30+ Scholarships with August 2025 Deadlines

The following scholarships include opportunities for high school students, undergraduate, graduate school, and adult students.

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1st Financial Bank Financial Goals Scholarship. This is a monthly scholarship open to US residents aged 18 and older who are planning to enroll or are currently enrolled in a college degree program. This is an essay-based scholarship that centers around the importance of incorporating financial literacy into one’s college career. The deadline is the last day of every month. Award of $2000. 

Achieve Today Scholarship. This scholarship is open to current college students aged 18 and older who are willing to create a video about overcoming obstacles through the use of personal development principles. Award is $2000. Deadlines are August 31st and December 31st. 

ADHDAdvisor’s Mental Health Advocate Scholarship. This scholarship is open to high school seniors, and current undergraduate and graduate students committed to helping others with emotional and mental health support. Award is $1000. Deadline is August 1st. 

Apprentice Ecologist Initiative. This scholarship is open to students ages 13 -21 who have completed environmental or conservation projects. Award is $1750. Deadline is August 31st. 

Boomer Benefits Scholarship. This scholarship is open to adult students who have returned to school to complete their degrees. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or permanent residents age 50 or older. Currently enrolled in a four-year undergraduate program or a graduate program at an accredited public or private school, including community colleges or universities within the U.S. with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher. Multiple awards at $2,500. Deadline is August 27th.

Breaking Barriers Scholarship - Denver Metro. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and recent graduates in Colorado. Three scholarships will be awarded for the upcoming school year to students pursuing either a college degree or trade/vocational certification. The award is $1,500. The deadline is August 1st. 

Buch Family Academic Scholarship. This scholarship is open to high school seniors, and undergraduate and graduate students who have competed in the sport of figure skating. The amount of this scholarship is not disclosed. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.4. Deadline is August 31st. 

Calvin L. Carrithers Aviation Scholarship. This scholarship is open to students enrolled in university aviation programs. Four $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually to students who are dedicated to blogging on a weekly basis about flight training, flying, school, and their interest in aviation. The deadline is August 15th.

Cappex Easy Money Scholarship. This scholarship is open to US students 13 years of age or older and currently planning to enroll in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning (college, university, or trade school) located in the United States within four years of the Sweepstakes. Award is $1,000. Deadline is August 31^st. 

Castagra Roofing Scholarship. This scholarship is open to students pursuing a post-secondary education in college or vocational programs in roofing or a similar field. A similar field must be applicable to the building industry (construction, waterproofing, etc.). Passionate about innovation and/or sustainability. Must be a US or Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Will also accept people applying who are not in school, but meet other guidelines. Award is $1,000. Deadline is August 29^th. 

Children's Heart Foundation Scholarship. This scholarship is open to incoming or current graduate students who are dedicated to conducting research on congenital heart defects and improving the health outcomes of racial and ethnic minority populations. The award is $10,000. The deadline is August 1st. 

Employment BOOST Academic Scholarship. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and 2-year and 4-year college students in the US with a GPA of 3.6 or higher. This scholarship is open to students pursuing any major. 1 scholarship will be given to a student pursuing any major and a 2nd scholarship will be given to a student pursuing business or STEM fields. Deadlines are accepted year-round on a rolling basis. Awards of $1000. 

Ethical Torch Essay Scholarship. This scholarship is open to students in grades 9-12 residing and enrolled in schools in specific Arizona or California counties. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) awards a total of $5,000 in scholarships to the top 5 winners in an essay contest about ethics. The deadlines are August 11th, September 22nd, and October 20th depending on the county in which the student resides. 

Florida Stormwater Association Scholarship Award. This scholarship is open to graduate students at Florida colleges and universities. Students must be studying engineering, natural science, public administration, or a related field with an interest in stormwater. The minimum award amount is $2,000 per recipient. The deadline is August 8th. 

Future Educator Scholarship. This scholarship is open to current and incoming college students majoring in education. Award is $1000. This scholarship is offered by Mrs. Prindables Gourmet Caramel Apples. Deadline is August 31st.

GAEP Environmental Scholarship. This scholarship is open to full-time undergraduate students majoring in the environmental field at an accredited college or university located in the State of Georgia. The award is up to $1,000. Deadline August 8th. 

Hometown Pride Scholarship. This scholarship is open to high school seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students. The award is $1000 and the deadline is August 31st. 

Innovation in Education Scholarship. This scholarship is open to high school and college students who have designed an innovative project that makes a difference in the lives of others with a GPA minimum of 3.0. The award is $500 and repeats monthly. Open to students in the US and Canada. The deadline is the 20th of every month.

LawnStarter Lawnpreneur Scholarship. This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors, current 2-year, 4-year, and graduate college students who have started or plan to start a lawn care business. All academic majors are welcome. Award is $1000. Deadlines for this scholarship are August 20th and December 31st. 

Leaders Save Lives Scholarship. This scholarship is from the American Red Cross. This scholarship is open to high school and college students including trade schools or community colleges Simply organize a blood drive within these time frames. Awards of up to $2500. Deadlines are: December 15th-January 15th, & June 1st- August 31st. 

Mahoney Family Foundation Scholarship. This scholarship is open to individuals in nursing or teaching professions who are pursuing required CEUs or advanced degrees. Awards of up to $5,000 per individual. Deadlines are May 1st, August 1st, and December 15th. 

Marki Lemons Ryhal Education Advancement Scholarship. This scholarship is open to African American women residing in underserved Chicagoland areas seeking to obtain their real estate license OR attend a Historically Black College and University (HBCU). The award is up to $700. The deadline is August 1st. 

Marvel Optics National Scholarship Contest. This scholarship is open to any current, full-time student at an accredited two-year or four-year American university or college is welcome to apply. There are no age restrictions. Students must write a 300-word essay or 1-minute video to social media in response to the following prompt: Helen Keller said, “The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.” What does that mean to you? Award is $1,500. Deadlines are  August 15th for the fall semester and January 5th for the spring semester. 

MBTA Educational Foundation Scholarships. This scholarship is open to Maine students who have completed high school or the equivalent and are enrolled in a relevant transportation-related degree program at a community college or university. Relevant academic programs include civil engineering, construction management, construction trades, marine, rail or aviation studies, heavy equipment operation, electrical, diesel mechanic or similar majors. The award is up to $2,000. The deadline is August 1st. 

Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship. This scholarship is open to high school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students pursuing careers in Athletic Training, Psychology, Biology, Kinesiology, Nursing, General Medicine, Dentistry, Behavioral Sciences, Personal Training, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Health and Physical Fitness, Exercise Science, Sports and Recreation Management, Health Sciences, Physical Therapist, or another health-related major. Award of $1500. Deadline is August 1st. 

Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation Scholarship. This scholarship is open to women, at least 17 years of age who are a mother with minor children. Students must be pursuing a first degree at a postsecondary level of education pursuing a degree at a not-for-profit, accredited institution or program in the U.S., and be low-income. Multiple awards up to $5,000. Deadline is August 1^st. 

Platt Family Essay Contest. This scholarship is from The Lincoln Forum. It is open to full-time college students attending an American college or university. This scholarship is not open to high school students. Write about Abraham Lincoln. Awards of up to $1000. Deadline is August  31st. 

Race To Inspire Scholarship. This scholarship is open to students who are able to verify enrollment for college at an accredited university inside the U.S.A. during the fall semester of the same year the essay is submitted. Must write a short essay explaining what inspired you to run, what challenges you faced, and what you learned through the experience. Prepare an essay sharing your race story between 1,000 and 2,000 words in length. Award is $500. Deadline is August 15th. 

Rodeo Ticket Student Scholarship. This scholarship is open to students who are able to verify enrollment for college at an accredited university in the USA during the fall semester of the same year the essay is submitted. Students must write a short essay. Deadline is August 15^th. Award is $500. 

SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship. This scholarship is open to students enrolled full-time at a college or university, who are pursuing STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics). Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5. Deadline is on a rolling basis (12 awarded per year). Award is $2,500. This scholarship is open to students worldwide and there are no age restrictions. 

The Melissa Linville Criminal Justice Scholarship. This scholarship is open to students currently enrolled, or recent high school graduates who are pursuing post-secondary education with the goal of a career in the criminal justice field. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Must be a full-time or part-time student enrolled in classes for the current year. Must write an essay. Award is $500. Deadline is August 1^st. 

The Turco Munoz Domestic Violence Survivor Scholarship. This scholarship is open to enrolled undergraduate, graduate, and law school students who have been advocates for survivors of domestic violence. This is a renewable $1000 scholarship and honors academic performance, employment, volunteer experience, financial need, and plans after graduation. Applicants must have a genuine intention to serve survivors of domestic violence after graduation. Deadline is August 18th. 

Tylenol Future Cares Scholarship. This scholarship is open to current medical, nursing, or pharmacy graduate students, or students who plan to enroll in graduate-level programs in medical, nursing, or pharmacy fields. Awards of $10,000. The deadline is August 1st.  

Universities Space Research Association (USRA) Distinguished Undergraduate Awards. This scholarship is open to full-time undergraduate students who are working towards a science or engineering degree. Applicants must be majoring in a field of science or engineering, including life sciences or science education, with application to fields in space, science, or aerospace engineering. Award is $5,000. Deadline is August 7th.

Wang Ji Thong Family Scholarship. This scholarship is open high school seniors and college students who come from refugee and immigrant communities in Northeast Ohio. Three winners will receive an initial $2,500 award and an opportunity to shadow health professionals at ASIA's International Community Health Center (ICHC). Additionally, a one-time renewable $500 book scholarship will be awarded to recipients who submit a report of progress after one year and agree to mentorship with award winners from other years. The deadline is August 1st. ___________________________________________________________________________

This information has been compiled by Jean O’Toole and The Scholarship Team at Connections101.  *Please note that information can change about any given scholarship. Scholarships are not guaranteed to be offered every year. The Scholarship Team at Connections101 encourages every family to verify at the information link provided that the scholarship is being offered during the current or upcoming year. 

Jean O’Toole is an educational consultant and author of the bestselling book, Scholarship Strategies Finding and Winning the Money You Need. Over the past 15 years, she has helped tens of thousands of students in the United States. Individuals collectively have been awarded millions of dollars by applying her scholarship strategies.  In 2008 she co-founded Connections101, a company specializing in providing motivational tools for scholarship searching. It is her goal to empower students to design their paths to their future without college debt. For more information about Jean/s scholarship strategies and resources, visit www.connections101.com. FB: @ScholarshipStrategies, Linkedin: Jean O’Toole scholarshipstrategiesteam@gmail.com