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Connecticut Scholarships for High School and College Students

William “Widdy” Neale Scholarship Fund
$2,500
Deadline: Applications must arrive by January 31. Candidates who meet the requirements will be interviewed in March, and scholarship recipients will be notified toward the end of March. Selection factors The scholarship committee evaluates applicants using three factors: - Financial need. - Academic achievement, including standardized test results. - Personal character, as judged by school and volunteer involvement, the strength of the applicant’s personal statement and recommendation letters, and performance during the interview. Who is eligible Applicants must be young men or women who have worked at a CSGA member club for at least one full golf season and who...
Deadline
Jan 31, 2026
Waterbury Promise Scholarship
$20,000
Overview Qualified scholars may receive up to $20,000 in financial assistance to attend any accredited college or university in Connecticut. This award functions as a last-dollar scholarship, applied after all other financial aid has been credited. Participating Institutions and Offers The following Connecticut colleges and universities provide additional scholarship matches or committed aid to Promise Scholars who enroll there: - University of Connecticut — full matching award of $5,000 - Eastern Connecticut State University — match up to $5,000 - Post University — match up to $5,000 - University of New Haven — guaranteed tuition scholarship of at least $25,000...
Deadline
Feb 15, 2026
BBB Connecticut Student Ethics Scholarship
$2,500
Introduction The BBB Student Ethics Scholarship honors college-bound high school seniors who demonstrate exemplary ethics through leadership, community involvement, strong personal integrity, and solid academic performance. One recipient will receive a $2,500 award to be used at an accredited college or university of the student’s choosing. Eligibility - Applicants must be high school seniors applying during their senior year. - Candidates must be planning to attend college (college-bound). - The applicant must be a resident of Connecticut. Selection process Submissions for the BBB Student Ethics Scholarship are evaluated by a Selection Committee made up of business professionals and members of...
Deadline
Mar 20, 2026
Mary C. Rawlins Scholarship
$1,000
Biography Mary C. Rawlins (1929–1995) dedicated her life to advancing the interests of minority communities. She helped establish the Connecticut Association of Affirmative Action Professionals (CTAAAP), an organization that today is known as the Connecticut Association of Diversity and Equity Professionals (CADEP). Mary also founded the Connecticut Caucus on Black Aged, Inc. In 1983 the Commissioner on Aging appointed her to the State Department of Aging’s Minority Advisory Committee, and in 1990 the American Association of Retired Persons named her a volunteer spokesperson for its Minority Affairs Initiative. Her advocacy extended into many civic groups, including the Urban League, the...
Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Juvenile Justice Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction Since 1998, attorney Mark Sherman has dedicated his practice to advocating for clients and promoting access to justice. In keeping with that mission, Mark Sherman created the Juvenile Justice Scholarship to help emerging legal professionals. The Law Offices of Mark Sherman in Stamford, Connecticut, is pleased to renew this scholarship for 2026. One $1,000 award will be given to a student committed to working with young people who have been convicted and incarcerated, with the aim of helping them access new opportunities and rebuild productive lives. Applicants are encouraged to draw on any personal experience overcoming hardship and to...
Deadline
Apr 30, 2026
Future in Family Law Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction Broder Orland Murray & DeMattie LLC recognizes that choosing a career in family law is often driven by compassion and a commitment to helping people through difficult personal circumstances. The Future in Family Law Scholarship is intended to support committed current or prospective law students who plan to build careers in family law and serve families in need. One $1,000 award will be given to the applicant who submits the most thoughtful response to the essay prompt below, describing the inspiration and path that led them to pursue family law. Who may apply (Eligibility) - Open to current or...
Deadline
Jun 30, 2026
Operation Give Back Scholarship
$2,500
Etemi Law: Operation Give Back Scholarship Overview The Etemi Law: Operation Give Back Scholarship is a merit-based award established to recognize and assist Connecticut students who are actively improving their communities. This scholarship honors scholastic performance, leadership, and a demonstrated commitment to service. Etemi Law is committed to supporting young people who are motivated to give back and lead positive change. Who is eligible - Current high school juniors or seniors, or students enrolled in an undergraduate program at a college or university - Connecticut residents or students attending a school located in Connecticut - Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0...
Deadline
Jul 15, 2026
Meland Foundation Nursing Scholarship
$5,000
Introductory summary The Meland Foundation offers scholarship support to nurses from the NJ-NY-CT-PA region who hold a BSN and intend to advance their education in pediatric nursing. Eligible applicants are those planning to enroll in Nurse Practitioner (NP), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs with a pediatric focus and who embrace the Foundation’s mission. About the Foundation Established by a respected pediatrician who created a thriving family medical practice in Northern New Jersey, the Meland Foundation sponsors programs that inspire and inform families, strengthen caregiving skills, and bring hope to patients and their...
Deadline
Dec 31, 2025
New York Women in Communications Foundation Scholarship
$10,000
INTRODUCTION These guidelines explain who may apply for the scholarships and the documentation required. They outline residency and enrollment rules, academic and program expectations, membership requirements, and instructions for recommendation letters. ELIGIBILITY - Applicants must either attend a college or university located in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania, OR be undergraduate or graduate students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents of one of those four states, except where a specific scholarship’s own rules override these general criteria. In the event of such a conflict, the scholarship-specific criteria take precedence. - Examples to clarify: - A student who...
Deadline
Jan 09, 2026
Premier Future Ag Leaders Scholarship
$2,500
Premier Select Sires annually awards up to $20,000 through the Premier Future Ag Leaders Scholarship Program to students living in the Premier membership area. Two outstanding recipients are each granted $2,500—one through the Johnny Daniel Memorial Scholarship and one through the Wayne Dudley Scholarship—while additional applicants receive scholarships in varying amounts. Eligibility and rules - Applicants may be high school seniors or college students (up to senior year) who are enrolled in, or plan to enroll in, an undergraduate program with an agriculture-related major. - Either the applicant or the applicant’s parent/guardian must live in the Premier membership area and...
Deadline
Jan 31, 2026
Roothbert Fund Scholarships
$7,000
About the Roothbert Fund Albert and Toni Roothbert created the Roothbert Fund to provide financial assistance to students pursuing higher education. Headquartered in New York City, the Fund is run by volunteers and awards scholarships to support undergraduate or graduate study at accredited U.S. institutions. Who the Fund prefers to support - Individuals whose daily lives are shaped by spiritual values. - Graduate students and undergraduates who have completed at least one year of college are preferred. - Preference is given to applicants who live in or attend school in one of these states: Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland,...
Deadline
Feb 01, 2026
Big Y's Scholarship Program
$2,500
Overview The Big Y Scholarship program accepts applications from graduating high school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students. Employees of Big Y, their dependents, customers and customers’ dependents are especially encouraged to apply. Eligibility - Applicants must either live in Massachusetts or Connecticut or be enrolled at a school located in Massachusetts or Connecticut. - Eligible applicant categories include graduating high school seniors, current undergraduates, and graduate students. How to Apply / Deadlines - Applications are accepted only through the online system; paper forms are no longer accepted. - All materials must be submitted by February 1. Incomplete or late applications...
Deadline
Feb 01, 2026
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH
Students: 5,360
Tuition: $52,948
Case Western Reserve University is a private nonprofit institution located in Cleveland, OH. The school has approximatley 5360 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $109,858. The average age of students entering Case Western Reserve University is 20. The most popular programs at the Case Western Reserve University are: Engineering (30%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (11%), Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services (10%), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (10%) and Social Sciences (8%).
Exam Scores
ACT: 33
SAT: 1445
Kenyon College
Gambier, OH
Students: 1,610
Tuition: $55,020
Kenyon College is a private nonprofit institution located in Gambier, OH. The school has approximatley 1610 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $137,788. The average age of students entering Kenyon College is 19. The most popular programs at the Kenyon College are: Social Sciences (25%), English Language And Literature (17%), Visual And Performing Arts (12%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (10%) and Psychology (8%).
Exam Scores
ACT: 32
SAT: 1399
Denison University
Granville, OH
Students: 2,253
Tuition: $56,680
Denison University is a private nonprofit institution located in Granville, OH. The school has approximatley 2253 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $103,917. The average age of students entering Denison University is 19. The most popular programs at the Denison University are: Social Sciences (22%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (13%), Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs (11%), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (10%) and Psychology (9%).
Exam Scores
ACT: 30
SAT: 1350
Yale University
New Haven, CT
Students: 4,701
Tuition: $57,700
Yale University is a private nonprofit institution located in New Haven, CT. The school has approximatley 4701 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $80,258. The average age of students entering Yale University is 20. The most popular programs at the Yale University are: Social Sciences (26%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (12%), Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services (7%), History (7%) and Mathematics And Statistics (7%).
Exam Scores
ACT: 34
SAT: 1520
Connecticut College
New London, CT
Students: 1,711
Tuition: $59,025
Connecticut College is a private nonprofit institution located in New London, CT. The school has approximatley 1711 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $106,830. The average age of students entering Connecticut College is 20. The most popular programs at the Connecticut College are: Social Sciences (37%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (14%), Psychology (10%), Visual And Performing Arts (9%) and Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies (5%).
Exam Scores
ACT: 32
SAT: 1400
Trinity College
Hartford, CT
Students: 2,194
Tuition: $59,050
Trinity College is a private nonprofit institution located in Hartford, CT. The school has approximatley 2194 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $122,843. The average age of students entering Trinity College is 20. The most popular programs at the Trinity College are: Social Sciences (36%), Biological And Biomedical Sciences (13%), Psychology (7%), English Language And Literature (6%) and Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies (5%).
Exam Scores
ACT: 30
SAT: 1370
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT
Students: 4,319
Tuition: $51,325
Fairfield University is a private nonprofit institution located in Fairfield, CT. The school has approximatley 4319 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $139,934. The average age of students entering Fairfield University is 20. The most popular programs at the Fairfield University are: Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (40%), Health Professions And Related Programs (18%), Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs (9%), Social Sciences (7%) and Psychology (6%).
Exam Scores
ACT: 29
SAT: 1281
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
Students: 18,658
Tuition: $40,502
University of Connecticut is a public institution located in Storrs, CT. The school has approximatley 18658 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $88,097. The average age of students entering University of Connecticut is 20. The most popular programs at the University of Connecticut are: Engineering (13%), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (12%), Health Professions And Related Programs (12%), Social Sciences (12%) and Biological And Biomedical Sciences (10%).
Exam Scores
ACT: 30
SAT: 1222
University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus
Waterbury, CT
Students: 835
Tuition: $37,914
University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus is a public institution located in Waterbury, CT. The school has approximatley 835 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $88,097. The average age of students entering University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus is 20. The most popular programs at the University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus are: Engineering (13%), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (12%), Health Professions And Related Programs (12%), Social Sciences (12%) and Biological And Biomedical Sciences (10%).
Exam Scores
ACT: 21
SAT: 1222
University of Connecticut-Avery Point
Groton, CT
Students: 545
Tuition: $37,914
University of Connecticut-Avery Point is a public institution located in Groton, CT. The school has approximatley 545 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $88,097. The average age of students entering University of Connecticut-Avery Point is 20. The most popular programs at the University of Connecticut-Avery Point are: Engineering (13%), Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (12%), Health Professions And Related Programs (12%), Social Sciences (12%) and Biological And Biomedical Sciences (10%).
Exam Scores
ACT: 25
SAT: 1222