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Raise Your Hand Texas Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers application is now open! It includes $8,000-$10,000 in annual funding for up to four years, professional development opportunities, mentorship, and more. Please help share this one-of-a-kind scholarship opportunity! #TxEd; #YouBelongInMesquite!

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HBCU scholarship guide

Pursuing a college degree is costly for most students, but it can be disproportionately expensive for Black students. Many Black students at historically Black colleges and universities(HBCUs) face hardships beyond those of their peers, including increased student debt and less available institutional aid. However, making these students aware of scholarships, internships, and fellowships can make higher education more affordable for students attending HBCUs!

BestColleges.com created a scholarship guide specifically for HBCU students! Our guide covers the following:

• Financial Considerations for HBCU Students
• Excellent Scholarships for HBCU Students
• Grants for HBCU Students
• Additional Resources for Financial Assistance

Review our HBCU scholarship guide below:
https://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/hbcu/scholarships-and-grants/

2024 Boyk Law Veteran Scholarship

An up-to-date resume with current contact information
750-1,000 word essay addressing at least two (2) of the following questions:
Tell us the story of YOU. What is driving you to go to college, and what would you like to do with your degree?
How has being a Veteran or the child of a Veteran affected your life?
If you could advise someone joining the Armed Forces or other children of Veterans, what would that advice be?
A certified copy of a college or university transcript.

The candidate must submit a 750-1000 word essay response to the prompt: Write about the fairness of the different streaming and content-sharing platforms and how it relates to you, the creators on each platform, and the musicians.
The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience.
The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school and the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.

Students must be currently enrolled at a duly accredited institution, including junior college, community college, undergraduate programs, or graduate programs anywhere in the United States. High school graduates or GED holders who are about to begin college are also welcome to apply.
Employees of The Law Offices of Jeffrey Lichtman, their close relatives (parent, child, sibling, and spouse), and others residing in the same households as such individuals (whether related or not), are ineligible to enter the competition.
All applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Our team at the Felix Gonzalez Law Firm is proud to offer the 2024 Safe Cycling Scholarship to anyone who wishes to further their education. This scholarship asks applicants to discuss old and new laws, education around the dangers of cycling, and if more could be done to ensure the safety of cyclists. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit our scholarship page.

2024 Seth Okin Good Deeds Scholarship

The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, college student or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who is enrolled in a two to five-year post-secondary institution for the spring 2025 semester. Employees of Capital Family Law Group, their immediate families (children, parents, siblings, and spouses), and persons living in the same households of such individuals (whether related or not), are not eligible to apply. Candidates for the Selfless Parent Scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall academic standing.

The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, vocational student, college student or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.
Students must be enrolled in a vocational program or two to five-year post-secondary institution for the upcoming semester.
Any employees of Largey Law, their immediate families (parent, child, sibling, and spouse), or persons living in the same households as such individuals (whether related or not) are not eligible to participate in the competition.
Candidates for this scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and good overall academic standing.

Due to Attorney Pontius’ close ties to the military, he has decided to create a scholarship specifically for Veterans or for the child of a U.S. Veteran. Pontius Tax Law believes Veterans are owed a huge debt for the service they do for our country. We are looking to hear from Veterans, or the children of Veterans on ways that we as a community could better support Veterans. We are also looking to hear how being a Veteran or child of a Veteran has impacted your life and/or changed your views. The deadline for this $1,000 scholarship is November 30, 2024. If you are a Veteran or a child of a Veteran, please be sure to apply!

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be currently enrolled in college, graduate school, or GED holders about to attend a college within the United States. Applicants must show good academic standing by holding a GPA of 3.0 or higher. The recipient of this scholarship will have an eloquently written essay and will meet the application requirements.

The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, vocational student, college student, or graduate student in the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.
Students must be enrolled in a vocational program or two to a five-year post-secondary institution for the upcoming academic year.
Immediate family members (parent, child, sibling, and spouse), and persons living in the same households (whether related or not) of Adams & Bischoff staff and attorneys, are not eligible to participate in the competition.
A minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher is required.

The candidate must fill out the form below with all necessary information
The candidate must submit a 750 word essay response to the prompt: Discuss the psychological impact of injuries and propose holistic approaches to recovery that address both physical and mental well-being.
Please note that all essays will be checked for AI writing. If AI writing is deemed present in the essay, the application will be denied.
The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their professional and academic experience.
The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school and the most recent official transcript from their prior school.
High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.
Preference will be given to students either from or attending secondary school in the state.

You must be enrolled at a duly accredited institution, including junior college, community college, undergraduate program, or graduate program anywhere in the United States
You must have solid academic standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA or above
High school graduates or GED holders about to start their college career are eligible to apply

Injured Individual Scholarship

The candidate must fill out the form below with all the necessary information.
A resume that includes both professional and academic experience.
A current academic transcript (with clearly visible Cumulative GPA).
A 750-word essay describing a divorce that had a positive outcome for those involved as opposed to the negative experience that is usually associated with divorce.
Please be advised that all essays will be examined for AI-generated writing. If any AI-generated content is detected in the essay, the application will be denied.

2025 Single Parent Scholarship

To be eligible for this scholarship, students must be a current high school senior, vocational student, college student or graduate student and the student must be enrolled in any form of higher education for the 2025 Fall semester.
This scholarship is open to those who are a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.
All employees of Maschka, Riedy, Ries & Frentz, their family and household members are not able to apply for this scholarship.
To be considered for this scholarship, the applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall academic standing.

Who Inspires You Scholarship

Application Requirements

To apply for this scholarship, please submit the following:

A current resume and school transcript
An essay of 500-1,000 words discussing who has inspired you to be the person you are now or are becoming. What have they done or continue to do, and how has that impacted your life?

To be considered, an application for this scholarship must include:

A school resume
A recent transcript
A 500-750 word article with thoughtful ideas promoting innovative and effective educational, legislative and enforcement programs to prevent drunk driving.

2024 Mediation & Conversations Scholarship

The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, college student, or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who is enrolled in a two to five-year post-secondary institution for the 2024-2025 school year.
Employees of Dolan Divorce Lawyers, PLLC, their immediate families, and individuals living in the same households as such individuals (whether related or not) are not eligible to participate.
Candidates for this scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and good overall academic standing.

Application Requirements

The candidate must submit a 750-1,000 word essay response to the prompt:
Write about a time during which you helped mediate a conflict, argument, or otherwise uncomfortable or frustrating situation between peers. What was the conflict? How did it arise? What communicative tools did you engage in to help mediate or solve it? What did the experience teach you about communication for future conflicts or challenging scenarios?
The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic.
The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.

The 2024 Share the Road Scholarship is open to all individuals who share our commitment to road safety and reducing accidents. Applicants are invited to share their ideas on how we can encourage good driving habits and make our roads safer for everyone, including pedestrians, motorcyclists, bicyclists, and other road users. Whether it be through education, enforcement, or innovation, we want to hear your ideas on how we can make a difference. The deadline for submitting an application is September 30.

Our team at Sussman Law Firm believes in empowering immigrants and first-generation individuals across the United States. Immigration is an essential and vital aspect of the US, and we want to help first-generation students work toward their educational and professional dreams. Through our Empowering Immigrants Scholarship, we aim to do just that by giving back to a student who either immigrated to the US or is a first-generation college student. In 750-1000 words, please share your or your family’s immigration story, what struggles you overcame, and how this story pushes you towards your educational goals. The winner of this scholarship will receive an award of $1,000 toward their college education. All applications must be submitted by September 30th, 2024.

An updated resumé that includes academic, professional, and volunteer experiences focused on community service and citizenry.
A 500 – 1,000 word essay that answers the following question: What is one of the most important ways an individual can serve their community, and how have you served your community in this way?
A current official academic transcript indicates that the candidate’s cumulative grade-point average is 3.0 or greater. (Note: applicants who cannot furnish an official transcript from their current institution may submit both an unofficial transcript from their current place of learning, as well as an official transcript from the last school they attended.)

The candidate must submit a 500-1,000 word essay response to the prompt: Share a story about going through a personal transformation that resulted in becoming a better version of yourself.
The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic.
The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.
Preference may be given to students either from or attending secondary school in the state.

D'Amico & Pettinicchi Truth Scholarship

The candidate must fill out the form below with all necessary information
The deadline to apply is September 30th, 2024
The candidate must submit a 750-1000 word essay response to the prompt: How would you describe the importance of truth and honesty in the judicial system and the degree to which it is respected currently? In your experience, how does this compare to the role of truth in your own life and in society as a whole?
Please note that all essays will be checked for AI writing. If AI writing is deemed present in the essay, the application will be denied.
The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic.
The candidate must submit a transcript from their current law school. Applicants may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school.
Preference will be given to students either from or attending secondary school in the state of Connecticut, but students throughout the United States are encouraged to apply.
The recipient of the D’Amico & Pettinicchi Truth Scholarship will be chosen during the month following the scholarship deadline.

Citizenship
One must be a United States citizen or resident
- Studentship
One must be enrolled full-time in high school or part-time or full-time in college, trade school, or graduate school
- Age
One need to be 18 years old or older
- GPA
One must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Recipient is a U.S. citizen enrolled at an accredited college or university within the United States
Has a disability diagnosis from any person qualified to make a diagnosis
Completed at least one semester of classes at an accredited college or university.

Requirements
In order to apply for the Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. 2024 Medical School Diversity Scholarship Program, an applicant must submit the following items on or before Oct. 1, 2024:

A completed scholarship application form. (Located at the bottom of page).
A one-page typed essay describing how you have utilized your time promoting ethnic diversity within your community. Alternatively, you may write about how you will use your medical degree to promote ethnic diversity in the future.
A certified, official copy of medical school transcript.

Applicant is a U.S. citizen currently attending a paralegal education program within the United States.
Applicant must have completed at least one semester of classes at a paralegal education program.
A completed scholarship application form. (Located at the bottom of page)
A 500-750 word typed essay, describing your educational career and goals. Explain how you plan to achieve these goals and any adversity that you may face on your journey to success.
A certified, official copy of paralegal school transcript.

In order to apply for the Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. 2024 Law School Diversity Scholarship Program an applicant must submit the following items on or before Oct. 1, 2024:

A completed scholarship application form. (Located at the bottom of page)
A one-page typed essay describing how you have utilized your time promoting ethnic diversity within your community. Alternatively, you may write about how you will use your law degree to promote ethnic diversity in the future.
A certified, official copy of law school transcript.

Sports Gear Swag

Must be 18 years or older
Must be a legal resident of United States or hold a valid student visa
Must be currently enrolled in or accepted to a full-time undergraduate or graduate program in an accredited U.S. university, college, or school

How to Apply

The applicant must write a 500-word essay on one of the following subjects:


The Benefits of Playing Sports Competitively
The Importance of Sportsmanship in Competitive Sports
The Psychological and Physical Benefits of Youth Involvement in Sports

Requirements
The applicant is required to complete the form below, providing all necessary information.
The applicant must submit two short essays (no more than 350 words each) in response to the following prompts:
How has being a Veteran or the child of a Veteran impacted your life?
What are your professional goals? What motivates you?
* Please note that all essays will be checked for AI writing. If AI writing is deemed present in the essay, the application will be denied.
The applicant must submit a comprehensive resume detailing their professional and academic experiences.
The applicant must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.

The candidate must submit an essay to the following prompt:

How has did your foster care experience shape you into the person you are today? What advice would you give to your younger self?

The candidate must submit a resumé that lists their professional and academic experience.

The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school and the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.

An updated resumé listing academic, professional, and volunteer experiences
A current or your most recent official or unofficial academic transcript. If you are a high school senior, you must also submit proof of acceptance to your college or university.
A 750-1,000 word essay sharing an inspiring story about your favorite teacher or professor and how they have influenced you life and/or education

The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, vocational student, college student or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who is enrolled in a vocational program or two to four year post-secondary institution for the Spring 2025 semester.
Employees of Berkowitz Hanna Malpractice & Injury Lawyers, their immediate families (parent, child, sibling, and spouse), and persons living in the same households of such individuals (whether related or not), are not eligible to participate in the competition.
Candidates for this scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall academic standing.

The candidate must fill out the form below with all necessary information
The candidate must submit a 750-1000 word essay response to the prompt: Write an essay that delves into the collective efforts within your community to support and uplift one another. Explore the various ways in which individuals come together to volunteer, collaborate with organizations, and provide aid to those in need. Highlight the transformative power of community engagement and the ripple effect it creates in fostering a culture of compassion and solidarity.
Please note that all essays will be checked for AI writing. If AI writing is deemed present in the essay, the application will be denied.
The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic.
The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.
Preference will be given to student’s either from or attending secondary school in the state.

The candidate must fill out the form below with all necessary information
An original essay of no less than 500 words in response to the following prompt:
Outline your approach to raising awareness about the campus challenges you’ve encountered. Share your insights into how our society can create an inclusive environment where survivors feel empowered in telling their personal stories.
Please note that all essays will be checked for AI writing. If AI writing is deemed present in the essay, the application will be denied.
A current resume that includes updated contact information as well as a statement of present educational level or student status.
Most recent academic transcript from your current institution (unofficial formats are acceptable); freshmen will be permitted to use unofficial documents from the most recent school attended together with any materials obtainable from their present school.
Preference may be given to student’s either from or attending secondary school in the state.

An updated resumé listing academic, professional, and volunteer experiencesA current or your most recent official or unofficial academic transcript. If you are a high school senior, you must also submit proof of acceptance to your college or university. A 750-1,000 word essay explaining what the word “family” means to you. Be sure to explain your household situation and how it has shaped you as an individual. Please be advised that all essays will be reviewed to detect any instances of AI-generated writing. If such writing is found, the application will be rejected

2024 DP Law Encouraging Diversity Scholarship

Northern Virginia Criminal Defense Group 2024 Local Conservation Scholarship

All those who apply for the Local Conservation Scholarship must be in good academic standing with their current educational institution, with a GPA of 3.0 or greater. Candidates for this scholarship must demonstrate a commitment to environmental conservation using past and present volunteer, professional, and educational experiences. Candidates must be entering an accredited community college, college, university, or post-graduate program.

The candidate must fill out the form below with all necessary information
The candidate must submit a 750-1000 word essay response to the prompt: Write an essay that delves into the collective efforts within your community to support and uplift one another. Explore the various ways in which individuals come together to volunteer, collaborate with organizations, and provide aid to those in need. Highlight the transformative power of community engagement and the ripple effect it creates in fostering a culture of compassion and solidarity.
Please note that all essays will be checked for AI writing. If AI writing is deemed present in the essay, the application will be denied.
The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic.
The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.
Preference will be given to student’s either from or attending secondary school in the state.

The applicant must submit a 750-1,000 word essay answering the following question: What does social justice mean to you?
The applicant must submit their resumé that includes academic and professional experience, as well as up-to-date contact information. Please include both your current school and your upcoming school (if applicable) as your educational experience. Applicants who do not indicate their enrollment in a post-secondary educational institution for the Fall 2024 academic year will not be considered.
The applicant must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, in addition to a recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students are also asked to submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.

The candidate must submit a 500-750 word essay response to the prompt: Discuss the challenges that you have encountered and how they have affected your life path. Detail how you overcame said challenges and pursued an advanced degree.
The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic.
The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. The candidate may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school.
Preference will be given to student’s either from or attending secondary school in the state.