Submit an essay about yourself and something or someone who has made a positive impact in your life. Must be planning to attend college in the fall. Available for students who attend Cosby, Clover Hill, Midlothian or Manchester high schools.
Applicants need to write an essay about a Virginian who supported the US in the War of 1812. See high school counselor for additional details.
PURPOSE
This contest is designed to give high school students in Virginia an opportunity to express creative ideas
and concepts, conduct research, think critically, practice public speaking skills, and subsequently receive
recognition. It also presents a golden opportunity for our Conference on Education attendees to witness
firsthand the remarkable caliber of students from across the Commonwealth, providing a vibrant
showcase of excellence in education.
In 2021, bbgb celebrated 11 years as an independent bookshop by offering our first-ever scholarship to one high school senior in the greater Richmond area. Since then, our goal has been to make this an annual opportunity for high school seniors, so we’re incredibly excited this year to offer a scholarship in the form of $1,000. Recipients will also receive 10 copies of the book featured in their application essay to give to members of their community.
The contest is open to contestants under the age of 19 as of October 1st of the current Optimist International contest year (October 1 – September 30) and who have not yet completed secondary school or its equivalent, including CEGEP students in Québec, Canada. There is no minimum age. Students must enter in the District in which they reside (see application for additional information).
This scholarship seeks to honor the life and legacy of Chris Jones by supporting students who share his passions.
Any high school senior in Virginia who is an innovative, community-minded change agent may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they will begin their bachelor’s degree in the Fall.
To apply, tell us how you have made a difference in your community so far and how you plan to make even more of an impact going forward.
The Fourth Circuit Student Essay Contest is open to all students currently in grades 6 through 12 from Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia.
To enter the program, you must submit a written essay with at least 1,000 words or a video essay between 5-6 minutes in length. We are seeking thoughtful, well-researched ideas that offer a fresh take on the dangers of texting and driving. The tone can be light-hearted or serious, as long as it is informative, helpful, and original.
Write about a Virginian who Served in the United States Military whose Story Inspires You
The Virginia War Memorial (VWM) in Richmond is calling on students for entries to the Virginia War Memorial’s 2024 Veterans Day Essay Contest.
This annual competition is open to all Virginia middle and high school age public, private, and homeschooled students. One winner will be selected from among all middle school entries (grades 6-8) and one from high school entries (grades 9-12).
The essay topic for the 2024 contest is “A Virginian who served in the United States military who inspires you.”
High school students in Virginia are invited to honor outstanding African Americans by participating in Dominion Energy and the Library of Virginia’s Strong Men & Women in Virginia History student contest. This year’s contest is built around the inquiry process of project-based learning and is designed to hit grade-specific standards through a multidisciplinary approach. Students will use and develop creative and critical thinking skills as they clearly communicate contemporary issues that concern them. Winners will receive an Apple MacBook Air and $1,000 for their schools. Four winning projects will be chosen, one project from each of four regions in the state.
For high school seniors planning to pursue a post-secondary education. An essay about a school counselor who has made a difference in your academic, career and/or social-emotional development is required. The school counselor who the student writes about must be a certified school counselor and a member of the VSCA.
WRTC is offering high school seniors in their service area an opportunity to receive scholarship money for college by writing an essay or creating a video in regards to organ donation. See link for specific criteria for these lucrative scholarships.
Available for BayPort Credit Union members. Applicants must be high school seniors or home schooled students to qualify. Essay winners will receive a $8,000 scholarship ($2,000 each year for four years to an accredited college or university, with the stipulation that each recipient must maintain a 3.0 GPA each year to continue receiving the award.) The money must be used within one year after graduation. Each applicant must write an essay.
Essay contest for any Virginia high school senior who plans to attend a college or university in the State of Virginia in the fall. Each year the essay is about a historical document that played an important role in the establishment of our nation. Entries should be limited to 1,500 words and be an original essay following the award criteria and written for this competition. Two copies of each entry must be mailed with a competed application form. Contact high school counselor for more information.
The Virginia Council on Women (Council) will provide one merit-based and one need-based scholarship
to female high school seniors in each of the five geographic regions across the Commonwealth through a Science,
Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics, and Healthcare (STEAM-H) essay contest.
Karen Von Bernewitz Memorial Scholarship
June 4, 2025
Raymond W. Walsh Video Production Scholarship
June 4, 2025
Southern Agricultural Industry Advancement Scholarship
May 28, 2025
Virginia Association of Volunteer Rescue Squads – The Kevin Dillard Leadership of Tomorrow Scholarship
April 9, 2025
GRASP Pathway Scholarship and Stipend
March 28, 2025
