsylvania High School with a minimum GPA of 3.0 for university-bound students or 2.5 for career technical students. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher learning. Applicants must display a positive impact in their community or amongst their peers.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Ira and Gladys West Scholarship
    $1,000
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from King George County with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must be highly motivated or high achieving and pursue degrees in mathematics or other STEM related fields. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and plans to attend an institution of higher learning.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Irene Miller Memorial Nursing Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Caroline County. Students must have attended Caroline High School for not less than one full academic year or hold a GED or equivalency. Applicants must plan to pursue a career in nursing.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Jacob Sprinkle Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    February 1
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors in Lee County of Virginia and Claiborne County of Tennessee. Students must plan to pursue a career in pediatric healthcare, education or ministry.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    3833 Cleghorn Avenue
    Suite 400
    Nashville, TN 37215

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  • James 2:26 Fund
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be students earning a bachelor's degree at a public college or university located in Virginia. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to students living in public or subsidized housing.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • James and Mary Dawson and Donald Malcolm MacArthur Scholarship
    $7,500
    April 30
    Sponsor: St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC

    Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in their third or fourth year at a U.S. or Scottish institution or be a full-time graduate student. Students must be of Scottish birth or decent or U.S. citizens who maintain permanent residence in the District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, West Virginia, Pennsylvania or Virginia. Selection is based on academic achievement, financial need and overall strength of the application.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 9171
    1443 Laurel Hill Road
    Alexandria, VA 22304

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  • Jean L. Price Scholarship Fund
    $1,000 – $5,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Roanoke Valley and enroll full-time in an accredited institution. Students must demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Jeremy Daniel Hawley Skilled Trades and Technical Education Fund
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors attending Fredericksburg Christian, King George High School or an equivalent King George County home school student. Students must intend to pursue any skilled trade, vocational or technical education certification or degree program and have a "C" or better overall grade point average.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Jerome Evenson Scholarship
    $3,000
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must have demonstrated financial need. Preference is given to students who plan on pursuing a career in science teaching. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Jesse T. Bonney Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be female Virginia residents under the age of 26. Preference for students from South Hampton Roads.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • Jim Barker Scholarship Fund
    $3,500
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from high school within the Boys and Girls Clubs of SWVA service area. Students must enroll in an accredited college or university. Applicants must be member of the club for at least 2 years.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Jim Gwazdauskas Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,500
    January 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to personal and intellectual growth through the pursuit of education a post-secondary trade or technical school, two- or four-year college or university. Students must maintain good academic standing, although it will not be a determining factor for selection. Applicants must submit a FAFSA demonstrating financial need and may have the opportunity to receive a second year of funding for maintaining good academic standing and achieving matriculation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarships
    $500-$5,000
    February 7
    Sponsor: Jimmy Rane Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or college freshmen or sophomores who are residents of Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 for high school seniors or 2.75 for college students. Selection is based on academic excellence, community involvement, leadership skills, awards and honors and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 40
    Abbeville, AL 36310

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  • Joel C. and Elizabeth L. Hall Educational Fund
    $2,000 - $10,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be students enrolled in an accredited four-year United Methodist Church-related college or university with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • John and Sue Trimble Family Scholarship Fund
    $6,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Bath County high school. Students must enroll full-time in an accredited career, technical school, college or university. Students must demonstrate academic capability.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • John C. Neal Scholarship
    At least $500
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from any Fredericksburg City or Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania or Stafford County schools with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher learning including two-year or four-year colleges or universities or vocational schools. Applicants must demonstrate significant service to their community.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • John R. Lillard VAOC Scholarship
    $3,000
    March 1
    Sponsor: Virginia Department of Aviation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Virginia high school seniors who have an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher. They must be accepted into or enrolled in an aviation-related program at an accredited postsecondary institution and must have plans to pursue a career in aviation. Selection is based on academic merit, personal essay, leadership skills and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, personal essay, official transcript, verification of college acceptance or enrollment, list of extracurricular activities and up to three recommendation letters are required.

    VAOC Scholarship
    Attn: Betty Wilson
    5702 Gulfstream Road
    Richmond, VA 23250-2422

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  • John W. Wilks, M.D. Excellence in Science Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,250 – $1,600
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Roanoke Valley high school who plan to enroll in an accredited college, university or technical/trade school to enroll in the medical field, or graduate students continuing education in this field. Students must demonstrate financial need and academic capability.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Joseph Waskey Gilbert Memorial Fund
    $850
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors who will pursue some form of higher education full-time. Students must be active members of the Falling Springs Presbyterian Church for at least one year prior to graduation, participate in FSPC Youth Fellowship and FPSC Sunday school class for one year with a 50% attendance record.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Joyce and Shad Solomon Family Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Bath County high school. Students must enroll in an accredited college or university. Academic achievements, financial need and team sports participation will be considered.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Joycelyn Fudgie Lee Farrelly Music Education Scholarship Fund
    $800
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Roanoke Valley high school or be Roanoke Valley residents pursuing their higher education. Students must demonstrate academic capability and their intentions to pursue a music or music education career. Students must enroll full-time in an accredited college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Juanita Shelor Hall Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate good academic achievement and submit a FAFSA proving financial need to be considered.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Kaiser Permanente Health Equity Scholarship
    $5,000
    June 30
    Sponsor: United Negro College Fund (UNCF)

    Eligibility: Applicants must be current high school graduates who plan to enroll full-time as first-year college students at a U.S.-located, four-year accredited, not-for-profit college or university or two-year accredited, not-for-profit community college. Students must reside in one of the following areas: California, Colorado, Washington D.C., Georgia, Maryland, Oregon, Virginia or Washington. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be interested in pursuing a clinical or non-clinical career path in the healthcare industry. Students must complete the FAFSA and demonstrate unmet financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    1805 7th Street NW
    Washington, DC 20001

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  • Kar F. Gong Memorial Scholarship
    $2,000
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must have demonstrated financial need. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Kay Orr Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors at Stafford High School with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to those students who document involvement in business or vocational education and who have expressed intent to pursue a degree in business or a vocation, but all eligible Stafford High School seniors may apply.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Kelsey Nicole Cooper Scholarship Fund
    $500 – $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors or have graduated from a high school in Henry County or Martinsville City. Students must enroll in an accredited college or university and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Candidates must demonstrate strong commitment to Martinsville Henry County community.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Kenneth D. Twitchell Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $2,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be children of employees of Branch & Associates Inc. Their parents must have worked full-time for the company for at least one year and students must demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Kenneth T. Whitescarver III Memorial Scholarship
    $1,000
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from James Monroe High School with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher learning including two-year four-year colleges or universities or vocational schools.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Kent Nutrition Group Inc. FFA Scholarship
    $1,000
    January 12
    Sponsor: National FFA Organization

    Eligibility: Applicants must be working toward a degree in one of the following fields: animal science, animal nutrition, dairy science, poultry science, equine/equestrian science, agriculture, agricultural science, agricultural business management, economics, finance or marketing and sales. Applicants must attend college in and be residents of one of the following states: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia or West Virginia. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 68960
    6060 FFA Drive
    Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960

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  • King George High School Sports Hall of Fame Scholarship
    $1,000
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from King George County Schools and have lettered in one or more junior varsity or varsity sports programs. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher learning including two-year or four-year colleges or universities or vocational schools.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • L. Phil and Alice J. Wicker Scholarship
    $2,000
    January 10
    Sponsor: American Radio Relay League Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must have at least a general ham radio license, be residents of and attending school in the ARRL Roanoke Division (North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia) and be undergraduate or graduate students in electronics, communications or another related field.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. Completed applications must be submitted by mail.

    225 Main Street
    Newington, CT 06111-1494

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  • LaPrade Educational Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate financial need and academic capability. Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA. Preferences are given to students from Martinsville City, Henry, Franklin and Pittsylvania County.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Lee Wingate Pappandreou Drama Award
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of James Monroe High School. Students must have participated in the drama program at James Monroe High School for at least two years.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Leo Bourassa Scholarship
    $500-$3,000
    April 1
    Sponsor: Virginia Lakes and Watersheds Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Virginia residents and students in good standing at an accredited college or university in the state. They must complete at least two semesters of undergraduate study by the award date. They must also be full-time undergraduate or full- or part-time graduate students enrolled in curriculum related to water resources.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    VLWA Scholarship Committee
    CH2M HILL
    5701 Cleveland Street, Suite 200
    Virginia Beach, VA 23462

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  • Leslie Richardson Memorial Swan and Sparrow Scholarship Fund
    $3,000
    March 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation for Northern Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors from Washington, D.C.; Virginia; or North Carolina with a minimum 3.0 GPA who have been accepted into an HBCU to study musical performance, jazz studies or choral conducting.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    2940 Hunter Mill Road
    Suite 201
    Oakton, VA 22124

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  • Lester Educational Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrate academic capability. Financial need is not required but will be considered. Preferences are given to those from Martinsville City or Henry, Franklin County.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • LGBT Youth Leadership Awards
    $5,000
    June 2
    Sponsor: Sexual Minority Youth Assistance League (SMYAL)

    Eligibility: Applicants must be aged 24 or younger, self-identify as LGBTQ+ and have either attended high school or completed a GED in the DC Metro Area. Students must be starting their first semester of post-secondary education (two- or four-year college, university, trade school, technical school, etc.) by fall.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    410 7th Street SE
    Washington, DC 20003

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  • Lillian Day School Spirit Scholarship
    $1,000
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years of active participation in extracurricular activities. A minimum GPA of 3.5 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Linda Sowder Barnhart Memorial Scholarship Fund
    Varies
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Franklin County high school who attended Sontag Elementary school for at least 2 years. Students must show academic capability and enroll in an accredited four-year college, university, career, technical/trade school. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and a commitment to community service.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Louise and Sam McGhee Scholarship Fund
    $1,000 – $2,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from James River high school who enroll in an accredited two or four-year college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Macy's Scholarship
    $2,500
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Applicants must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Margaret Jones Irvin Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Virginia residents who enroll full-time in an accredited college or university. Students must submit their Student Aid Report.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Marie Mandelstamm Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must provide documentation that confirms their financial need and must maintain a GPA of at least 3.0, particularly in the sciences.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Marion Senior High School Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $500
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Marion Senior high school who enroll full-time in an accredited college or university. Students must pursue a degree in music, art, performing arts or education with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must demonstrate academic capability, music, art abilities and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Marjorie D. Buynak Scholarship
    $5,000
    February 6
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Arlington residents with demonstrated financial need. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • Martha S. Daltan Scholarship
    $6,000
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors attending one of the following high schools: James Monroe High School, Louisa County High School or Spotsylvania High School. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher learning or pursue a skilled trade, vocational or technical education certification or degree. Applicants must be planning to study one of the following fields: health and physical education, marketing, health sciences, pre-law or engineering. Students must demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Martinsville Kiwanis Club-J. Lawson Dyer Key Club Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at Martinsville high school with a preference given to Key Club members. Students must demonstrate scholastic achievement and good citizenship.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Mary Ann King Peters Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    February 7
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must provide documentation that confirms their financial need, plus evidence that demonstrates solid academic achievement (enabling admission into a post-secondary program), good character (including leadership qualities) and an intention toward self-improvement via education.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Mary B. and Perry A. Thompson Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from the City of Fredericksburg or Spotsylvania or Stafford County with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher education including two-year and four-year colleges and universities and trade and vocational schools. Preference will be given to students for whom financial need or other circumstances create barriers to further education.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Mary Carter Frackelton Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from the City of Fredericksburg or Caroline, King George, Orange, Spotsylvania or Stafford County with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must plan to attend an institution of higher education including two-year and four-year colleges and universities and trade and vocational schools. Preference may be given to seniors planning to attend a community college.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Mary E. Berger Scholarship
    Varies
    March
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled at any high school from the Virginia cities of Fredericksburg and Lynchburg or the counties of Caroline, King George, Stafford, Spotsylvania and Orange and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must demonstrate strong academic work, participation in school extra-curricular activities and leadership in school activities and community service. Applicants must have plans to attend an institution of higher learning, which may be a two-year or a four-year college or university or professional school and pursue studies in art, music, history, political science, English, journalism or related liberal arts subjects.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Mary Graham Lasley Scholarship Competition
    Varies
    March 11
    Sponsor: Symphony Orchestra League of Alexandria

    Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate music students who are Virginia, Maryland or Washington, DC residents or students at colleges, universities or conservatories in Virginia, Maryland or Washington, DC. Students must be 25 years of age or younger. Prior first place winners may not reenter.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, resume and $25 entry fee are required.

    2121 Eisenhower Avenue
    Suite 608
    Alexandria, VA 22314

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  • Mary Macon McGuire Scholarship
    $2,500
    March 15
    Sponsor: General Federation of Women's Clubs of Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be a female head of household and a resident of Virginia. Students must be currently enrolled in a course of study at an accredited Virginia school. Students must submit an essay and three letters of recommendation. Applicants must show financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 8750
    Richmond, VA 23226

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  • Mary Marshall Nursing Scholarship for Registered Nurses
    Varies
    April 15
    Sponsor: Virginia Department of Health

    Eligibility: Applicants must enroll in an approved school of nursing in the state of Virginia. Students must be residents of the state of Virginia for at least one year. Applicants must submit a one-page summary of their intended use for this award, their activities, skills and future plans to practice as registered nurses in Virginia after graduation. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Students must demonstrate their level of financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    109 Governor Street, Suite 714
    ATTN: Workforce Incentive Program
    West Richmond, VA 23219

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  • Melva Dulaney Wright Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $250
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Cave Spring high school or graduating seniors who are employees or children of employees of Integrated Textile Solutions. Candidates must enroll full-time in an accredited college or university. Students must demonstrate academic capability and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Melva P. Jones Scholarship Fund
    $650
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from William Byrd high school. Students must enroll full-time in an accredited college or university. Students must demonstrate academic capability. Financial need is not required but will be considered.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Member One Federal Credit Union Henry Lee Memorial Scholarship
    $1,500
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors who are current Member One members. Students must plan to enroll in a Virginia college or university as four-year students and have exceptional academic achievement.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Member One Federal Credit Union Richard L. Dick Williams Memorial Scholarship
    $5,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors who are current Member One members. Students must plan to enroll in a Virginia college or university as four-year students and have exceptional academic achievement. Students must have participated in an athletic varsity sport for at least two semesters in high school.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Memorial Scholarship Fund for Social Work Education
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduate students in social work who are residents of Virginia. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • MFP Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled at an accredited college or university or a vocational or technical school in Virginia. Students must demonstrate academic capability.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Michael David Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,000 – $2,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from James River high school who enroll in a higher education institution. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Preferences are given to Learning Disabled students.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Michael Dean Guilliams Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,200
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors who demonstrate good academic achievements in their career and technical field. Students must be pursuing a career within this profession.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Middle School Essay Contest
    $50-$250
    December 21
    Sponsor: American Legion, Department of Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be middle school students and write an essay on an assigned topic. The essay should be written at the student's desk during school time and will be evaluated based on originality, sincerity and the student's ability to communicate meaning.

    How to apply: Applications are available online and from sponsoring Posts.

    1708 Commonwealth Avenue
    Richmond, VA 23230

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  • Mimi Hart Memorial Police Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors, high school graduates or current college students who are children or grandchildren of an employee of the Martinsville City Police Department. Employees must have been employed for at least 5 years or were employed for 10 years. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrate academic capability.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Molly Gill Memorial Scholarship
    $1,369
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors with a physical disability from any high school within the counties of Caroline, King George, Prince William, Stafford or Spotsylvania or the City of Fredericksburg. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an accredited community college or a four-year college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • N.R. Burroughs Educational Award
    $1,000–$9,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors or current college students residing within a 200-mile radius of Henry Country Circuit Court for the entire scholarship period. Students must enroll in an accredited college or university and have a minimum 2.0 GPA. Students must have a maximum income of $100,000 if there is one student attending college, $115,000 if there are two students attending college.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • NACA South Student Leadership Scholarships
    Varies
    November 30
    Sponsor: National Association for Campus Activities

    Eligibility: Students must hold a significant campus leadership position, demonstrate significant leadership skills and abilities and make significant contributions through on- or off-campus volunteering. Students must attend school in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia or Puerto Rico.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    13 Harbison Way
    Columbia, SC 29212

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  • National Honor Society Felton Pendleton Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from George Wythe high school and enroll or be accepted to an institution of higher learning. Students must have strong moral character and have outstanding scholastic ability. Financial need is not a requirement but will be considered.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Northrop Grumman Scholarship
    $4,500
    January 31
    Sponsor: Society of Women Engineers

    Eligibility: Scholarships are available for students living in each of Maryland's 23 counties, one scholarship for a student living in the city of Baltimore and two scholarships for applicants living in specific counties/communities from the following states: Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, New York, Ohio, Utah or Virginia. Applicants must have a minimum composite SAT score of 1150 or ACT score of 27 and a minimum GPA of 3.5.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    130 East Randolph Street
    Suite 3500
    Chicago, IL 60601

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  • Pat Howe Jr. Health Care Scholarship
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be students from South Hampton Roads and the Peninsula who are enrolled in an accredited post-secondary certificate, diploma, or degree program at a nonprofit institution in Hampton Roads and studying nursing, physical therapy, radiography or other allied health profession. Students must have completed at least one-half of the program requirements. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • Paul E. Neri Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from James Monroe High School with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must demonstrate athletic achievement in at least one sport by submitting verification of participation and lettering in the sport. Applicants must have plans to attend an institution of higher learning including two-year or four-year colleges or universities or vocational schools.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Peter D. Johnson Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from one of the following counties: Caroline, King George, Orange, Spotsylvania or Stafford or the City of Fredericksburg. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an accredited undergraduate college or university located within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Phillip Charles Flip Reid Scholarship Fund
    $500
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Alleghany high school who attend a four-year college or university. Students must have participated in little league baseball and have been on the Alleghany high school baseball team.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Phyllis V. Roberts Scholarship
    $1,000
    March 15
    Sponsor: General Federation of Women's Clubs of Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Virginia residents and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students will need to submit a short essay explaining why they have chosen an undergraduate or graduate degree in the field of agricultural sciences, animal and poultry sciences, wildlife conservation or forestry. Applicants should have a goal of helping to address food insecurity in our communities.

    How to apply: Application is available online and must include three letters of reference, a college verification of GPA, a resume and the short essay.

    P.O. Box 8750
    Richmond, VA 23226

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  • Pickard Educational Scholarship Fund
    Up to $1,000
    November 30 (spring consideration); May 31 (fall consideration)
    Sponsor: Del-Mar-Va Council, Boy Scouts of America

    Eligibility: Applicants must be registered members of the Del-Mar-Va council. Students must complete the application and include a paragraph on how their Scouting experience has impacted them.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Pickard Scholarship Staff Advisor
    100 West 10th Street, Suite 915
    Community Service Building
    Wilmington, DE 19806

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  • Plummer Family Scholarship
    $2,000
    January 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must provide documentation that confirms their financial need and participation in extracurricular activities as well as evidence indicative of good moral character. Students must also maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 and submit an essay in which they explain the contributions their education will enable them to make.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • R.C. and Betsy Williamson Scholarship
    $3,500
    March 7
    Sponsor: Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors attending public or private high schools in the central Virginia area who plan to enroll in an accredited two-year or four-year college, community college, university or trade school the following academic year. Students must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    3409 Moore Street
    Richmond, VA 23230

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  • Rangeley Educational Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrate academic capability. Financial need is not required but will be considered. Preferences will be given to students from Martinsville and Henry County.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Rev. Douglas T. Pinkard Memorial Scholarship
    $500
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a public or private Spotsylvania County or City of Fredericksburg high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher learning including two-year or four-year colleges or universities or professional schools. Applicants must demonstrate active involvement in academic work, school activities and community service.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Richard C. Hayden Family Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from King George High School who have lettered in one or more junior varsity or varsity sports program. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher learning including two-year or four-year colleges or universities or vocational schools.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Robert H. Bradley, Jr. Memorial Golf Scholarship
    $500
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from the City of Fredericksburg or the counties of Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania, Stafford or Clifton Forge, Virginia. Students must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher education and significant involvement in the game of golf.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Romero Family Scholarship Fund
    Varies
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be students pursuing their post-high school education in the fields of either technical, vocational, academic or professional education. Preferences are given to students from Henry, Franklin County and Martinsville City.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Ronald L. Mayfield, Jr. Scholarship Fund
    $650
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from either Patrick Henry or William Fleming high school. Students must have been enrolled in the English Language Learners program and currently enroll in an accredited college or university. Students must demonstrate financial need and academic capability.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Sam and Tristan Pilson Memorial Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Bassett high school in Bassett, Virginia. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrate commitment to learning, leading and serving. Students must be enrolled or plan to enroll in an accredited college, university, vocational or technical/trade school

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Samuel Bo Terry Scholarship Fund
    $500–$1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Roanoke City Public School who enroll full-time in a two- or four-year institution of higher education. Students must demonstrate academic capability, financial need and involvement in the school and community.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Scholarship Fund for Craig County High School Students
    $2,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be or have been graduating seniors from Craig County high school. Students must enroll or be enrolled in an accredited institution of higher learning and demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • School of ACE Scholarship
    $2,500
    April 21
    Sponsor: School of ACE Scholarship

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors, high school graduates or current college undergraduates who plan to enroll in part-time or full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicants must reside in the following states: Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Scholarship America
    One Scholarship Way
    Saint Peter, MN 56082

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  • Seay Family Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors from any City of Fredericksburg or Spotsylvania County high school or a home-schooled student in the City of Fredericksburg or Spotsylvania County with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must attend and be a member of a Christian church. Applicants must demonstrate plans to attend a community college, a four-year college or university or vocational school.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • ShackLAX Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Stafford County public school with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must have participated in the junior varsity or varsity lacrosse program or "school-endorsed" club lacrosse team. Applicants must demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher learning including two-year or four-year colleges or universities or vocational schools.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Sofia Silva Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from any Fredericksburg, Stafford or Spotsylvania County school with a minimum 3.3 GPA. Students must show significant involvement in a Christian church and exhibit the qualities of hard work, honesty, trustworthiness, reverence, cleanliness and friendship.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Sophie's Live Out Loud Award
    $5,000
    June 2
    Sponsor: Sexual Minority Youth Assistance League (SMYAL)

    Eligibility: Applicants must be aged 24 or younger, self-identify as LGBTQ+ and have either attended high school or completed a GED in the DC Metro Area. Students must be starting their first semester of post-secondary education (two- or four-year college, university, trade school, technical school, etc.) by fall.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    410 7th Street SE
    Washington, DC 20003

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  • Southeast Desalting Association (SEDA) Scholarship
    $2,500
    April 25
    Sponsor: Southeast Desalting Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be upper-level undergraduates with over 65 credit hours or graduate students enrolled in an accredited institution located within SEDA’s region (North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Florida or Kentucky). Students must be currently majoring in an area related to the drinking water or wastewater industries with a minimum 2.5 GPA.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    354 NW Alice Avenue
    Stuart, FL 34994

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  • St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC Scholarship
    Varies
    April 30
    Sponsor: St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC

    Eligibility: Applicants must be of Scottish birth or descent and be able to cite their Scottish descent. U.S. citizens must be permanent residents of the District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, West Virginia, Pennsylvania or Virginia. Students must also demonstrate financial need and academic achievement. Attention will be given to work that enhances the "knowledge of Scottish history or culture."

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Chairman, Scholarships Committee
    P.O. Box 7849
    Washington, DC 20044

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  • St. Andrew's Society Scholarship Fund
    Varies
    April 30
    Sponsor: St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC

    Eligibility: Applicants must be of Scottish or Scottish-American descent. Students must be entering their third or fourth year enrolled in a U.S. or Scottish college or university. Full-time graduate students may also apply. Scholarship recipients are based on financial need. U.S. applicants must maintain their permanent residence in Mid-Atlantic region (Washington DC, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Virginia). Generally 5-10 awards are granted each year, totaling in excess of $20,000.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 9171
    1443 Laurel Hill Road
    Alexandria, VA 22304

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  • Step by Step Scholarship
    $1,500
    April 30
    Sponsor: Tronfeld West & Durrett

    Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Virginia and be a high school senior or current college student at a two-year or four-year college or university. Students must submit a short video or essay explaining their dreams for the future, goals along the way, steps to attain those goals and possible setbacks and resolutions along the way.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4020 West Broad Street
    Richmond, VA 23230

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  • Steven Snyder Memorial Scholarship Fund for Colonial Forge
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at Colonial Forge High School with a minimum 3.6 GPA. Students must demonstrate plans to attend a four-year accredited college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Steven Snyder Memorial Scholarship Fund for North Stafford
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at North Stafford High School with a minimum 3.6 GPA. Students must demonstrate plans to attend a four-year accredited college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Sue Blackwell Scholarship Fund
    $2,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who are currently members of Roanoke Valley Aquatic Association (RVAA). Students must enroll in an accredited instituion of higher learning and demonstrate academic capability and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • T. Scott Eaton Scholarship Fund
    $500
    January 30
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Floyd, Giles, Montgomery or Pulaski county or the city of Radford. Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and submit a FAFSA demonstrating financial need to be considered.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Tara Welch Gallagher Environmental Scholarship
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time and part-time graduate students from the Hampton Roads Sanitation District service area studying environmental health, environmental chemistry, biology or civil or environmental engineering at a public Virginia university. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • Tidewater District Scholarship
    Varies
    November 18
    Sponsor: Associated General Contractors of Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or full-time students enrolled in a construction, engineering or design curriculum at an accredited college or university or currently enrolled in a construction-related course in a vocational school or career development program. Students must be continuing their education during the next academic year to be eligible.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    11950 Nuckols Road
    Glen Allen, VA 23059

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  • Troutville Volunteer Fire Department Scholarship Fund
    $1,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors residing in Botetourt County. Students must plan to pursue a degree as a first responder and show academic or other merits. Students must enroll in an accredited college, university, technical or trade school, demonstrate academic capability and commitment to community service.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Valerie and Allen Kitchens Family Scholarship
    $1,000
    February
    Sponsor: Arlington Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must have demonstrated financial need and intend on taking at least 12 credits at a community college. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, grade transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and two letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4601 N Fairfax Drive
    Suite 1050
    Arlington, VA 22203

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  • VCTA Virginia's Future Leaders Scholarship Program
    Varies
    March 30
    Sponsor: Virginia Cable Telecommunications Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Virginia residents. They must be attending or plan to attend a Virginia two- or four-year undergraduate program. Financial need is required.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    1111 East Main Street
    Suite 802
    Richmond, VA 23219

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  • VHSL Achievement Award
    $1,500
    March 15
    Sponsor: Virginia High School League

    Eligibility: Students must be from a Virginia high school in Group 1A through 6A. Applicants must show participation in VHSL activities and other school or community activities. They must have at least a 3.0 GPA.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    1642 State Farm Boulevard
    Charlottesville, VA 22911

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  • Victor A. and Louise R. Lester Educational Award
    $3,000 – $4,000
    January 13
    Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate academic capability. Students must enroll in an accredited college, university, vocational, technical or trade school located in Virginia. Preferences are given to those planning to attend a Baptist or church-related school and those from Martinsville City, Henry County. Financial need is not a requirement but will be considered.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 1159
    Roanoke, VA 24006

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  • Virginia Commonwealth Award
    Up to full tuition
    June 30
    Sponsor: State Council of Higher Education for Virginia

    Eligibility: Undergraduate applicants must be admitted to a Virginia public two- or four-year college or university, be enrolled at least half-time, be residents of Virginia, be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens and demonstrate financial need. Graduate applicants must be enrolled full-time in an eligible Virginia graduate degree program. The selection process varies by school.

    How to apply: Application instructions are available by request from the student's financial aid office.

    101 N. 14th Street
    10th Floor
    James Monroe Building
    Richmond, VA 23219

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  • Virginia Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships
    $2,500
    January 12
    Sponsor: Virginia Daughters of the American Revolution

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors and U.S. citizens who are sponsored by a Virginia DAR chapter. They may pursue an undergraduate degree in any field except nursing at any Virginia college or university.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, letter of sponsorship, written statement, transcript, financial need form and letter of recommendation are required.

    DAR Scholarship Committee
    Anne E. Starling, State Chairman
    2308 Krossridge Court
    North Chesterfield, VA 23236

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  • Virginia Eye Foundation
    Varies
    March 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be students from the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC metropolitan statistical area (including Camden, Currituck and Gates Counties in North Carolina) who seek for undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate education at a technical school, college, university, medical school or school of optometry including vocational and two-year degree accredited institutions. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to students obtaining degrees related to ophthalmology, optometry and vision sciences.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • Virginia Guaranteed Assistance Program
    Up to full tuition
    As soon as possible after October 1
    Sponsor: State Council of Higher Education for Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must have graduated from a Virginia high school with at least a 2.5 GPA, and they must be enrolled full-time in a two-year or four-year college in the state. Students must be classified as dependents. Preference will be given to students with the greatest financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available at college financial aid offices.

    101 N. 14th Street
    10th Floor
    James Monroe Building
    Richmond, VA 23219

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  • Virginia High School League Charles E. Savedge Journalism Scholarship
    $500
    March 1
    Sponsor: Virginia High School League

    Eligibility: Applicants must be active members of a high school newspaper, yearbook or other publication. Students must be in their senior year and have plans to study journalism in college.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    1642 State Farm Boulevard
    Charlottesville, VA 22911

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  • Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Fellowship
    $4,000-$8,000
    November 3
    Sponsor: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

    Eligibility: Graduate students can be either artists or art history majors. Professional artists must not be attending a degree program at the time of application or during the award period. Students and professionals must be legal residents of Virginia at the time of application and have lived in Virginia for 12 consecutive months.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Education & Statewide Partnerships Division
    200 North Boulevard
    Richmond, VA 23220

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  • Virginia Part-Time Assistance Program
    Up to full tuition
    June 30
    Sponsor: State Council of Higher Education for Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Virginia residents. They must attend a school in Virginia's community college system part-time (one to eight credit hours per term) and must demonstrate financial need. Selection is based on financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available from the student's financial aid office. An application form and supporting materials are required.

    101 N. 14th Street
    10th Floor
    James Monroe Building
    Richmond, VA 23219

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  • Virginia Ruff Scholarship for Continuing Education
    $1,000
    June 30
    Sponsor: Bedford Business and Professional Women Ruff Scholarship

    Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens who have been residents of Bedford County, Virginia for at least the past two years. They must be pursuing higher education in order to re-enter the job market, to become economically self-sufficient or to advance their current careers. They must be accepted into an accredited degree program and demonstrate financial need. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, personal essay, financial need information and two recommendation letters are required.

    P. O. Box 316
    Bedford, VA 24523

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  • Virginia Sheriffs' Institute Scholarship
    Varies
    May 1
    Sponsor: Virginia Sheriffs' Institute

    Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of an eligible Virginia locality. They must be accepted or enrolled at a Virginia college or university and must be majoring in or planning to major in criminal justice. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, transcript, letter of recommendation from applicant's local sheriff, personal essay, proof of college acceptance (incoming freshmen only) and standardized test scores (incoming freshmen only) are required.

    951 East Byrd Street
    Suite 905
    Richmond, VA 23219

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  • Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant Program
    Up to $12,500 per year
    July 31
    Sponsor: State Council of Higher Education for Virginia

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Virginia residents and enrolled full-time as undergraduate, graduate or professional school students at an eligible private, non-profit Virginia postsecondary institution. Applicants who are enrolled in a religious or theological degree program are ineligible as are graduate students who are enrolled in a degree program that is not related to health care. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.

    How to apply: Applications are available by request from the student's college financial aid office. An application form and supporting materials are required.

    101 N. 14th Street
    10th Floor
    James Monroe Building
    Richmond, VA 23219

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  • Walton Mahon Scholarship
    Varies
    March 5
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors from any Caroline County High School or a home-schooled student residing in Caroline County with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must demonstrate plans to attend a community college or a four-year college or university. Financial need is considered.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • Warren Lloyd Holtzman Freedom Scholarship Fund
    $1,018
    January 30
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree or attending vocational school, maintain a GPA of at least 2.5, submit documents confirming their financial need and submit an essay that ponders aspects of operating within a free-enterprise system.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Willcox Savage Scholarship
    Varies
    May 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be African American/Black law students or other historically marginalized racial or ethnic groups who are long-time Virginia residents enrolled in a juris doctor program. Preference shall be given to first-year law students, students attending a law school in Virginia, and/or students from Hampton Roads. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • William and Susanna Botts Scholarship for Immigrants
    $1,000
    March
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from any Planning District 16 area high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must be immigrants or refugees to America and may have documented status, deferred status or undocumented status. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, plans to attend an institution of higher learning or plans to pursue any skilled trade, vocational or technical education certification or degree or similar business program.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Millrace North
    725 Jackson Street
    Suite 114
    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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  • William F. Miles Scholarship
    Varies
    April 1
    Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be students from Hampton Roads who are preparing for leadership in a field of religious service. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and demonstrate financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    101 W. Main Street
    Suite #4500
    Norfolk, VA 23510

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  • Wings Fund
    $1,000
    January 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must provide documentation that confirms financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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  • Woodrow and Elma Turman Scholarship Fund
    $500
    January 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the New River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must have a strong commitment toward self-improvement via education, as well as demonstrated financial need. Note that academic achievement, although significant, is not a deciding factor for the selection committee.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 6009
    Christiansburg, VA 24068

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