National First-Gen Scholarships

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IFSA First-Generation Scholarship - Study Abroad

  • This scholarship is for first-generation college students with a chance to benefit from the life-changing experience of studying abroad. Recipients receive up to $2,500 to help them cover the cost of airfare, visas and passports, and housing.
  • Award: Up to $2,500
  • Deadline:
    • Summer, Fall, and Academic Year Terms: March 1
    • January and Spring Terms: October 1
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Around the Corner from College $1,000 Scholarship

  • Open to current high school students who is planning to attend college or university in the US
  • Award: $1,000
  • Deadline: June 30, 2026
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General Scholarships

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Scholarship American Essential Visionaries Fund

  • Be a high school senior or current college undergraduate student pursuing a degree or certificate with a major in Education, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or Pre-Nursing/Nursing
  • Award: $5,000-$10,000
  • Deadline: April 15, 2026 @3:00pm
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Fund your Future with up to $20,000

  • High School seniors or college students, students must be studying at a two-or 4-year not-for-profit college or university, and student must have completed a FAFSA for the 2026-2027 school year
  • Award: Up to $20,000
  • Deadline: May 1, 2026
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Scholarships Currently Closed

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The Flourish Initiative

  • Open to First-Generation college students currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree within 50-miles of Boone County.
  • Award: $1000-7,500
  • Deadline: March 31, 2026
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Launch @ Apple, Finance Development Experience-2027 Opportunities

  • For First-Generation college students pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics/Data Science, or a related field, graduating December 2028 or Spring 2029
  • Virtual
  • Base Pay range from $28.31-$41.15/hr
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