For many seniors, college application season is a significant priority. While completing college apps, students also search for scholarships to make their future plans more affordable. From scholarships that don’t require essays to ones that give out thousands of dollars, the GH Falcon composed a list of the top scholarships for high school students.
If you are looking for a scholarship that requires little to no effort, then Niche Scholarships are the way to go. These do not require an essay, a minimum GPA or a recommendation. Niche scholarships are given out every month and the scholarship is randomly given to one winner. The recipient is awarded $2,000.
With 91,000 applicants, the Coca-Cola Scholarship is regarded as one of the most prestigious scholarships students can get. 150 winners are chosen, with each being awarded $20,000 to use at their college of choice. The Coca-Cola Scholarship requires that the applicants must be in high school and have a minimum 3.00 GPA. The scholarship does not require any essay and the application period runs from August to October each year.
The National Merit Scholarship is a challenging scholarship to acquire. To be eligible for this scholarship, one must take the PSAT during their junior year of high school and get a qualifying score (which varies from year to year). They then must complete an application, which includes writing an essay and getting a recommendation letter. Applicants are evaluated based on their GPA, SAT/ACT score, extracurriculars and essay. National merit scholars receive $2,500 dollars for any school they would like to attend. Many colleges also award winners with additional monetary benefits.
Doodle for Google is a scholarship for those who want to make use of their artistic talents. To receive this scholarship, one must draw a logo for Google. The design will be evaluated by multiple judges, and the winning doodle will be placed on Google’s homepage for a day. The national winner will receive a $30,000 scholarship for any college they attend, a $50,000 technology package for the school they currently attend and Google hardware and merch. The five finalists who did not win the scholarship receive a $5000 scholarship for any college they desire and some technology from Google. Every year, Doodle for Google opens on Jan. 11 and runs through March.
The Dell scholarship program gives money to students from low-income families. The scholarship has multiple requirements, including a minimum GPA of 2.40 and evidence of overcoming adversity and a need for financial aid. The winner of this scholarship is awarded $20,000. For 2023, the scholarship opened on Oct. 1 and will close on Dec. 1.
No matter what college you decide to attend, scholarships can help you reach your goals. Feel free to check out these scholarships as you create your post-high school plans.
