Scholarships
V&E Scholars Program
Organization: Vinson & Elkins Law Firm
Deadline: Check v-e.com – awarded annually
Eligibility: Minority students (including Hispanic/Latino and LGBTQ+) in Austin, Houston, or Dallas; top 20% of graduating class; minimum SAT 1100 or ACT 22; interest in law; U.S. citizen or a valid Social Security Number
Cost: Free – financial award + law firm internship opportunity
Notes: Specifically for students interested in law careers. Austin-based. Strong fit for students considering pre-law.
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Hispanic Scholarship Consortium (HSC)
Organization: Hispanic Scholarship Consortium
Deadline: Applications open March 2026 for 2026-27 academic year
Eligibility: Hispanic/Latino; Texas resident; 2.5 GPA minimum; graduating high school seniors and undergraduates; full or part-time enrollment in certificate, associate, or bachelor's program; U.S. citizenship not required
Cost: Free - renewable scholarships
Notes: Includes mentorship and leadership program beyond just financial aid. strong fit for first-generation students.
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LULAC national Scholarship Fund
League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)
Deadline: Varies by local council- lulac.org for Austin chapter
Eligibility: Hispanic students; Must be a U.S. citizen, legal permanent resident, or granted Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).; 3.5 GPA minimum; plans to enroll in a college or university degree program
Cost: Free - up to $2000 per award
Notes: Administered by local LULAC councils. Austin has an active council. Great for first- generation and need- based applicants.
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Terry Foundation Freshman Scholarship
Organization: Terry Foundation
Deadline: Varies by school – awarded through partner universities including UT Austin and Texas State
Eligibility: Texas high school seniors with demonstrated financial need; plans to attend a Terry-affiliated Texas university; strong academic and character record; U.S. citizen or a Permanent Resident
Cost: Free – award covers tuition, room and board, and fees (near full-ride)
Notes: One of the most generous Texas scholarships. Awarded to students who would otherwise need loans. Renewable for 4 years.
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HACU ¡Adelante! Scholarship
Organization:Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)
Deadline: May 15, Every year
Eligibility: High school senior
Cost: Free no application fee
Notes: Planning to enroll in college/university after graduation, Minimum GPA 3.0, Award amounts typically range from $1,000 to $5,000+
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Sallie $2,000 No-Essay Scholarship
Deadline: April 30, 2026
Organization: Sallie
Eligibility: For 16+ year olds in high school in any of the US territories who meet a minimum of one of the following requirements: a parent who currently has a child enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
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a student who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
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a parent who currently has a child enrolled as a high school senior or junior located within the United States;
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a student who is currently enrolled as a high school senior or junior who intends to enroll in an accredited college or university located within the United States, within a year of graduating high school (“Entrant”).
Cost: Free - this scholarship awards $2,000.
Notes: Sallie offers many other free scholarship opportunities that may be more accessible as far as requirements and deadlines.
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Kathy Pace Technology Scholarship
Deadline: May 30, 2026
Organization: The Kathy Pace Organization
Eligibility: The applicant must be a resident of Texas or Oklahoma
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Must be pursuing or planning to pursue higher education in a technology-related field
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Must be enrolled or planning to enroll as a rising freshman, undergraduate, or graduate student
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Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher
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Cost: Free - this scholarship offers $5,000 in reward.
McDonald’s Black and Positively Golden Scholarship
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Entrance: September 15, 2025 (Check Portal for Annual Cycle)
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Deadline: April 24, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST (Eastern Standard Time)
(Check Portal for Annual Cycle)
Organization: Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Eligibility:
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Location:
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U.S. citizen
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Legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
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Age: At least 18 years old or older
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Grade: enrolled full-time as an undergraduate freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior
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Requirements:
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Current cumulative grade point average of 2.7 or higher
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Must be able to demonstrate leadership abilities
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Must be able to demonstrate a financial need
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Attending an HBCU - a college or university that was originally founded to educate students of African American descent.
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Cost (free or paid):
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Free to apply - register on the website and fill in the information
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Funds in the range of up to $15,000
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The total eligible scholarship amount will be allocated in two installments:
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One during the fall 2026 semester
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The second is during the spring 2027 semester (which can only be applied to verifiable costs associated with average tuition and usual fees).
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Kathy Pace Technology Scholarship
Deadline: May 30, 2026
Organization: The Kathy Pace Organization
Eligibility: The applicant must be a resident of Texas or Oklahoma
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Must be pursuing or planning to pursue higher education in a technology-related field
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Must be enrolled or planning to enroll as a rising freshman, undergraduate, or graduate student
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Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher
Cost: Free - this scholarship offers $5,000 in reward.
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Coca-Cola Scholarship
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Entrance: August 1, 2026
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Deadline: 5 pm Eastern Time on September 30, 2026.
Organization: Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
Eligibility:
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Location:
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U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, U.S. Permanent Residents, Refugees, Asylees, Cuban-Haitian Entrants, or Humanitarian Parolees - based on guidelines utilized by the U.S. Department of Education for Federal Financial Aid Eligibility
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Currently enrolled in one of the 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or DOD schools, who will graduate high school during the 2025-2026 academic school year.
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Grade:
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Graduated from high school during the 2025-2026 academic year.
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Requirements:
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able to verify a minimum overall B/3.0 GPA in high school coursework
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Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. postsecondary institution.
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Not Eligible:
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High school graduates
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Temporary Residents
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Children or grandchildren of current employees, officers, or owners of Coca-Cola bottling companies, Company divisions, or subsidiaries.
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Children or grandchildren of former employees who are currently receiving retirement benefits based on their previous employment with Coca-Cola bottling companies, Company divisions, or subsidiaries.
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Cost:
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Free to apply
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The scholarships can offer up to 20,000 dollars
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Cost: Free - this scholarship offers $5,000 in reward.
Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship
Organization: Michael Moody
Deadline: August 1 2026
Eligibility:
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Must be a high school senior, undergraduate student
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Must be a legal US resident
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Cost: free
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Note: This scholarship closes after the first 1,000 applicants have applied, so it's first-come, first-served, and it's merit-based and targeted to aid students planning on attending a 2 or 4-year university in the US, majoring in health-related fields.
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5 Strong Scholarship
Organization: 5 Strong Scholarship Non-Profit Foundation
Deadline: December 1, 2026
Eligibility: This scholarship is targeted towards Black high-school seniors.
Cost: Free - this scholarship offers full-tuition coverage.
Notes: Applicants must fit this criteria: Must reside in the Houston, TX, or Atlanta, GA metropolitan areas.
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Must be a current-year graduating high school senior.
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Must demonstrate leadership potential in the classroom and on campus.
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Must have a GPA of at least 3.0.
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Must have a minimum ACT score of 19 or a combined SAT score of 990.
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Houston Marathon Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: April 26, 2026
Organization: Houston Marathon Foundation
Eligibility: Applicants must fit the criteria: High school cross-country runner
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Current high school senior
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Attending a high school in Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, or Waller County
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Planning to enroll at a Texas college or university
Cost: this scholarship awards $2,500 every year for 4 years ( for a total of $10,000)
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Stuck At Prom Scholarship
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Entrance: March 2026 12:00 pm (Check Portal for annual cycle)
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Deadline: June 2026 (Check Portal for annual cycle)
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Judging Period: June 11, 2026 - June 18, 2026
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Community Voting: June 29, 2026 (12 PM ET) - July 13, 2026 (12 PM ET)
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Winners Announced: On or about July 20, 2026
Organization: Duck Brand
Eligibility:
Stuck At Prom Official Rules | Duck Brand
Stuck At Prom FAQs + Requirements | Duck Brand
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Location:
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Legal resident of (and is physically located or resides in): United States - All U.S. territories (excluding Maryland, Colorado, Nebraska, and North Dakota), the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico
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Legal resident of (and is physically located or resides in) Canada (excluding the Province of Quebec)
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Age: at least 14 years or older
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Grade: Typically High School Students (Freshmen - Seniors)
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Additional Information: Has not been a finalist in any previous Stuck at Prom contests.
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Free to apply- Just need to apply yourself in an application through the website
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The scholarship offers vary in funds depending on the position you win.
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Requirements:
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Eligible individuals may enter the Contest by creating and wearing prom attire hand-made by the individual. This includes a complete dress or a complete tuxedo with appropriate accessories.
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Entrants must submit at least one photo of themselves in Prom Attire, which must be an original design and not previously awarded.
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Use of other materials is permitted, but any entry that duplicates or is based on third-party work requires permission. Assistance from friends and family is allowed, but professional help is not permitted.
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Sallie - No Essay Scholarship
Organization: CocSallie
Deadline: April 30, 2026
Eligibility:
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Location: Eligibility Requirements | Federal Student Aid
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U.S national or permanent resident
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Eligible non-citizen - Federal Student Aid Eligibility for Non-U.S. Citizens
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Grade Level: Juniors - Graduate Student
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Age: 16 years or more
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Additional information:
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Demonstrate financial aid
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Cost (free or paid):
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The scholarships are free to apply for
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There are various scholarships in the range: $250 to more than $10,000
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Cost: Free - this scholarship offers $5,000 in reward.
Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship
Organization: Unigo
Deadline: October 31 2026
Eligibility:
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Must be a legal US resident
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Must be 14 years old or higher by time of application
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Cost: free
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Note: write the essays AND make the video for a higher chance of getting the award.
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