National Speaking Association Scholarships
$5,000
Introduction
This year the NSA Foundation (NSAF) will award as many as six scholarships of $5,000 each. These awards support students with demonstrated public-speaking ability or those planning to pursue a career that relies on public speaking. Since 1989 the Foundation has been granting scholarships annually; to date it has distributed more than $500,000 to help students reach their educational goals while encouraging service to the communities where they study, work and live.
Eligibility
To be considered for a 2026 NSAF scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a full-time student as defined by your college or university,...
Introduction
This year the NSA Foundation (NSAF) will award as many as six scholarships of $5,000 each. These awards support students with demonstrated public-speaking ability or those planning to pursue a career that relies on public speaking. Since 1989 the Foundation has been granting scholarships annually; to date it has distributed more than $500,000 to help students reach their educational goals while encouraging service to the communities where they study, work and live.
Eligibility
To be considered for a 2026 NSAF scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a full-time student as defined by your college or university,...
National Italian American Foundation Scholarships
$12,000
Overview
Since its establishment, the National Italian American Foundation has distributed over $10,000,000 in scholarship aid, made possible by the support of the Italian American community. Each year NIAF manages close to 200 individual scholarships, with awards ranging from $2,500 up to $12,000, available to Italian American students pursuing a wide array of academic fields.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for NIAF scholarship awards, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Maintain a current NIAF membership. Memberships remain active for one year from the registration date and are non-refundable. A student may use the membership of a parent, guardian, or...
Overview
Since its establishment, the National Italian American Foundation has distributed over $10,000,000 in scholarship aid, made possible by the support of the Italian American community. Each year NIAF manages close to 200 individual scholarships, with awards ranging from $2,500 up to $12,000, available to Italian American students pursuing a wide array of academic fields.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for NIAF scholarship awards, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Maintain a current NIAF membership. Memberships remain active for one year from the registration date and are non-refundable. A student may use the membership of a parent, guardian, or...
Ruth Lilly and Dorothy Sargent Rosenberg Poetry Fellowships
$27,000
Overview
The Poetry Foundation grants five Ruth Lilly and Dorothy Sargent Rosenberg Poetry Fellowships each year. These awards—among the largest for emerging poets in the United States—provide $27,000 to support outstanding U.S. poets who are between 21 and 31 years old.
History
The fellowships were founded in 1989 by Indianapolis philanthropist Ruth Lilly and were enlarged in 2013 through a gift from the Dorothy Sargent Rosenberg Memorial Fund.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be between the ages of 21 and 31 in 2026. If you turn 21 or are 31 at any time in 2026, you are eligible to apply.
-...
Overview
The Poetry Foundation grants five Ruth Lilly and Dorothy Sargent Rosenberg Poetry Fellowships each year. These awards—among the largest for emerging poets in the United States—provide $27,000 to support outstanding U.S. poets who are between 21 and 31 years old.
History
The fellowships were founded in 1989 by Indianapolis philanthropist Ruth Lilly and were enlarged in 2013 through a gift from the Dorothy Sargent Rosenberg Memorial Fund.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be between the ages of 21 and 31 in 2026. If you turn 21 or are 31 at any time in 2026, you are eligible to apply.
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Hawaii Ukulele College Scholarships
$2,000
About the scholarship
This award is provided by Ukulele Festival Hawaii, a nonprofit established in 2004. The organization’s mission is to raise public appreciation for the ukulele as an instrument capable of virtuoso performance and to support Hawai‘i’s arts and culture through education, college scholarships, and the free annual Ukulele Festivals.
Award amount
$2,000
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating high school senior who resides in Hawaii.
- Must have been accepted to an accredited college or university.
- Must demonstrate a genuine passion for the ukulele.
- Must exhibit good character and a record of meaningful community service.
Application...
About the scholarship
This award is provided by Ukulele Festival Hawaii, a nonprofit established in 2004. The organization’s mission is to raise public appreciation for the ukulele as an instrument capable of virtuoso performance and to support Hawai‘i’s arts and culture through education, college scholarships, and the free annual Ukulele Festivals.
Award amount
$2,000
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating high school senior who resides in Hawaii.
- Must have been accepted to an accredited college or university.
- Must demonstrate a genuine passion for the ukulele.
- Must exhibit good character and a record of meaningful community service.
Application...
Public Relations Student Society Scholarships
$32,000
Introduction
The PRSA Foundation supports the development of future public relations professionals by providing scholarships, fellowships, grants and awards. Many opportunities are available to PRSSA chapter members as well as to undergraduate and graduate students across the United States and internationally. Below is a reorganized summary of current programs, eligibility notes, award amounts, and internship components where applicable.
Eligibility overview
- PRSSA-only opportunities: Programs restricted to active PRSSA chapter members or recent graduates.
- Open to all students: Awards and fellowships available to a wider student pool (undergraduate and/or graduate), often with preferences for BIPOC, first-generation, LGBTQ, or regionally based...
Introduction
The PRSA Foundation supports the development of future public relations professionals by providing scholarships, fellowships, grants and awards. Many opportunities are available to PRSSA chapter members as well as to undergraduate and graduate students across the United States and internationally. Below is a reorganized summary of current programs, eligibility notes, award amounts, and internship components where applicable.
Eligibility overview
- PRSSA-only opportunities: Programs restricted to active PRSSA chapter members or recent graduates.
- Open to all students: Awards and fellowships available to a wider student pool (undergraduate and/or graduate), often with preferences for BIPOC, first-generation, LGBTQ, or regionally based...
Bodie McDowell Scholarship
$5,000
Introduction
The Outdoor Writers Association of America (OWAA) provides financial support for students pursuing careers in outdoor communication through scholarships and fellowships. Below is information specific to the Bodie McDowell Scholarship, including who is eligible, what the selection looks for, award amounts, and how to apply.
Bodie McDowell Scholarship
Established in memory of former OWAA President Bodie McDowell, this scholarship is presented annually to at least three students. Award amounts vary each year, with individual grants typically ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.
Eligibility
- Open to qualified undergraduate and graduate students.
- Applicants must be studying or pursuing work in...
Introduction
The Outdoor Writers Association of America (OWAA) provides financial support for students pursuing careers in outdoor communication through scholarships and fellowships. Below is information specific to the Bodie McDowell Scholarship, including who is eligible, what the selection looks for, award amounts, and how to apply.
Bodie McDowell Scholarship
Established in memory of former OWAA President Bodie McDowell, this scholarship is presented annually to at least three students. Award amounts vary each year, with individual grants typically ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.
Eligibility
- Open to qualified undergraduate and graduate students.
- Applicants must be studying or pursuing work in...
Iowa Uncommon Student Award
$10,000
Applications for the 2026 program are open. Overview The Herbert Hoover Uncommon Student Award is a $10,000 scholarship for Iowa high school juniors that recognizes students with strong motivation and community focus. The award—named for Herbert Hoover, Iowa native and the 31st President of the United States—selects about 15 Iowa juniors who design and carry out their own projects that reflect the public-service values Hoover modeled. Academic records, test scores, essays, and financial need are not part of the evaluation. Each of the roughly 15 finalists receives $1,500 in cash when the program concludes. From those finalists, four students may...
Applications for the 2026 program are open. Overview The Herbert Hoover Uncommon Student Award is a $10,000 scholarship for Iowa high school juniors that recognizes students with strong motivation and community focus. The award—named for Herbert Hoover, Iowa native and the 31st President of the United States—selects about 15 Iowa juniors who design and carry out their own projects that reflect the public-service values Hoover modeled. Academic records, test scores, essays, and financial need are not part of the evaluation. Each of the roughly 15 finalists receives $1,500 in cash when the program concludes. From those finalists, four students may...
Jack Kinnaman Memorial Scholarship
$3,500
Introduction
The NEA-Retired Jack Kinnaman Scholarship Fund was created to honor Jack Kinnaman, who served as NEA-Retired Vice President. After his passing, his family asked that a scholarship be established in his memory, launching a long-term support program for students preparing to enter the education profession.
Background and growth
The scholarship began in 2002 with a single $1,000 award. Thanks to ongoing contributions from NEA-Retired members, the program has expanded substantially. This year the Fund is able to provide five scholarships of $3,500 each.
Purpose
NEA-Retired members recognize that college expenses extend well beyond tuition. Costs such as textbooks, housing,...
Introduction
The NEA-Retired Jack Kinnaman Scholarship Fund was created to honor Jack Kinnaman, who served as NEA-Retired Vice President. After his passing, his family asked that a scholarship be established in his memory, launching a long-term support program for students preparing to enter the education profession.
Background and growth
The scholarship began in 2002 with a single $1,000 award. Thanks to ongoing contributions from NEA-Retired members, the program has expanded substantially. This year the Fund is able to provide five scholarships of $3,500 each.
Purpose
NEA-Retired members recognize that college expenses extend well beyond tuition. Costs such as textbooks, housing,...
Scholarship For Journalism Diversity
$20,000
The Scholarship for Journalism Diversity Honoring Julie Schoo provides a $5,000 award for one academic year. Established in the name of Julie Schoo, the former executive director of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, the scholarship aims to attract talented aspiring journalists who will increase the diversity of the American news media. The $5,000 grant may be renewed for up to three additional years, for a maximum of $20,000 to assist with educational costs.
Eligibility requirements:
- Current high school seniors applying for admission to an accredited college or university in the United States.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0....
The Scholarship for Journalism Diversity Honoring Julie Schoo provides a $5,000 award for one academic year. Established in the name of Julie Schoo, the former executive director of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, the scholarship aims to attract talented aspiring journalists who will increase the diversity of the American news media. The $5,000 grant may be renewed for up to three additional years, for a maximum of $20,000 to assist with educational costs.
Eligibility requirements:
- Current high school seniors applying for admission to an accredited college or university in the United States.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0....
AMBUCS Scholars
$6,000
Introduction
Since 1955, National AMBUCS, Inc. has provided scholarships for students training in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech‑language pathology, and audiology. To date, the organization has awarded more than $10 million to over 16,757 students.
Who may apply
- Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate-level program accredited by the appropriate professional authority for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech‑language pathology, or audiology.
- Assistant-level or undergraduate programs are not eligible.
- Selection criteria include demonstrated financial need, commitment to the local community, evidence of character (compassion and integrity), and clear career objectives.
- Applications that are sponsored by a volunteer...
Introduction
Since 1955, National AMBUCS, Inc. has provided scholarships for students training in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech‑language pathology, and audiology. To date, the organization has awarded more than $10 million to over 16,757 students.
Who may apply
- Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate-level program accredited by the appropriate professional authority for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech‑language pathology, or audiology.
- Assistant-level or undergraduate programs are not eligible.
- Selection criteria include demonstrated financial need, commitment to the local community, evidence of character (compassion and integrity), and clear career objectives.
- Applications that are sponsored by a volunteer...
AFDO Scholarships
$2,500
Introduction
In 1981, the Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) used surplus funds from the 75th Anniversary celebration of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act to create a scholarship program. From that fund the George M. Burditt Scholarship and the Betsy B. Woodward Scholarship were established, each providing $2,500 annually to a deserving student entering their third year of college in the United States. A third $2,500 award, the Denise C. Rooney Scholarship, was added in June 2008 and is also presented annually to a qualified student entering their third year of undergraduate study in the U.S.
Eligibility
Applicants...
Introduction
In 1981, the Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) used surplus funds from the 75th Anniversary celebration of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act to create a scholarship program. From that fund the George M. Burditt Scholarship and the Betsy B. Woodward Scholarship were established, each providing $2,500 annually to a deserving student entering their third year of college in the United States. A third $2,500 award, the Denise C. Rooney Scholarship, was added in June 2008 and is also presented annually to a qualified student entering their third year of undergraduate study in the U.S.
Eligibility
Applicants...
Usrey Family Scholarship
$1,500
Usrey Family Scholarship — overview
The Usrey Family Scholarship honors a multigenerational dedication to horticulture and leadership in the green industry. Created by the Usrey family, this fund supports students preparing for careers in the green industry and seeks to foster ongoing involvement in the profession. The scholarship continues the family’s history of promoting education, opportunity, and professional development as cornerstones of a resilient ornamental horticulture sector.
HRI Scholarship Program — summary
The HRI Scholarship Program is composed of several donor-established funds, each reflecting specific donor interests. To simplify the process, HRI uses a single common application that allows eligible...
Usrey Family Scholarship — overview
The Usrey Family Scholarship honors a multigenerational dedication to horticulture and leadership in the green industry. Created by the Usrey family, this fund supports students preparing for careers in the green industry and seeks to foster ongoing involvement in the profession. The scholarship continues the family’s history of promoting education, opportunity, and professional development as cornerstones of a resilient ornamental horticulture sector.
HRI Scholarship Program — summary
The HRI Scholarship Program is composed of several donor-established funds, each reflecting specific donor interests. To simplify the process, HRI uses a single common application that allows eligible...
