Scholarships for Rising Seniors

Hello, everyone. I'm a rising senior this year, and I was wondering if anyone knew of any scholarships that I could apply for this summer? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Response: There are numerous scholarships that rising seniors can apply for over the summer. Always start by looking for local scholarships in your area since these often have less competition. Your school counselor or a local public library may have resources to help find local scholarships.

National scholarships are also an option. Here are just a few:

1. "Voice of Democracy" Scholarship: This is an audio-essay writing contest sponsored by the VFW. It's open to students in grades 9-12. The theme changes every year, and the national winner can earn up to $30,000!

2. "Create-A-Greeting-Card" Scholarship: This contest by The Gallery Collection offers a $10,000 award. Participants are required to create the design and text of a greeting card.

3. "Coca-Cola Scholars Program": It provides 150 high school seniors each year with $20,000 scholarships. They specifically target students with strong leadership, community service, and academic achievements.

4. "John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest": It requires an essay about a US elected official who has displayed political courage. The first-place winner receives $10,000 and a trip to Boston to receive the award.

Remember, many scholarships have deadlines in fall, well before college application deadlines. Make sure you keep track of submission deadlines to avoid missing out. Also, don't forget to strategize and prioritize scholarships based on your eligibility and the potential payoff. I always encourage everyone to apply not just for the large scholarships, but also the smaller ones. They all add up and can help finance your education. Good luck with all of your applications!