Virginia Scholarships for High School and College Students

The Akerson Family Foundation Scholarship is a four-year renewable scholarship worth up to a maximum of $50,000. The scholarship is awarded annually to a select group of first-generation, college-bound seniors from Arlington (VA) Public Schools, Alexandria City (VA) Public Schools, or Fairfax County (VA) Public Schools who demonstrate strong academic skills, financial need, and community/school engagement.  ELIGIBILITY:Applicant must be a high school senior graduating from Arlington Public Schools, Alexandria City Public Schools, or Fairfax County Public Schools in Spring 2025 and applying for college admission/enrollment in Fall 2025 at any four-year, accredited college/university OR any two-year community college (excluding any...

Are you a hard-working student with experience overcoming challenges to achieve your goals? The Michael Wassmer Foundation is proud to award multiple $30,000 need-based scholarships annually to outstanding students in the Richmond area.Recipients of The Michael Wassmer Foundation Scholarships will each receive a total of $30,000 paid directly to their school, in four annual installments. If you see yourself in Mike’s story and meet the eligibility criteria below, please  apply to be a Wassmer Scholar!EligibilityTo be eligible for a Michael Wassmer Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must:Reside in the City of Richmond or any of the following counties: Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico...

The Elizabeth Koury Scholarship was established to recognize outstanding Northern Virginia high school seniors who plan to enter the field of medicine. The scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate students who demonstrate strength of character and dedication to improving the lives of others through medicine. The scholarship will make a significant contribution to the education of a student who might otherwise have difficulty paying for college.Amount$5,000/per year for 4 years for a total of $20,000. Renewal is dependent on academic good standing and full-time enrollment in an accredited college or university. Two scholarships awarded per year.CriteriaGraduating high school seniors who...

The mission of the Virginia Lakes and Watersheds Association is to promote and educate the public on good lake and watershed management, encourage sustainable stormwater management practices and protect the welfare of lakes and other water resources within the Commonwealth.The Virginia Lakes and Watersheds Association Scholarship Committee members solicit and evaluate the scholarship applications. The applicants are ranked and a recommendation for the annual scholarship awards is provided to the Virginia Lakes and Watersheds Association Board of Directors. The scholarship committee members promote the scholarship to Virginia residents attending colleges and universities located in Virginia. The scholarship recipients are invited...

The VSCPA Educational Foundation awards $80,000 to students who have completed at least three credit hours in accounting. Both undergraduate and graduate college students are encouraged to apply if they meet the eligibility requirements. See below for eligibility criteria and a full list of scholarships. 2025 applications will open Jan. 1, 2025 and will close at 11:59 p.m., April 1, 2025.Applicants will be considered for all awards that they are eligible for based on their application. Scholarship awards range from $2,500 to $3,000 and are for the 2025-2026 academic year. Scholarships are paid to the recipient's school in June for...

Established in 2003 at East Tennessee Foundation by friends and family of J.C. “Rip” Miller and John Vicars. The scholarship is named to honor these two leaders who placed a high value on encouraging others. They both served the community as lifelong coaches and educators.Scholarship Amount$2,300 one-year awardEligibilityThe Miller/Vicars Scholarship is for graduating seniors of either Gate City, Rye Cove, or Twin Springs High School and live in Scott County, Virginia. Eligible students must be U.S. citizens, have financial need, and plan to enroll in college full-time.Complete the East Tennessee Foundation Common Application between December 15 and March 15 to...

The Virginia High School League (VHSL) annually offers post-secondary school seniors scholarships, paving the way for a brighter future. The VHSL is committed to supporting and investing in Virginia’s youth through these scholarships, providing a stepping stone toward their academic and career goals. We encourage parents and students to seize these scholarship opportunities.VHSL Foundation Achievement AwardThe VHSL Foundation Achievement Award, a $2,000 scholarship funded and awarded annually by the VHSL Foundation, recognizes 19 senior scholar-athletes and scholar-activity participants who have excelled in the classroom and athletic and academic activities and will attend a post-secondary institution. See the application form on...

The Virginia High School League (VHSL) annually offers post-secondary school seniors scholarships, paving the way for a brighter future. The VHSL is committed to supporting and investing in Virginia’s youth through these scholarships, providing a stepping stone toward their academic and career goals. We encourage parents and students to seize these scholarship opportunities.VHSL Foundation Achievement AwardThe VHSL Foundation Achievement Award, a $2,000 scholarship funded and awarded annually by the VHSL Foundation, recognizes 19 senior scholar-athletes and scholar-activity participants who have excelled in the classroom and athletic and academic activities and will attend a post-secondary institution. See the application form on...

VASBO offers three scholarships to deserving high school seniors.One scholarship, the Edie Williams Scholarship, is valued at $2,000 and was created in remembrance of a VASBO Past President whose dedication to our organization and her community was extraordinary. The other two scholarships are valued at $1,500 each.To be eligible, an applicant must be the child or grandchild or stepchild/grandchild of a member in good standing of VASBO. The applicant’s sponsor must be a current VASBO member for three consecutive years, not counting the current year.The successful applicant will be chosen based on the VASBO Scholarship Committee's assessment of the applicant's...

Thank you for your interest in the George E. Allen Academic Scholarship. This scholarship celebrates the life of our firm’s founder, George E. Allen, Sr., who overcame many challenges, including the tragic loss of his mother. He worked to support himself through college and law school, and went on to found Allen, Allen, Allen & Allen, one of the premier personal injury law firms in Virginia and in the country. The scholarship bearing his name is designed to recognize students who, despite obstacles or special challenges, have achieved high standards of performance.The Allen Law Firm is proud to offer the...

The Louise Lightner Jamison Scholarship Fund was established to provide scholarships to benefit high school seniors residing in Prince William County, with a preference for those residing in the Haymarket and Gainesville regions of the County, that will advance their education through the pursuit of an undergraduate degree in the field of education. The Fund was created in honor of Louise Lightner Jamison, the sister of Helen Ray, who was a dedicated educator of young children within the Haymarket region for 42 years. Scholarship awards are made with consideration for involvement in community and extracurricular activities and academic achievement.AmountUp to...

These scholarships are provided by the AGCVA Valley District in memory of Zachary Fletchall (Harman Construction), the president of the Valley District at the time of his death.Students and/or others working towards a career change, who reside in a county within the Valley District (Augusta, Clarke, Frederick, Highland, Page, Rockingham, Shenandoah, and Warren counties) are encouraged to apply. The application provides the full qualifications for the ideal candidate(s).The AGCVA Valley District Zachary Fletchall Memorial Construction Scholarships are funded by the AGCVA Valley District. Each scholarship will be $1,500.Eligibility:Applicant must be a citizen of the United States.Applicant must be a full-time...