Scholarships for Student Leaders

These 62 hand-curated scholarships are open to Student Leaders. We highlight the award amount, deadline, and eligibility for each, ranking fully funded opportunities first so you never miss a deadline that matters to you.

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Fully funded China Masters

Schwarzman Scholars

Schwarzman College, Tsinghua University

Amount
Fully funded tuition, room and board, travel, books and supplies, laptop and smartphone, stipend, and study trip
Deadline
Sep 9, 2026

Future bachelor’s degree holders worldwide who will be 18–28 on August 1, 2027, meet the English requirement, and use the correct citizensh…

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Fully funded United States Undergraduate

The Gates Scholarship

The Gates Scholarship

Amount
Last-dollar funding for the full cost of attendance not covered by other aid and the Student Aid Index
Deadline
Sep 15, 2026

Pell-eligible U.S. citizen or permanent-resident high-school seniors with a 3.3 weighted GPA who plan full-time study in an eligible four-y…

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Fully funded United Kingdom Masters Closes in 12 days

Marshall Scholarship

British Government (Marshall Aid Commemoration Commission)

Amount
University fees + living and book allowances + U.S.–UK fares + approved thesis, research, and travel grants
Deadline
Sep 29, 2026

Recent graduates who are U.S. citizens, earned a first degree from an accredited four-year U.S. institution, hold at least a 3.7 GPA, and s…

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Fully funded United States Masters Closes in 19 days

Knight-Hennessy Scholars

Stanford University

Amount
Up to 3 years of tuition and fees + living and academic stipend + annual travel and one-time relocation stipends
Deadline
Oct 6, 2026

Applicants of any nationality with a qualifying recent bachelor’s degree who apply separately to an eligible full-time Stanford graduate pr…

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Fully funded United States Bachelors

Texas A&M Terry Foundation Scholarship

Terry Foundation and Texas A&M University

Amount
Up to the full cost of attendance after other aid and the family contribution; amount varies by demonstrated need
Deadline
Dec 1, 2026

A first-time freshman graduating from a Texas high school or home school who demonstrates financial need, academic strength, leadership, an…

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Fully funded United States Undergraduate

UTA Terry Foundation Scholarship

Terry Foundation and The University of Texas at Arlington

Amount
Last-dollar full ride covering tuition, fees, books, and reasonable on-campus living expenses after other aid
Deadline
The fall 2027 application opens in UTA Mav ScholarShop in mid-October 2026 and is due in mid-January 2027

A U.S. citizen or permanent resident graduating from a Texas high school in 2027 who enters UTA full time that fall, demonstrates leadershi…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

2026 Georgia Tech Balanced Man Scholarship

Sigma Phi Epsilon, Georgia Alpha Chapter

Amount
$4,500 total scholarship pool
Deadline
Sep 1, 2026

Georgia Tech-connected undergraduate applicants demonstrating academics, leadership, community involvement, work, and personal balance.

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Partial United States High school, trade school, and undergrad

American Red Cross Leaders Save Lives Scholarship

American Red Cross

Amount
$1,000 to $2,500 scholarship drawing plus a $100 to $500 gift card
Deadline
Sep 7, 2026

Legal U.S. resident students who register and lead one qualifying Red Cross blood drive collecting at least 25 productive pints by Septembe…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

2026 Montana State Balanced Man Scholarship

Sigma Phi Epsilon, Montana Beta Chapter

Amount
$2,000 total scholarship pool
Deadline
Sep 7, 2026

Male-identifying rising or current Montana State freshmen and sophomores demonstrating academics, service, leadership, and personal growth.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

2026 UC Berkeley Balanced Man Scholarship

Sigma Phi Epsilon, California Alpha Chapter

Amount
$5,000 total scholarship pool
Deadline
Sep 15, 2026

Male UC Berkeley students demonstrating academic excellence, leadership, health, well-being, and balanced personal achievement.

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Partial United States Undergraduate Closes in 2 days

2026 Cal State-Northridge Balanced Man Scholarship

Sigma Phi Epsilon California Sigma Chapter

Amount
$1,300 total scholarship pool
Deadline
Sep 19, 2026

Cal State-Northridge students who document academics, leadership, community involvement, honors, and work experience.

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Partial United States Undergraduate Closes in 13 days

Coca-Cola Scholars Program

Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

Amount
$20,000 achievement-based college scholarship
Deadline
Sep 30, 2026

Current 2026–27 high-school graduates in eligible U.S. locations with a 3.0 GPA, qualifying federal-aid status, and plans for an accredited…

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Partial United States Undergraduate Closes in 40 days

2026 Fresno State Balanced Man Scholarship

Sigma Phi Epsilon California Phi Chapter

Amount
$2,000 total scholarship pool
Deadline
Oct 27, 2026

Fresno State students who demonstrate academics, leadership, community involvement, extracurricular activity, and work experience.

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Partial United States Undergraduate Closes in 44 days

ACFEF Fall 2026 Culinary Scholarships

American Culinary Federation Education Foundation

Amount
Up to $1,500 for apprenticeship or certificate programs and up to $2,500 for postsecondary degree programs
Deadline
Oct 31, 2026

Students with at least a 2.75 GPA who are accepted to an accredited culinary, pastry, or foodservice apprenticeship, certificate, or postse…

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Partial United States Professional doctorate Closes in 44 days

2026 Carol Hall Chiropractic Scholarship

Carol Hall Scholarship and Financial Aid Program

Amount
Up to $2,000
Deadline
Oct 31, 2026

Chiropractic students with at least two completed semesters, a 2.5 GPA, and demonstrated leadership and service values.

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Partial United States, Puerto Rico, or Canada Any level

2027 Chick-fil-A Community Scholars Program

Chick-fil-A, Inc. and Scholarship America

Amount
Up to $25,000 for education-related expenses
Deadline
Nov 3, 2026

Service-minded high-school seniors, undergraduates, or graduate students in the United States, Puerto Rico, or Canada with a 3.0 GPA, finan…

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Partial United States, Canada, or Mexico Any level

Raftelis Leadership Scholarship

American Water Works Association and Raftelis

Amount
$5,000
Deadline
Nov 6, 2026

Full-time undergraduate or graduate students from the U.S., Canada, or Mexico who show leadership and interest in local government or munic…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

2026 NACA Alan Davis Scholarship

NACA Foundation and Wasserman Next Gen

Amount
$5,000
Deadline
Nov 30, 2026

Full-time college sophomores or higher with a 3.0 GPA and substantial campus leadership.

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Partial United States Bachelors

Texas A&M Century Scholars Program

Texas A&M University

Amount
$5,000 per year for four years plus a one-time $1,000 Texas A&M-approved study-abroad scholarship; additional Century Plus funding may be available
Deadline
Dec 1, 2026

A Texas resident graduating from a designated Century Scholar high school who applies to Texas A&M, completes the scholarship section, and …

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Partial United States Undergraduate

University of Maine Flagship Leaders Commitment

University of Maine

Amount
$9,000 to $12,000 per year
Deadline
Dec 1, 2026

International undergraduate applicants to UMaine are automatically considered for the $9,000-$12,000 Flagship Leaders Commitment through ad…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

UConn Global Excellence Award

University of Connecticut

Amount
Renewable merit scholarship with fixed amount determined yearly by UConn
Deadline
Dec 1, 2026

International first-year UConn applicants with exceptional academics and leadership are automatically considered for the Global Excellence …

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Partial United States Undergraduate

UConn Global Distinction Award

University of Connecticut

Amount
Renewable merit scholarship with fixed amount determined yearly by UConn
Deadline
Dec 1, 2026

International UConn first-year applicants are automatically reviewed for the renewable Global Distinction Award based on academics and lead…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

UConn Global Leader Award

University of Connecticut

Amount
Renewable merit scholarship with fixed amount determined yearly by UConn
Deadline
Dec 1, 2026

UConn automatically considers international first-year applicants with exceptional academics and leadership for the Global Leader Award by …

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Red Cross Collegiate Leadership Program Scholarship

American Red Cross

Amount
$3,000 scholarship plus Washington, D.C. training travel, room, board, and stipend
Deadline
Dec 11, 2026

Current college sophomores who meet the program’s campus participation rules and can complete the 2027 training and two-year blood-drive le…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Puckett Scholars Program

University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Amount
$4,000 over four years
Deadline
Jan 1, 2027

A Minnesota high school senior applying as a fall 2027 freshman to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, with preference for achievement…

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Varies United States Undergraduate

GHR Fellows Program

GHR Foundation and University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business

Amount
Four years of full tuition, plus a fully funded J-Term study-abroad experience; need-based room and board grant support may also be available
Deadline
Jan 8, 2027

An incoming first-year University of St. Thomas undergraduate pursuing business who demonstrates academic and service leadership, with pref…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Carson Scholars Fund Scholarship

Carson Scholars Fund

Amount
$1,000
Deadline
Jan 13, 2027

School-nominated U.S. students in grades 4–11 with at least a 3.75 GPA, active community service, and no previous Carson monetary scholarsh…

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Varies United States Undergraduate

Fredda Witherspoon National Scholastic Scholarship

Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc.

Amount
$8,000 for one national winner and $3,000 for each of four regional winners
Deadline
Jan 31, 2027

A female graduating high school senior pursuing an accredited business-related college degree who demonstrates achievement, leadership, car…

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Varies United States Undergraduate

Gary R. Bierlein Memorial Scholarship

Saginaw Community Foundation

Amount
$1,500
Deadline
Feb 12, 2027

An SVSU undergraduate or incoming student with at least a 2.5 GPA, leadership and community involvement; high school seniors must reside in…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Clifford E. Davis Youth Leadership Scholarship

Saginaw Community Foundation

Amount
Varies; the official fund page does not publish a fixed award amount
Deadline
Feb 12, 2027

A Saginaw Arts & Sciences Academy graduating senior with a 2.5 GPA, demonstrated leadership, and plans for full-time undergraduate study.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Cohen Leadership Scholarship

Saginaw Community Foundation

Amount
Varies; the official fund page does not publish a fixed award amount
Deadline
Feb 12, 2027

A Heritage High School senior living in Saginaw Township with at least a 3.0 GPA, demonstrated leadership, and full-time undergraduate plan…

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Varies United States Undergraduate

Fred S. Bailey Undergraduate Scholarship

University YMCA

Amount
$4,000; graduating applicants are also considered for one of four $6,000 Bailey Leadership Awards
Deadline
Feb 28, 2027

A UIUC undergraduate enrolled through the upcoming term who demonstrates service, leadership, social impact, academic achievement, and thou…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Life on Purpose Scholarship

Mistler Family Foundation and Greater Kansas City Community Foundation

Amount
$10,000 per year, renewable for up to four years ($40,000 total)
Deadline
Mar 1, 2027

A high-school senior applying to a four-year college with at least a 3.0 unweighted GPA and a genuine interest in personal development and …

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Varies United States High school

VFW Scout of the Year Scholarship

Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States

Amount
$5,000 first place, $3,000 second place, and $1,000 third place
Deadline
Mar 1, 2027

A U.S. high-school student age 18 or younger who is an active eligible Scout, has earned the applicable highest award, and submits a comple…

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Varies United States Undergraduate

2027 FBN Leaders Commemorative Scholarship

International Furnishings and Design Association Educational Foundation

Amount
$3,000 tuition scholarship
Deadline
Mar 31, 2027

A full-time U.S.-school undergraduate design student with four completed design courses and a record of leadership and community service.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

2027 Academic Advantage Scholarship Grant

Academic Advantage

Amount
$500
Deadline
Apr 15, 2027

June 2027 graduates of Rhode Island high schools with school achievement, extracurricular activities, community service, and a staff recomm…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

R. Gene Richter Scholarship

R. Gene and Nancy D. Richter Foundation and Institute for Supply Management

Amount
$15,000 for spring 2028 graduates or $7,500 for December 2027 graduates
Deadline
Apply through the current official portal; the sponsor has not published a closing date for the 2027–28 cohort

A full-time supply chain student entering senior year in 2027–28, graduating by spring 2028, and eligible by U.S./Canadian citizenship or v…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

United States Senate Youth Program Scholarship

United States Senate and The Hearst Foundations

Amount
$12,500 undergraduate scholarship plus a fully funded Washington Week
Deadline
Varies by state or jurisdiction, generally September–October 2026; use the official state contact list

A 2026–2027 high-school junior or senior who lives in the represented state or jurisdiction and actively serves in a qualifying elected or …

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Partial United States Undergraduate

University of New Mexico Leadership Scholarship

University of New Mexico

Amount
Estimated value of $11,574 per year
Deadline
Fall priority deadline March 15; spring

International UNM undergraduate applicants are automatically considered for the Leadership Scholarship with a 3.0 U.S.-scale high school GP…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Ashbrook Scholar Program Scholarship

Ashbrook Center at Ashland University

Amount
$2,000 per year, renewable annually
Deadline
No fixed scholarship deadline is published; apply with enough time to complete Ashland admission and the separate Scholar selection process

Prospective or current Ashland University undergraduates with strong academic ability and a serious interest in political science, history,…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Baylor Presidential Denominational Scholarship

Baylor University

Amount
$1,500 per academic year
Deadline
No fixed date published; submit program-achievement confirmation through Student Financial Services

Full-time Baptist Baylor undergraduates with qualifying Challengers leadership or Studiact/WMU achievements.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

UNH International Engagement and Service Scholarship

University of New Hampshire

Amount
Covers tuition; renewable for up to 8 semesters
Deadline
Invitation-based process for admitted st

High-achieving international UNH undergraduates with financial need may receive a renewable tuition scholarship tied to cultural service.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

SUNY Geneseo #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship

SUNY Geneseo

Amount
Minimum 50% tuition scholarship
Deadline
Scholarship materials deadline listed on

First-year international applicants to SUNY Geneseo may apply for two renewable 50% tuition scholarships tied to intercultural leadership.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

SUNY New Paltz #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship

SUNY New Paltz

Amount
50% of tuition
Deadline
Submit scholarship essay through the app

Two first-year international applicants to SUNY New Paltz may receive renewable 50% tuition scholarships for intercultural leadership.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

USC Stamps Leadership Scholarship

University of Southern California

Amount
Full tuition for eligible full-time undergraduate semesters
Deadline
Apply by the USC merit scholarship deadl

Exceptional USC first-year applicants with strong leadership profiles may be selected through admission review for the full-tuition Stamps …

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Varies United States Undergraduate

DAR Good Citizens Award and Scholarship Contest

Daughters of the American Revolution

Amount
Varies by chapter, state, division, and national scholarship level
Deadline
Set by each participating school and local DAR chapter; contact the school early in senior year

A high school senior selected as the one DAR Good Citizen nominee from a participating accredited school for dependability, service, leader…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program

America's Distinguished Young Women

Amount
Cash scholarships and partner-college offers vary by local, state, and national result
Deadline
Varies by local or state program; many Class of 2027 programs are accepting applications now

A U.S. high school student who identifies as a young woman and enters the appropriate local, at-large, or state program for her residence a…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

WPI International Leadership Award

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Amount
Scholarship package may cover calculated need up to full tuition and fees and may include a $12,000 housing allowance
Deadline
Automatic consideration with first-year

Incoming first-year international non-citizens admitted to WPI are automatically considered for up to two leadership awards covering calcul…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Pierce Butler Scholarship

Phi Kappa Psi Minnesota Beta Chapter

Amount
Five one-time awards; current dollar amounts are not published by the sponsor
Deadline
Use the current official application page; finalist interviews take place during the summer before freshman year

An incoming freshman man at the University of Minnesota who demonstrates academic merit, character, leadership, and community involvement.

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