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There are thousands of scholarships out there. Below you will find many scholarships, most with general eligibility requirements. My goal is to share some lesser-known scholarships with my readers every Saturday.

Don’t wait. Apply for these great scholarships today! And, if you missed the last Scholarship Saturday, check it out. There are scholarships there that are still open! You can also find scholarships on my other scholarship lists, such as scholarships with requirements based on your state, major, grade level, ethnicity, or religion. And, lastly, check out my list of scholarships with September and October deadlines.

Only brief information about each scholarship is listed. Therefore, you are encouraged to visit the scholarship websites to get further details about eligibility and requirements.

Here are 40 scholarships for Saturday, September 23, 2023.

New York Pass Education Scholarship
Sponsor: The New York Pass by Go City
Amount: $4,000 & Six 1-day passes
Closing Date: September 29, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and students in the U.S. on a student visa who are currently studying at a college or university in the U.S. at the time entry. Applicant must look through the New York Pass website and tell them the attractions they’d love to experience the most and why.

Giving Back to the Community Scholarship
Sponsor: Grungo Colarulo
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current students enrolled in an accredited community college, undergraduate, or graduate program in the United States who at have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to community service.

ATE Ballistic Helmet Scholarships
Sponsor: Hard Head Veterans
Amount: $1,000 + ATE Ballistic Helmet
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students accepted or enrolled for full-time enrollment at an accredited two-year American institution who are seeking to become a police officer.

Gen.G Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor: Gen.G Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 2, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to undergraduate students of all majors interested in gaming, esports, entrepreneurship, journalism or content creation, including international students, enrolled in a 4-year US accredited university or college for the 2023-2024 school year can apply.

Future Academy Scholarship
Sponsor: RIG | Nacon
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: October 9, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students in the United States. Applicant must submit an essay on how gaming has helped them in academics OR create a two-minute video on how gaming has helped them in academics.

What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up Annual Art Contest
Sponsor: Nvigate
Amount: Up to $1,000
Closing Date: October 13, 2023
Description: Contest is open to students attending a public, private, religious, charter or home school located within the State of Nevada and who are enrolled in Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, or 1st through 12th grades. Applicant must submit a piece of art on the prompt: “What do you want to be when you grow up?”

Aspiriant Impact Scholarship
Sponsor: Certified Financial Planning Board of Standards, Inc.
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students enrolled in an undergraduate or certificate-level CFP Board Registered Program. Applicant must also be from an underrepresented population within the financial planning profession in terms of gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation, AND/OR must have a demonstrated financial need, as explained in an essay to be submitted during the application process.

Barbara A. Cooley Master’s Scholarship
Sponsor: Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE)
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to master’s level students who are currently enrolled in a health education program at an accredited college or university in the United States or a U.S. territory.

BDIW Law Scholarships
Sponsor: BDIW Law
Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current undergraduate and graduate students. Applicant must submit an essay on the following prompt: “How is liability determined in a car accident?”

Bill Kane Undergraduate Scholarship
Sponsor: Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE)
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to undergraduate health education majors who attend an accredited college/university in the United States or a U.S. territory.

Binkley Toys Scholarship
Sponsor: Custom Plush Toys
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to U.S. Citizens who are enrolled full-time with an accredited college or university with at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicant must submit one recommendation and an example of you having exhibited exceptional qualities of leadership and academic achievement.

Chick Evans Scholarship for Caddies
Sponsor: Evans Scholars Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students who have a strong caddie record and excellent academics. Applicant must have completed their junior year of high school with above a B average. Applicant must plan to attend an institution with an Evans Scholars Program (list of institutions available on website).

CJ Pony Parts Scholarship Video Contest
Sponsor: CJ Pony Parts
Amount: $500
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to U.S. residents who will be enrolled in post-secondary education in their next semester. Applicant must submit a video that is under three minutes on one of several given topics related to cars.

Connect BBC Scholarship
Sponsor: Connect BBC
Amount: $500
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to full-time college juniors and seniors, as well as graduate students. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicants must submit an essay on a given topic related to international tourism or the ground passenger transportation industry.

Daniels Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Daniels Fund
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors from schools in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming. Applicant must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and demonstrate financial need. Applicant must demonstrate exceptional character, leadership, and a commitment to serving their communities.

DEED Educational Scholarships
Sponsor: American Public Power Association (APPA)
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to full-time students attending an accredited institution in the United States. Applicant must be working toward a career at an electric utility. Applicant must also be attending school in a county with at least one DEED member utility and be sponsored by a DEED member. See website for specific information.

ExtremeTerrain’s Student Scholarship
Sponsor: ExtremeTerrain
Amount: $3,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students who are/will be pursuing a degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Research, Land Use, Earth & Atmosphere Studies, Sustainable Land Management, Parks and Recreation, or Sustainable Agriculture Systems during the spring term.

Hopi Tribe Scholarship Program
Sponsor: The Hopi Tribe
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to Hopi students pursuing post-secondary and professional degrees.

Joe King Scholarship
Sponsor: Council of College and Military Educators
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to uniformed service members (active, reserves, guard) who are currently enrolled in an educational program at a regional or national accredited institution and is a member institution of CCME.

Loretta Cornett-Huff Scholarship
Sponsor: Council of College and Military Educators
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to spouses of uniformed service members (active, reserve, guard, veteran) who are currently enrolled in an educational program in a regional or national accredited institution and is a member institution of CCME.

Military Child Scholarship
Sponsor: Council of College and Military Educators
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to children of Active-Duty Service members, Drilling Reservists, or National Guard members and are currently enrolled in a regionally or nationally accredited post-secondary educational program with a CCME member institution.

NCJW/LA Scholarship Program
Sponsor: National Council of Jewish Women | Los Angeles
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarships are open to students who live and attend school in the Greater Los Angeles area, including Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and Ventura Counties. Applicant must be trying to better their lives through education in the aftermath of trauma, loss and other setbacks. There are scholarships open to all majors and specific scholarships for nursing majors, mothers, non-traditional students, education majors, and film/television/cinema/theater majors.

NEWH | Atlanta Chapter Scholarship
Sponsor: NEWH: The Hospitality Industry Network – Atlanta Chapter
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students attending an accredited college in Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina or Alabama. Applicant must have completed at least half the requirements for a degree and must be pursuing a career objective in the Hospitality industry (Hotel/Restaurant management, Culinary, Food Service, Architecture, Design, etc).

NJSGA Caddie Scholarship
Sponsor: NJSGA Caddie Scholarship Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarships are open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students who have caddied at a New Jersey State Golf Association club for at least two seasons.

NSCA Foundation Scholarships
Sponsor: National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) Foundation
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarships are open to high school seniors and college students who are or will be pursuing careers in strength and conditioning. The foundation offers multiple scholarships.

Pretty Photoshop Actions Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Pretty Photoshop Actions
Amount: $500
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students in the United States or Canada. Applicant must submit an essay on a topic related to Photoshop.

Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship
Sponsor: Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE)
Amount: Up to $1,750
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in a field related to one of the disciplines represented by SHAPE (health education, physical education, physical activity, dance, sport).

Scholarly Paper Competition
Sponsor: National Opera Association
Amount: $500
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Competition is open to any interested author. Applicant must submit a paper on any topic related to opera.

Scholarships4mom.net Scholarship
Sponsor: Scholarships4Moms.net
Amount: $10,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to legal U.S. residents who are at least 18 years of age and currently enrolled, or will be enrolled within the next three months, in a college or university in the United States. Applicant must be a mother or an expectant mother.

Sheriff’s Association of Texas Youth Scholarship
Sponsor: Sheriffs’ Association of Texas
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to sons, daughters, and grandchildren of sheriffs, former sheriffs, sheriff’s office employees or peace officers in the state of Texas who are currently enrolled in college.

Stamps Scholars Program
Sponsor: The Stamps Foundation
Amount: Up to full tuition, room and board, fees, books, transportation, and miscellaneous) for four years.
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship program is open to graduating high school seniors and rising college juniors who are driven and talented. To be eligible for the Stamps Scholars program, applicant must apply for admission at one of the Stamps Scholars partner schools across the United States and into the United Kingdom (see website for list and visit partner schools for specific requirements). October 15 is the earliest deadline for a partner school – see website for specific college deadlines.

Undergraduate Scholarship
Sponsor: O’Connor, Parsons, Lane & Noble
Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current undergraduate students. Applicant must submit an essay on the following prompt: “Many forms of medicine such as Actos and Accutane contain threatening side-effects with long-term consequences. As an attorney, what measurements will you take to help promote safety and wellness for people who may be unaware of these dangers?”

Varsity Tutors College Scholarship Contest
Sponsor: Varsity Tutors
Amount: $200
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are 16 years of age or older. Applicant must submit an essay on the following prompt: “Describe a book you have read that has deeply impacted you and explain why.”

Veteran Scholarship
Sponsor: Council of College and Military Educators
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to prior uniformed service members (active, reserves, guard) who are currently enrolled in an educational program at a regional or national accredited institution and is a member institution of CCME.

Veterans United Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor: Veterans United Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to a surviving spouse or a surviving child of a deceased service member or Veteran of the U.S. Military who is currently enrolled or planning to enroll in a college or university by the fall semester.

Veterinary Scholarships
Sponsor: Nebraska Veterinary Medical Association
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students who have completed two semesters of veterinary education and are pursuing completion of the professional program. Applicant must be a graduate of a Nebraska High School or State of Nebraska approved Home School program.

Workforce Credentials Scholarship
Sponsor: Council of College and Military Educators
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current or prior uniformed Service member, spouse, or child of a uniformed Service member. Applicant must be be currently enrolled in a credit-bearing or non-degree seeking program with a DoD Skillbridge provider that is also a CCME member institution/organization (reference list here) OR be currently enrolled in a credit-bearing or non-degree seeking program validated by the U.S. Department of Labor or a State Apprenticeship Agency and offered by a CCME member institution/organization (reference list here) that will result in an industry-recognized credential to include certification, licensure, or work experience programs (e.g. internship, apprenticeship).

FSF Case Study Competition
Sponsor: Fashion Scholarship Fund
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: October 16, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to full-time students enrolled at one of the 60 member schools listed on the FSF website. Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA and must be considering opportunities in the fashion industry after graduation.

Mechanical One Scholarship
Sponsor: Mechanical One
Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: October 16, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students pursuing an certification, certificate, associates, bachelors, or masters in engineering or a related area of study. Applicant must submit an essay on the following prompt: “What is the future of air, heating, plumbing and electric and what are the steps we should take towards saving energy and reducing environmental impact?”

The Music Center Spotlight Program
Sponsor: The Music Center
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: October 16, 2023
Description: Program is open to Southern California high school students who have talent in Acting, Non-Classical Voice, Classical Voice, Non-Classical Dance, Ballet, Jazz Instrumental and Classical Instrumental. Applicant must submit an audition video.

Note: Please use my scholarship lists as just one of the resources you use to look for scholarships. Here are 16 places to look for scholarships.

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There are thousands of scholarships out there. Below you will find many scholarships, most with general eligibility requirements. My goal is to share some lesser-known scholarships with my readers every Saturday.

Don’t wait. Apply for these great scholarships today! And, if you missed the last Scholarship Saturday, check it out. There are scholarships there that are still open! You can also find scholarships on my other scholarship lists, such as scholarships with requirements based on your state, major, grade level, ethnicity, or religion. And, lastly, check out my list of scholarships with September deadlines.

Only brief information about each scholarship is listed. Therefore, you are encouraged to visit the scholarship websites to get further details about eligibility and requirements.

Here are 28 scholarships for Saturday, September 9, 2023.

NEWH | Houston Chapter Scholarship
Sponsor: NEWH: The Hospitality Industry Network – Houston Chapter
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: September 27, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students attending an accredited college in Arkansas, Louisiana, or Southern Texas. Applicant must have completed at least half the requirements for a degree and must be pursuing a career objective in the Hospitality industry (Hotel/Restaurant management, Culinary, Food Service, Architecture, Design, etc.)

$2,000 “No Essay” College Scholarship
Sponsor: Niche
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to high school, college, and graduate students and those planning to enroll within 12 months. Applicant must be a legal resident of the United States or an international student with a valid visa. Applicant must log in to Niche or create a free account to apply for the scholarship.

Cappex Easy College Money Scholarship
Sponsor: Cappex
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to high school and college students in the United States who are/will be enrolled in college within the next 12 months. Applicant must create a Cappex profile (if they don’t have one already), share about their extracurricular activities, leadership, and volunteer activities, and then search Cappex for scholarships.

Courage to Grow Scholarship
Sponsor: Courage To Grow
Amount: $500
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to juniors and seniors in high school and college students with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Applicant must explain in 250 words or less why they believe they should be awarded the scholarship.

Discover Student Loans Scholarship
Sponsor: Discover Financial Services
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors and undergraduate students who are 16 years of age or older. Applicant must sign up to receive helpful tips on planning and paying for college and they will be automatically entered into the sweepstakes.

National CPR Foundation Healthcare and Education Scholarship Program
Sponsor: National CPR Foundation
Amount: $500
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming and current college students who are at least 18 years of age and have a minimum GPA of 2.8. Applicant must be currently or planning to be enrolled in school majoring in a healthcare or education-related field.

Nitro College Scholarship
Sponsor: Nitro
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to legal residents of the United States who is at least 17 years of age or older. Applicant must meet one of the five following eligibility requirements: 1) a parent of a student currently enrolled in an accredited college, 2) a student who is currently enrolled in an accredited college, 3) a parent who has a student enrolled as a high school senior, 4) a current high school senior, or 5) a student or parent whose child has graduated from an accredited undergraduate school and who is currently paying back a student or parent loan.

Plan for College Sweepstakes
Sponsor: SallieMae
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are of the age of majority in the jurisdiction in which they reside and who are students, parents, guidance counselors, or financial aid officers at the time of entry. Applicant must complete an online registration form.

School Survey Sweepstakes
Sponsor: Niche
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Sweepstakes is open to current high school students, high school alumni who graduated within the last four years, and the parents of those students or alumni. Individual must take a survey on a United States high school.

The $1,000 SuperCollege Scholarship
Sponsor: SuperCollege.com
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current high school seniors, college students, graduate school students and returning adult students who will enroll in a college or university. Applicant must fill out a short form.

Too Cool to Pay for School Scholarship
Sponsor: Access Scholarships
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to high school, college, and graduate school students of all years who are U.S. residents, DACA and undocumented students, or international students currently studying in the U.S.

Uniform Advantage – GNSA Scholarship
Sponsor: American Association of Colleges of Nursing
Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students enrolled in master’s and doctoral programs who are committed to making a positive impact on the nation’s health and health care.

Writers of the Future Contest
Sponsor: L. Ron Hubbard Library
Amount: Up to $1,000
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
Description: Contest is open only to those who have not professionally published a novel or short novel, or more than one novelette, or more than three short stories, in any medium.

Chicago Culinary Museum and Chefs Hall of Fame Scholarship
Sponsor: Chicago Culinary Museum and Chefs Hall of Fame
Amount: $500
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students currently enrolled in an accredited Culinary or Hospitality Management program. Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Clifford H. “Ted” Rees, Jr. Scholarship
Sponsor: Clifford H. “Ted” Rees, Jr. Scholarship Foundation
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students enrolled in a HVACR training program at an accredited school. In addition to the general scholarship, there is a scholarship specifically for military veterans.

Deborah E. Trautman Future Nurse Leader Scholarship
Sponsor: American Association of Colleges of Nursing
Amount: $3,500
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to graduate nursing students who aspire to leadership positions in academic nursing.

Disability Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C.
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students who have completed at least one semester of classes at an accredited college or university. Applicant must have a disability diagnosis from any person qualified to make a diagnosis.

Future Business Leaders Scholarship
Sponsor: Brewer Long Business Law
Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is opening to incoming and current undergraduate and graduate students who will be enrolled in the Spring semester. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to law.

Grant Program for Dependents of Correctional Officers
Sponsor: Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC)
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Grants are open to residents of Illinois who are enrolled at least half-time at an ISAC-approved Illinois two- or four-year college. There is a grant available to dependents of police or fire officers and dependents of correctional officers.

Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair Scholarship
Sponsor: Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors planning to major in agriculture, veterinary medicine, or other fields of study. Applicant must be a resident of one of the following Florida counties: Duval, Baker, Bradford, Clay, Nassau, or St. Johns County.

JMJ Phillip Group College Scholarships
Sponsor: JMJ Phillip Group
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who will be majoring in STEM (science, technology, engineering, or math).

Law School Diversity Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C.
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students who have shown academic achievement as reflected by a minimum 3.0 GPA and have completed at least one semester of classes at an accredited law school. Applicant must be a member of an ethnic or racial minority or any individual who demonstrates a defined commitment to issues of diversity within their academic career.

Lithuanian Foundation Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Lithuanian Foundation
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current undergraduate and graduate students of Lithuanian heritage.

Medical Diversity Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C.
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students who have shown academic achievement as reflected by a minimum 3.0 GPA and have completed at least one semester of classes at an accredited medical school. Applicant must be a member of an ethnic, racial, or other minority or any individual who demonstrates a defined commitment to issues of diversity within their community.

Military Spouse Scholarships & Caregiver Scholarships
Sponsor: Hope For The Warriors
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to post-9/11 spouses and caregivers who are undergraduate or graduate degree students. In addition to the general scholarships, there scholarships open specifically to those pursuing entry-level classes or training, spouses of the fallen, and MSW students.

Raymond Davis Scholarship
Sponsor: Society of Imaging Science and Technology (IS&T)
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to advanced-level undergraduate and graduate students with an academic and/or research focus in a field related to imaging.

Rosy Salon Software Scholarship
Sponsor: Professional Beauty Association
Amount: $250
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students currently enrolled in a cosmetology, barber or esthetics program in the U.S. or Canada resulting in a cosmetology, barber or esthetics license. At least half of the scholarships will be awarded to minority students.

Southern California Movers Scholarship
Sponsor: HireAHelper
Amount: $500
Closing Date: October 1, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current college students who are residents of the state of California and are attending an accredited college or university in one of the following counties: San Diego, Riverside, Orange, San Bernardino, or Los Angeles. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to a moving experience.

Note: Please use my scholarship lists as just one of the resources you use to look for scholarships. Here are 16 places to look for scholarships.

Want to stay in the loop? Follow my blog to be notified when new articles are published. You can also follow me on Twitter, Facebook or Pinterest for information on college admissions.