30 Wicked Awesome October Scholarships
Roses are red, college ain’t cheap, but these October scholarships are worth a peep 👀
October scholarships that college students, high school students, and graduate school students can apply for now!
Debt from college is higher than ever thanks to the continually rising tuition rates. And student loan debt is the kind of debt that sticks with you for life.
That’s why:
It’s crucial to tap into every financial resource you can before considering taking on student loans. When it comes to figuring out how to pay for your college education, scholarships are an avenue worth exploring.
Contrary to popular belief:
You don’t need to be a “perfect” student to qualify for scholarships! Nor do you need a 4.0 to win one – lots of college scholarship applications weigh factors other than your GPA.
And some scholarships pick their winners with random drawings. Which means, anyone can win.
To help you prioritize and maximize your efforts:
I rounded up 30 college scholarships with October 2022 deadlines and compiled them into a list below. So instead of searching for current opportunities for hours on end, you can use that time to finish more applications!
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- Deadlines in Mid-October (15th – 19th)
- Deadlines in Late October (20th – 31st)
October Deadline Scholarships
Haven’t started college yet? These October scholarships for high school seniors might be a better fit.
Students with Heart Foundation Scholarship
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Eligibility: Applicants must be in the process or currently enrolled in college in the U.S. at least part-time. Must be U.S. resident with a GPA of 3.0+ and suffer from any cardiac disease or deformity.
Submit: 500 – 2000 word essay, 1 letter of recommendation, official transcripts, and a letter from a licensed physician.
Chris Jackson Computer Science Education Scholarship
Women in the Wings Scholarship
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Eligibility: Any female high school or undergraduate student who has volunteer experience and is pursuing the aviation field may apply.
Submit: Essay responding to the prompt.
Roger Boston Scholarship
Ilya Flantsbaum Memorial Scholarship
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Eligibility: Any Jewish student who was born in another country and is pursuing a JD or LLM at an accredited US law school may apply for this scholarship. Ukrainian ancestry is preferred.
Submit: 400 – 600 word essay.
Brian J Boley Memorial Scholarship
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Eligibility: Any high school student who has been affected by mental illness or addiction or is pursuing a degree to help those with mental illness or addiction is eligible to apply.
Submit: 400 – 600 word essay responding to the prompt.
Wieland Nurse Appreciation Scholarship
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Eligibility: High school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students pursuing a nursing degree are eligible to apply
Submit: Essay responding to the prompt.
Cariloop’s Caregiver Scholarship
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Eligibility: Any current student who is the main caregiver in their family and/or community may apply for this scholarship.
Submit: 400 – 600 word essay.
Web Design Scholarship
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Eligibility: Applicant must be a U.S. student at an accredited school, or be accepted to begin school at an accredited school within 6 months of application.
Submit: Online application, unofficial transcripts, and a web design you created.
The Rhodes Scholarship for United States
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Eligibility: Must be a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident; at least over 18, but not more than 24 years old; and have completed an undergraduate degree with a GPA of 3.70 or higher.
Submit: Online application, proof of age and nationality, official transcript, endorsement of your application from your college/university, full curriculum vitae, academic statement of study of no more than 750 words, personal statement of no more than 1,000 words, and a list of 5-8 people who are willing to submit references on your behalf.
AES Engineering Scholarship
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Eligibility: Open to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.
Submit: 500 – 1000 word essay.
Pride in Diversity Scholarship
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Eligibility: Open to students who are part of the LGBTQ+ community and are pursuing a degree in STEM.
Submit: Short video (1-2 minutes) describing your role as a member of the LGBTQ+ community in tech.
NSCA Foundation Scholarships
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Eligibility:Â Multiple scholarship awards available with vary eligibilty requirements. Generally must be current member of the NSCA and pursuing a degree in a strength and conditioning-related field.
Submit: Online Application.
American Trucks Student Scholarships
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Eligibility: Application open to students who meet one of the following criteria: (1) Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited United states technical institute, 2/4 year college/university with program in construction management, secondary votech school or tuition bearing apprenticeship program in the traditional building trades (e.g. carpentry, HVAC, electrical or related fields of study). Students pursuing certificate programs or apprenticeship programs are welcome to apply. And (2) currently attending high school and will be attending an accredited school in the next academic year to one of the aforementioned programs.
Submit: 750 – 1500 word essay.
Barbara A. Cooley Master’s Scholarship
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Eligibility: Applicants must be a master’s level student who is currently enrolled in a health education program and have a minimum GPA of 3.0
Submit: Current curriculum vitae, 3 page max. essay, 2 letters of recommendation, and official transcript.
NCWIT Collegiate Award
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Eligibility: Must be a high school graduate or equivalent, currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution in the U.S., 18 years or older, and a NCWIT member.
Submit: Online application.
Cody Cochlin Memorial Scholarship
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Eligibility: Any low-income undergraduate student who rollerblades, rollerskates, skateboards, or snowboards may apply for this scholarship.
Submit: A video of you performing a trick you’re proud of.
Bill Kane Undergraduate Scholarship
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Eligibility: Student must be officially recognized as an undergraduate health education major and enrolled full-time at a college or university for both the fall and spring semesters of the academic year during which the student is applying. The student must have sophomore, junior, or senior status at the time of application with a minimum GPA of 3.25.
Submit: Current resume, 400 – 450 word essay, 2 letters of recommendation, and official transcript.
Extreme Terrain’s Student Scholarships
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Eligibility: Open to undergraduate college/university students and high school seniors who are pursuing a degree in environmental studies, ecology, land use, earth & atmospheric sciences, sustainable land management, environmental biology, sustainable agriculture systems.
Submit: 700 – 1500 word essay.
Prevounce Preventative Health Scholarship
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Eligibility: Must be pursuing a career in healthcare and entering or already established in an accredited, U.S.-based undergraduate or graduate program in the fall of 2022
Submit: Completed application, transcripts, resume, and essay of no more than 750 words.
Innovation in Education Scholarship
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Eligibility: Open to any high school or college student within the U.S. or Canada with a cumulative GPA of 3.0+
Submit: Online application, letter of recommendation, self-photo, and an essay describing the goal of the particular project and provide supporting documentation (no min or max word/page count).
MyMozaic Monthly Scholarship Contest
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Eligibility: Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or are lawfully living in the United States and at least 13 years of age on the date of their entry.
Submit: Your email address. Selection is based on the quality of student’s MyMozaic profile.
VFW Voice of Democracy Scholarship
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Eligibility: Open to all students in grade 9 – 12 enrolled in a public, private, or parochial high school or home study program in the U.S. and its territories. Dependents of U.S. military or civilian personnel in overseas schools are also eligible to participate.
Submit: Completed entry form and your original 3 – 5 minute audio essay + typed essay.
Scary Stories Scholarship
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Eligibility: Must be 13+ and a legal resident of the 50 U.S. or D.C.
Submit: Quick online form and one sentence response to the question, “What’s your favorite scary movie, book, or legend?”
American Bullion Scholarship
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Eligibility: Applicant must be a currently enrolled, full-time undergraduate student at an accredited college or university within the United States. This scholarship is not open to graduate students or high school students entering college.
Submit: Online application and 500 – 1000 word essay.
“Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship
Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship
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Eligibility: Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application and a legal U.S. resident.
Submit: 250 word or less response to the question.
Dyslexia/Auditory Processing Disorder Scholarship
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Eligibility: Open to undergraduate students with dyslexia and/or auditory processing disorder attending college/university in the US or Canada.
Submit: Proof of enrollment and 500-650 word essay on “Living With Dyslexia” or “Living With Auditory Processing Disorder.”
Cappex Easy Money Scholarship
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Eligibility: Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, age 13 or older at the time of entry, and currently planning to enroll in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning (college, university, or trade school) located in the United States within four years.
Submit: A quick online form (no essay or minimum GPA requirement).
Final thoughts on scholarships due in October
Hopefully this list of October deadline scholarships helped you find a few to apply for this month!
Do you know about any others I should include? Leave a comment below!
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About Charlie
Charlie is the co-founder of College Life Made Easy and author of the book 175+ Things to Do Before You Graduate College. She’s a 2015 graduate who teaches overwhelmed students and parents of students how to confidently navigate the whole college thing. As a former broke college kid, she’s passionate about helping students develop the skills they need in order to thrive (instead of just survive), stress less, and actually enjoy the full college experience.