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Scholarships for Architecture Majors

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

Walking into the world’s biggest cities, it is clear to see the impact of constantly evolving architecture. As we move forward in society, we continually discover better and more innovative ways to build things. The people who do that, those architects, have some pretty cool scholarships to help get them through school. A skilled architect …

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Scholarships for Students with Bipolar Disorder and/or Depression

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022

Mental health is a very important, and prevalent, issue, and though there have been great strides in recent years for treatment and awareness, there can still be a stigma surrounding mental health. Students struggling with mental health problems—such as bipolar disorder and/or depression—while also pursuing higher education should be applauded and supported. That’s why we’ve …

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5 Exciting Scholarship Contests

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

It’s amazing how many ways you can turn your passions and hobbies into scholarship money for college. Here are five exciting scholarship contests! Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Award: Varies Deadline: TBD for 2021 (Opens September 2020) The Scholastic Art & Writing competition covers a large variety of creative works. In fact, students can compete …

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5 Scholarships for Gamers

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 14, 2025

Key takeaways There are scholarships for students who love gaming, esports, and animation. Some scholarships are made to help women, underrepresented students, or those who need financial support. Deadlines are different for each scholarship, so it’s important to apply early. Do you love gaming and dream of turning that passion into a career? From design …

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Scholarships for Students Going into Healthcare

By Morgan StaubLast updated on December 22, 2022

There are many ways to go about choosing a major, with the personal preferences of students often leading to different priorities. Some students want to pursue something they enjoy, others want to make money, and some want to do both. Students who wish to have a practical major that will lead to job opportunities, yet …

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4 More Unique Scholarships!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

As you’re looking for scholarships, you notice a lot of them ask you to just write essays, or have generic requirements. But who said that searching for financial aid had to be boring? There are countless fun and unique scholarships for students out there waiting for you to apply to them. These just happen to …

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Scholarships for Chess Players

By Morgan StaubLast updated on December 22, 2022

The famed German writer Johan Wolfgang von Goethe once said, “Daring ideas are like chessmen moved forward. They may be beaten, but they may start a winning game”. The metaphor of chess-as-life repeats many times over history, but the basic idea remains the same. The game, which revolves around sacrifices of certain pieces to strike …

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Scholarships for Students with ADHD

By Morgan StaubLast updated on December 22, 2022

According to recent statistics, around 11% of adolescents suffer from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The diagnosed are disproportionately young millennials, a subject that has led to public figures, from psychologists to rapper Kendrick Lamar, referring to our generation “Generation ADHD.” This term glosses over the debilitating effects of the disorder. These effects cannot be …

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Scholarships for Astronomy Majors

By Morgan StaubLast updated on December 22, 2022

In the summer of 1969, Neil Armstrong landed a foot softly in a pile of moon dust, turned to look back towards the planet that propelled him to his current destination, and said, “…that’s one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind.” Since our first successful journey to the moon over forty …

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Scholarships for Elementary Education Majors

By Morgan StaubLast updated on December 22, 2022

Of the many career paths open to higher education students, there are few more selfless than going into elementary education. A field often under-appreciated despite its unquestionable importance, elementary education always needs more teachers that devote their lives to the betterment of young people. Teachers have the opportunity to impact a life forever; my mother …