Scholarships: Opportunities, sources, deadlines
Jefferson Scholarship
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Jefferson Scholarship
Jefferson Scholarship
Scholarships
The Jefferson Scholars Foundation attracts outstanding undergraduate students to the University of Virginia through two scholarship programs–the Jefferson Scholars Program and the Walentas Scholars Program.
The Jefferson Scholars Foundation attracts outstanding undergraduate students to the University of Virginia through two scholarship programs–the Jefferson Scholars Program and the Walentas Scholars Program.
The Scholarships
Developing leaders, scholars, and citizens for the benefit of the University and the world at-large is at the heart of what we do.
Developing leaders, scholars, and citizens for the benefit of the University and the world at-large is at the heart of what we do.
Our two scholarship programs—the Jefferson Scholars Program and the Walentas Scholars Program—cultivate outstanding undergraduate students, providing them with financial support to pursue their passions, develop their talents, and encourage their community involvement.
Both programs provide generous financial packages, enrichment opportunities, and access to the JSF network of Scholars, Fellows, alumni, and volunteers.
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Awards
The award for the Jefferson Scholarship and the Walentas Scholarship is intended to cover the entire cost of attendance for four years at the University of Virginia, plus coverage of supplemental enrichment experiences.
The award for the Jefferson Scholarship and the Walentas Scholarship is intended to cover the entire cost of attendance for four years at the University of Virginia, plus coverage of supplemental enrichment experiences.
Virginians receive over $40,000 per year or upwards of $200,000 total.
Non-Virginians receive over $80,000 per year or upwards of $365,000 total.
Enrichment
The Foundation gives Scholars of both programs opportunities to broaden their horizons through a wide range of enrichment activities, including:
Non-Virginians receive over $80,000 per year or upwards of $365,000 total.
Enrichment
The Foundation gives Scholars of both programs opportunities to broaden their horizons through a wide range of enrichment activities, including:
International Travel
Career Development and Networking
Institute for Leadership and Citizenship
Alumni Connections
Exploratory Fund
Research Collaboration with Jefferson Fellows
Speaker Series
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Career Development and Networking
Institute for Leadership and Citizenship
Alumni Connections
Exploratory Fund
Research Collaboration with Jefferson Fellows
Speaker Series
Learn more
Selection Process
Jefferson and Walentas Scholarships are awarded to individuals who have undergone a rigorous selection process and who possess an exceptional record of and the potential for impact both inside and outside the classroom. The selection process has three main components: Nomination, Regional Review, and Final Selection.
Jefferson and Walentas Scholarships are awarded to individuals who have undergone a rigorous selection process and who possess an exceptional record of and the potential for impact both inside and outside the classroom. The selection process has three main components: Nomination, Regional Review, and Final Selection.
2024-25 Selection Highlights
6,999 secondary schools invited to nominate for Jefferson and Walentas Scholarships across 84 regions
3,035 high school students nominated
$13,000,000 awarded in undergraduate support for the 2024-25 academic year
6,999 secondary schools invited to nominate for Jefferson and Walentas Scholarships across 84 regions
3,035 high school students nominated
$13,000,000 awarded in undergraduate support for the 2024-25 academic year
scholarships of $2,000 -- apply now!
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Current Scholarships - Students responsible for verifying accuracy & dates
scholarships of $2,000 -- apply now!
InspirASIAN, a non-profit employee group of AT&T, is seeking qualified applicants for its 2026 National InspirASIAN Scholarship Program. We are proud to announce scholarships of $2,000 each will be awarded for the 2026 academic year. Besides the national scholarships, we are also offering state scholarships to Northern California students. The scholarship program is open to all high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.4 on a 4.0 scale. Seniors do not need to be of Asian descent to apply. The scholarship application is open to all students regardless of race.
Information about our scholarship program, the link to download the scholarship application, and the process to submit the application can be found at our website: https://inspirasian.us/scholarships. All scholarship applications must be submitted online by January 2026. (confirm directly regarding exact date)
DANVILLE WOMENS' CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
DANVILLE WOMENS' CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
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DANVILLE WOMENS' CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
The Danville Women’s Club is once again offering the Patty Hart Memorial Scholarship to one graduating senior from each of the San Ramon Valley Unified School District high schools for the school year 2025-2026. The Scholarship is available to graduating seniors with a GPA of 2.75 and above. Funds can be used for accredited four-year colleges and Universities, two-year junior colleges and vocational schools.
Scholarship documents for the school year 2025-2026, including an information page and application questions can be accessed by clicking this link: Danville Women’s Club 2026 scholarships. Deadline for submission of the 2025-2026 Scholarship Application is February 2026 (confirm directly regarding exact date)
The GPA requirement for our Scholarship of 2.75 make this opportunity attainable to a wide range of students. It is the Club’s hope that the College and Career Center Counselors can encourage all students within the GPA range, who are planning to continue their education, to submit an application for our Scholarship.
If you have any questions regarding this Scholarship opportunity, please contact felmom13@sbcglobal.net.
Scholarship documents for the school year 2025-2026, including an information page and application questions can be accessed by clicking this link: Danville Women’s Club 2026 scholarships. Deadline for submission of the 2025-2026 Scholarship Application is February 2026 (confirm directly regarding exact date)
The GPA requirement for our Scholarship of 2.75 make this opportunity attainable to a wide range of students. It is the Club’s hope that the College and Career Center Counselors can encourage all students within the GPA range, who are planning to continue their education, to submit an application for our Scholarship.
If you have any questions regarding this Scholarship opportunity, please contact felmom13@sbcglobal.net.
dublin/san ramon women's club scholarship opportunity
dublin/san ramon women's club scholarship opportunity![]()
dublin/san ramon women's club scholarship opportunity
Graduating seniors who go to school, or live in Dublin or San Ramon are eligible to apply for a Dublin San Ramon Women's Club Scholarship. We post the Criteria Sheet and Application on our website at gfwcdsr.org. We appreciate applications from those pursuing education at a two year community college, as well as those entering a four year university. We are sensitive to those who indicate financial need. Please follow directions carefully in sending all the documents.
DEADLINE: April 2026 (confirm directly regarding exact date)
Are you focusing on the right scholarship opportunities?
Are you focusing on the right scholarship opportunities?![]()
Are you focusing on the right scholarship opportunities?
Scholarships.com recently spoke with scholarship providers of "lower competition" scholarships to survey how many applicants they receive. They learned that many of these programs only receive about 20-40 applicants, yet they award multiple scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.
This highlights the importance for students to focus on scholarships with lower dollar amounts, local scholarships, and those aligned with their intended major and/or unique characteristics.
Many scholarships open their application periods at the start of the year, with deadlines typically in late winter or early spring. Applying early not only gives students a competitive edge but also ensures they don't miss a scholarship deadline. We strongly encourage students to utilize their accomplishments from the fall semester to showcase their most recent achievements.
