Scholarships

The CDGA Foundation Scholarship & Grant Program exists thanks to the generosity of annual contributors and legacy gifts from individuals and volunteer organizations who have entrusted their tradition of service through the game to the Chicago District Golf Association. For 2026, the CDGA and the CDGA Foundation are offering the following scholarship and grant opportunities: CDGA UVS Swing Club Veteran Scholarship - Purpose: Supports the dependents of veterans. - Eligibility: Available to dependents of a veteran — including dependents of veterans who are deceased or disabled — where the veteran resides in or is hospitalized in Illinois or within the...

Scholarship overview This yearly award is funded by Judith Hart Ward and her husband, David J. Ward. Judith (Judy) Ward is a speech‑language pathologist whose career focus has been helping students in public schools who experience communication challenges. David Ward spent his career as a professor and administrator within the University of Wisconsin System. Both are Wisconsin natives and were educated in Wisconsin public schools and at the University of Wisconsin. Award and purpose Each spring, at the WSHA Convention, the Foundation will present a $2,000 scholarship to a student who has expressed a commitment to delivering speech and language...

Description **What the scholarship is** The Kochhar & Co. Scholarship is a financial award offered by Kochhar & Co. Chartered Professional Accountant to support postsecondary students. It is open to learners in any field of study and is positioned as a general academic support opportunity rather than a field-specific award. The scholarship is intended for students enrolled at colleges or universities in Canada or the United States. Key takeaways: - Sponsored by Kochhar & Co. Chartered Professional Accountant - Open to students in any academic field - Available to students at Canadian and U.S. colleges or universities Eligibility **Who can...

Overview The Oregon Sheep Growers Association provides a scholarship of up to $1,500 to support Oregon students pursuing education in agriculture-related disciplines. Funds are intended to help cover direct educational costs such as tuition, textbooks, and academic fees, and are aimed at students with an interest in careers connected to the sheep industry. Eligibility - Must be a resident of Oregon. Attendance at an Oregon college or university is not required. - Must be at least a sophomore (academic standing of sophomore or higher). - Must be enrolled in or planning to major in an agriculture-related program, agricultural sciences, or...

Overview The North Dakota Scholarship, valued at $6,000, is intended to support eligible graduates attending approved colleges, universities, professional schools, and registered apprenticeship programs within North Dakota. The scholarship’s requirements follow the state’s Choice Ready framework, but note that the scholarship criteria are stricter than the baseline Choice Ready expectations. The framework and statutory requirements are set out in North Dakota Century Code 15.1-21-02.10. Basic eligibility rule To qualify, a student must meet the Essential Skills requirements and must also satisfy at least two of three Choice Ready component areas: Post-Secondary Ready, Workforce Ready, and Military Ready. Meeting Essential Skills...

Overview The North Dakota Veterinary Medical Association Scholarship Fund was created in September 1997 to support North Dakota students pursuing careers in veterinary medicine and to strengthen veterinary education within the state. In 2025, the Fund awarded 14 scholarships, with individual awards ranging from $750 to $1,450. Scholarships are distributed on an annual basis. How to apply Visit NDCF.net. Under the Receive tab choose Scholarships, scroll down to Statewide Scholarships, select “ND Veterinary Medical Association Endowment Scholarship,” then follow the prompts to create an account and complete the application. Eligibility criteria - Applicants must either have graduated from a North...

Description The Landholm Veterinary Acupuncture Scholarship is an endowed award administered by the NVMA Centennial Scholarship Foundation. Its purpose is to support veterinarians and veterinary students pursuing training that leads to certification in veterinary acupuncture. The scholarship reimburses qualifying training expenses after an application is accepted, enabling recipients to complete multi‑session certification programs taken over time. Awards are intended specifically for costs directly associated with accredited acupuncture training. - Purpose: support training toward veterinary acupuncture certification - Administrator: NVMA Centennial Scholarship Foundation (the Foundation) - Award type: reimbursement for qualifying training expenses - Eligible use: direct costs of accredited acupuncture...

Koffel Law Criminal & DUI Law Attorneys is offering its annual Moral Responsibility and the Application of Law Scholarship to both undergraduate and graduate students. One recipient will receive $2,500 to support their studies. The firm invites students from any field across the United States to submit a 1–3 minute video essay addressing the scholarship prompt. Applications must be completed and submitted by August 31, 2026. Please note: Koffel Law is not available to respond to emails, phone calls, or other inquiries about this scholarship. Eligibility - Open to undergraduate and graduate students who will be enrolled at an accredited...

Description The Philadelphia Foundation’s scholarship portal (SmarterSelect) matches applicants to multiple scholarship opportunities through a single application workflow. Applicants complete an initial eligibility questionnaire, then are shown scholarships for which they qualify and complete any required supplemental questions and short essays. The portal centralizes documents and information so that completing one application can populate fields across multiple scholarships. This section explains what the system does and what to expect at a high level. - Key takeaway: One portal (SmarterSelect) is used to find and apply to multiple scholarships. - Key takeaway: Initial eligibility questions drive the scholarship matching. - Key...

Description **What the scholarship is and why it matters** Metal Supermarkets is expanding its support for the next generation of skilled trades professionals through a dedicated scholarship program. The initiative targets students pursuing trade careers that sustain critical industries and infrastructure across North America. The scholarship responds to a growing workforce gap in the trades: significant shortages in welding and other skilled roles threaten capacity as many experienced workers retire. This program aims to help recruit and retain talent entering trade education and training. Key takeaways: - Designed to support students pursuing skilled trades in North America. - Focused on...

Introduction Our Second‑Career Scholarship supports people changing careers to become licensed funeral directors. Each award is $1,500. Up to four scholarships are distributed each year—normally two in the Spring cycle (awarded in late June) and two in the Fall cycle (awarded in late December/early January). Eligibility — before you begin At the start of the online application you must complete the Eligibility Questionnaire to confirm you meet all requirements below: - You are actively enrolled (either part‑time or full‑time, in‑person or online) in a Mortuary Science program accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE). - You are...

Introduction Since 1994 the Washington Map Society has awarded a prize in memory of the late Dr. Walter W. Ristow—former chief of the Geography & Map Division at the Library of Congress and a co‑founder and first president of the Washington Map Society—to recognize outstanding scholarship in the history of cartography. The award The winning entrant receives: - $1,500 in cash - a three‑year membership in the Washington Map Society - publication of the winning essay in The Portolan, the Society’s journal At the judges’ discretion one or more additional papers may receive Honorable Mention. Who is eligible Applicants may...