When are most scholarship applications due?

I'm a bit confused about the timeline for scholarship applications. Can anyone share when the majority of scholarship applications are typically due? Trying to organize my calendar for the upcoming season.

Typically, many scholarships have deadlines that range from the fall of your senior year in high school through the spring before you start college.

A majority of scholarship deadlines align with the college application cycle. For instance, several big-name scholarships, like the Coca-Cola Scholars Program and the Dell Scholars Program, usually have their deadlines in the fall (often October through December). However, some larger scholarship programs may close even earlier with late summer or early fall deadlines.

Several smaller, local scholarships have deadlines in the winter and early spring (January to April). These may be run by local businesses, organizations, or your high school.

It's essential to keep in mind these are just generalizations and scholarship deadlines can vary considerably. Therefore, once you identify potential scholarships you'd like to apply for, I recommend adding the specific deadlines to your calendar and setting reminders for about a month before the due date. This will allow adequate time for you to craft a well-thought-out application.

Also, remember to keep checking scholarship databases throughout the year so you don't miss out on any opportunities. I wish you the best of luck with your scholarship applications!