Connecticut Scholarships for High School and College Students

Intro The Bohdan Kolinsky Memorial Sports Media Scholarship, offered by the Connecticut Sports Media Alliance, commemorates Bohdan Kolinsky — the longtime school sports editor of the Hartford Courant who passed away in 2003. This scholarship awards a one-time payment of $3,000 to a Connecticut high school senior who has been accepted to an accredited four-year college and plans to pursue a career in sports media or journalism. Eligibility - Must be a high school senior from Connecticut. - Must be admitted to an accredited four-year college with intent to study toward a career in sports media or journalism. How to...

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...

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...

Introduction The SBM Charitable Foundation, Inc. (SBMCF) provides annual college scholarships of up to $5,000 each. Recipients are chosen based on demonstrated financial need, involvement in school and community activities, academic performance, and writing ability. Eligibility - Must be a United States citizen and a full-time resident of Hartford, Tolland, or Windham County (CT). - Must have at least a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale, or rank in the top 40% of the high school class. - Must include a complete copy of your submitted 2026–2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or a valid 2024–2025 Federal Student...

Interested in becoming a teacher? For the 47th year in a row, we are offering financial assistance to qualified Connecticut high school seniors planning to pursue a teaching degree. To be eligible you must be a Connecticut resident who will graduate from a Connecticut secondary school in 2026 and be committed to entering the field of education. Eligibility and Evaluation - Eligible candidates: Connecticut residents who will graduate from a Connecticut secondary school in 2026 and intend to enter the teaching profession. - Applications will be assessed on: - Academic record - Character and personality, including community service - Interests...

Fairfield County’s Community Foundation (the Foundation) offers a competitive scholarship program for students who are graduating from high school or currently enrolled in college and who have ties to Fairfield County. Applications open now. Deadline: April 8, 2026 — 4:00 PM ET. Eligibility Graduating high school seniors - Must be a graduating senior from any high school located in Fairfield County. - Generally must be in good academic standing (typically a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale or an equivalent, unless a specific fund states a different standard). - Must demonstrate financial need. - Must plan to...

Intro Founded in 1958, the Connecticut Parks Association (CPA) works to expand public access to parks and to support their development, upkeep, and conservation throughout Connecticut communities. The organization also seeks to foster professional connections and camaraderie among those working in the parks field. The Dennis Malone Scholarship Following the death of Dennis Malone in 1998, the Association renamed its scholarship program in his memory. Malone, a former CPA president and the original creator of the scholarship, is honored by awards that help carry on his legacy. The scholarship is intended to support and encourage promising students who plan careers...

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...

Introduction The BSL Educational Foundation Inc. announces scholarship opportunities for graduating Connecticut high school seniors from public and private schools. These awards are intended for students who will begin study in the 2026–27 academic year — enrolling in either a two‑year or four‑year college or university in Fall 2026. Each scholarship is a one‑time grant of $2,000 to support the recipient’s freshman year. Who may apply - Graduating Connecticut high school seniors (public or private schools). - Selection criteria specifically reference graduating seniors from Hartford County schools. - Applicants must plan to enroll in a two‑ or four‑year college or...

College Scholarship Program — Jewish Community Foundation Overview The Jewish Community Foundation awards nearly $100,000 each year in college and graduate school scholarships funded by individual donors. Each donor establishes the terms for their fund, but all share the objective of helping students with academic promise and limited financial means pursue higher education. Scholarships may be used toward tuition, fees, room and board. Award amounts Individual awards typically range from $1,000 to $3,000. Who is eligible Before applying, confirm that you meet the basic requirements below. Individual scholarship funds may add additional conditions (for example, preferred fields of study or...

Overview The Association of Connecticut Fairs, Inc. is offering three scholarships of $1,000 each to help students continue their education at an accredited college or university. Eligible applicants include graduating high school seniors and students already enrolled in college. The three awards are designated as follows: - One $1,000 scholarship for a student (high school senior or current college student) who plans to study agriculture, family and consumer sciences, or a closely related discipline during the upcoming academic year. - One $1,000 scholarship for a student (high school senior or current college student) who intends to pursue study in any...

$7,000 award for 2026 (possible total up to $14,000) — Submission deadline: June 1, 2026 Overview A scholarship fund created in 1998 commemorates the life and work of Dr. M. Louise Miller (1914–2008), a founding member of the Greater Bridgeport Chapter of the AGO (1948) and a distinguished teacher, organist, and church musician. In 2015, the chapter honored Dr. Miller further after receiving a generous bequest from the estate of Dr. Paul E. Knox (1930–2015), a longtime colleague and noted church musician. The Greater Bridgeport AGO Chapter now presents the renamed Miller/Knox scholarship. Award details - Total available for 2026:...