As the cost of higher education continues to rise, many college students are looking for ways to pay for their education. Fortunately, there are a variety of scholarships available to help alleviate the financial burden of attending college.
These July scholarships are offered by a wide range of organizations, from private foundations to government agencies, and are available to students of all backgrounds and academic interests. We will provide information on eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and award amounts, so you can find the right scholarship to help you achieve your academic and career goals.
Scholarships in July 2023
ABC Humane Wildlife Women In STEM Scholarship
Application deadline: July 1, 2023
Award: $1,000
The ABC Humane Wildlife Women In STEM Academic Scholarship is intended to support women students who are pursuing a degree in biology, entomology, or a related field. This scholarship is designed to increase the number of women studying and influencing the future of science, including technology, engineering, and math.
Essay topic: (1,000 max) The subject line of your submission must include “Women in STEM Scholarship.” Why are you passionate about science, technology, engineering, or math, and how will your pursuit of these fields help preserve biodiversity, improve the health of our planet, or alleviate human suffering? You do not need to be a United States citizen to apply.
Visit ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention website for more details about this scholarship.
Ascent Summer of Giveaways Scholarships
Application deadline: July 3, 2023 (Enter EVERY WEEK this summer thru August 18)
Award: $1,000
The scholarship program is open to students from all majors, colleges, and technical skills training programs. The program runs for 50 weekdays during the summer, from June through August. The scholarship is available to students who are at least 18 years old and are legal residents of the United States.
For more details, visit the website of Ascent Funding.
Avnet Law National Scholarship
Application deadline: July 15, 2023
Award: $1,000
This scholarship is offered to support a community-minded college or graduate student who has demonstrated a history of community service and involvement.
Applicants must submit a 1,000-word max typed essay on the benefits of community service.
“Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship
Application deadline: July 1, 2023
Award: $25,046
The “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship is funded by Bold.org that’s awarded to the applicant with the “boldest” profile. This scholarship has rolling monthly application deadlines. Students applying earlier will have a greater chance of winning. It’ll be awarded on December 1, 2023.
Learn more about this scholarship program directly on Bold.org website.
Brown Skin Agenda Aesthetics & Cosmetology Scholarship
Application deadline: July 15, 2023
Award: $10,000
Funded by Vitality Institute, this scholarship seeks to support students of color as they pursue certification and careers in cosmetology. Any BIPOC student who is pursuing a career as an esthetician or in the cosmetology industry may apply for this scholarship.
Essay topic: (400-600 words) What inspired you to choose this career path?
Apply now online on the Bold.org website.
Career Search Scholarship
Application deadline: July 1, 2023.
Award: $1,000
The Career Search Scholarship, funded by Realign, Inc., is a scholarship that supports high school seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students who are exploring future careers. Student applicants should enroll in an accredited college or university in the United States. The winner will be announced on August 1, 2023.
Essay topic: (400–600 word essay) What potential careers are you currently exploring or planning to explore while in college? Why do you believe these potential careers will bring you fulfillment?
Learn more about the scholarship on the Bold.org website.
Elite Lawyer Scholarship
Application deadline: July 18, 2023
Award: $1,000
Applicants will be required to submit either a 500-word essay or a 2-minute video presentation in response to the following question: What positive change are you working to bring to your community this year?
Visit the Elite Lawyer website to apply.
Emergency Dentists USA Video Scholarship
Application deadline: July 1, 2023
Award: $1,000
The scholarship is available to high school seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students who are currently enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States. The scholarship is open to students of all majors and requires applicants to submit a video on a dental-related topic. Winners will be announced by August 1, 2023 central time.
Essay topic: 1-2-minute-long video about what superpower you would love to have and how you would use it to help create better dental health in all people! Focus on entertaining us while being creative and innovative with the ideas you can also submit your video to any video-sharing site like Youtube or Vimeo and send a link to this address, along with your name, the school you attend, and your contact information email us a link to the video to scholarship@emergencydentistsusa.com
For questions, visit the website of Emergency Dentists USA.
GeneTex Scholarship Program
Application deadline: July 14, 2023
Award: $2,000
The GeneTex Scholarship Program is a scholarship for students pursuing a STEM undergraduate or graduate degree. The scholarship will be awarded to one student twice a year (open to international students)
Apply online at GeneTex’s website.
GoodRx Helps Equity in Pharmacy Scholarship
Application deadline: July 7, 2023
Award: 10 applicants, $5,000 each
The scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to future pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who identify as part of an underrepresented population in the pharmacy field. To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must be current or recently graduated/certified pharmacy (PharmD) or pharmacy technician students with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
10 applicants with the most compelling ideas for addressing some of the biggest challenges in pharmacy and healthcare will be awarded. Apply directly on their website.
GoodRx Helps Future Black Physicians and Physician Associates Scholarship
Application deadline: July 7, 2023
Award: 10 applicants, $5,000 each
This scholarship helps aims to encourage diversity in medicine by supporting the career growth of Black healthcare professionals. GoodRx Helps is providing financial assistance to students and recent graduates from underrepresented groups in healthcare.
10 applicants with the most compelling ideas for addressing some of the biggest challenges in healthcare will be awarded. Check on their website for more details.
GoodRx Helps Nurses for Change Scholarship
Application deadline: July 7, 2023
Award: 10 applicants, $5,000 each
GoodRx Helps is providing financial assistance to nursing students and recent graduates from underrepresented groups in healthcare.
The 10 applicants with the most compelling ideas for addressing some of the biggest challenges in their profession and the broader healthcare landscape will be awarded $5,000 each.
Apply directly online at Kaleidoscope.
HireAHelper Skilled Trade & Technology Scholarships
Application deadline: July 17, 2023
Award: $2,000
Applicants must be 18 years or over and currently be enrolled (or planning to enroll) as a high school senior, or in a community college, undergraduate, graduate, technical college, or vocational program in the United States.
Visit the HireAHelper website to apply.
Kelly O. Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Application deadline: July 1, 2023
Award: $3,500
The Kelly O. Memorial Nursing Scholarship is funded by Kate Smith and is available to senior high school, undergraduate, and graduate students who are currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program in the United States.
Essay topic: (400–600 word essay) Tell a little about yourself and explain why you are interested in a career in nursing. What area of nursing do you plan to specialize in? How have you prepared yourself for this step in your journey?
Learn more about this scholarship on the Bold.org website.
Kozakov Foundation Fellowship for Creatives
Application deadline: July 1, 2023
Award: $5,135
The fellowship is funded by the Kozakov Foundation, a nonprofit organization, that aims to support one student in their pursuit of an acting education in theater.
Essay topic: (200–300 word essay) Why you’re pursuing an acting career, your goals, and what you’ve accomplished in the field so far. Feel free to attach any portfolio items of your work.
Learn more about the scholarship program here.
Learner Education Women in Mathematics Scholarship
Application deadline: August 1, 2023
Award: $1,000
The Learner Education Women in Mathematics Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship that supports women pursuing a career in mathematics or related fields. The scholarship is open to female undergraduate students or graduating high school seniors who are studying math or related disciplines.
To apply, please write (400–600 words) What draws you to math and how certain principles in math have shaped your understanding of the world around you?
Linda Hicks Memorial Scholarship
Application deadline: July 28, 2023
Award: 1 winner, $1,000
Offered by Bold.org and funded by Calvin Hicks and Tanya Minor, this scholarship seeks to assist African American women who have been directly impacted or have a loved one that has experienced an abusive relationship and/or substance addiction.
Essay topic: (400–600 words) How have you personally been impacted by domestic violence and/or substance abuse? How do you plan to use your higher education to assist in improving the care, coordination, and communication that will ultimately change the outcomes for African American women impacted by this issue?
McDuffie Software Engineering Scholarship
Application deadline: July 15, 2023
Award: 2 winners, $1,000 each
This scholarship aims to encourage women to pursue four-year undergraduate degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field and is interested in becoming a software engineer.
Essay: (400–600 words) Tell about yourself and how this scholarship will help you. What area of software engineering are you most excited to pursue post-grad?
MyMozaic Monthly Scholarship Contest
Application deadline: July 29, 2023
Award: $1,000
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or are lawfully living in the United States and at least 13 years of age on their entry date.
Visit the website of MyMozaic to apply.
Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship
Application deadline: July 1, 2023
Award: $2,000–$3,000
The scholarship is intended to support students who are pursuing a degree in forestry, wildlife, or marine science at a Louisiana public college or university. The scholarship is available to high school seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students who are residents of Louisiana and are pursuing a degree in one of the specified fields.
The scholarship is renewable for up to four years for undergraduate students and two years for graduate students, provided that the student maintains a minimum GPA and meets other eligibility requirements.
Visit the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance website for more information.
Savor Summer College Scholarship
Application deadline: July 1, 2023
Award: $500
To be eligible for this summer scholarship, student applicants should be U.S. citizens and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. This is a non-renewable, one-time award of $500 to be used exclusively to offset costs and fees related directly to the student’s first year of higher post-secondary education at an accredited institution of the student’s choosing within the United States. The winner will be chosen and notified by July 31, 2023.
Essay: (500 words) How are you planning on using YOUR summer vacation?
Studybay Annual Essay Contest
Application deadline: On-going
Award: $500–$5,000
Studybay.com lists various essay contests available for students to participate in. The contests are open to students who are currently enrolled in college in the United States.
The essay topics cover a wide range of subjects, including history, science, literature, and social issues. Each has its own set of rules and guidelines, including word limits (550–1,000 word essay), formatting requirements, and submission deadlines. The prizes for the contests vary, with some offering cash awards, scholarships, or publication opportunities.
Ventana Ocean Conservation Scholarship
Application deadline: July 15,2023
Award: $3,300
This scholarship seeks to support students who care about ocean conservation and are passionate about making a difference. High school seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students are eligible to apply if their major is related to ocean conservation.
Essay topic: (400–600 words) Why do you care about protecting our oceans, and how do you plan to use your degree to do so?
Learn more about this scholarship program here.
Wieland Nurse Appreciation Scholarship
Application deadline: July 15, 2023
Award: $2,500
High school seniors planning to go into nursing and college students currently pursuing a nursing degree are eligible to apply.
Essay topic: (400-600 words) Why have you decided to pursue a career in nursing? Who or what inspired you to do so?
Visit Bold.org website to learn more about this scholarship.
Youth Equine Service Scholarship
Application deadline: July 1, 2023
Award: 2 winners, $575 each
The Youth Equine Service Scholarship is funded by Cathy Thacker. The scholarship is intended to support students who have a deep love for horses and enjoy volunteering for a cause. The scholarship is available to high school seniors and undergraduate students with a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Essay topic: (400–600 word essay) What has your volunteer service taught you about yourself?
Visit Bold.org website to learn more about this scholarship.
Final thoughts
There you have it. That’s an awesome list. Remember, these July 2023 scholarships are a great way to help alleviate the financial burden of attending college.
