LISD Early College High School PTSA

Modeling the Future Challenge
Deadline: November 8, 2026.
Award: $55,000 in total scholarship prizes.
Eligibility: U.S. high school students taking advanced mathematics classes, including eligible juniors.
Requirements: Participate individually or in a team of up to five students in a mathematical modeling and research challenge.
Apply: https://actuarialfoundation.org/modeling-the-future-challenge/

Americans United Student Contest
Deadline: November 8, 2026.
Award: Up to $1,500.
Eligibility: Eligible high school students, including juniors.
Requirements: Complete a student contest submission on the assigned civic freedoms topic.
Website: https://www.au.org/

Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award
Deadline: November 9, 2026.
Award: Up to $10,000.
Eligibility: Musicians ages 8–18 with demonstrated musical ability and financial need.
Requirements: Submit musical recordings and application materials.
Apply: https://fromthetop.org/apply/jack-kent-cooke-young-artist-award/

Hines Scholarship
Deadline: November 14, 2026.
Award: $3,000 total.
Eligibility: Underrepresented minority high school or undergraduate students with at least a 2.0 GPA.
Requirements: Submit a 400–600 word essay about education and future goals.
Apply: https://bold.org/scholarships/hines-scholarship/

Marine Band Concerto Competition
Deadline: November 15, 2026.
Award: $2,500 first place, $1,000 second place, $500 third place.
Eligibility: High school musicians in grades 9–12.
Requirements: Submit required recordings and application materials.
Apply: https://www.marineband.marines.mil/educational/concerto-competition/

VSA International Young Soloists Competition
Deadline: November 19, 2026 (confirm current application dates).
Award: Up to $2,500.
Eligibility: Young musicians with disabilities who meet program age requirements.
Requirements: Submit a musical performance application.
Website: https://www.kennedy-center.org/

VSA Playwright Discovery Competition
Deadline: November 19, 2026 (confirm current application dates).
Award: Up to $1,500.
Eligibility: High school writers with disabilities, generally ages 14–19.
Requirements: Submit an original short theatrical script.
Website: https://www.kennedy-center.org/

National Parent Volunteer Association Scholarships
Deadline: November 30, 2026 (verify with organizer).
Award: Up to $1,000.
Eligibility: Eligible high school students, including juniors.
Requirements: Review the organization’s scholarship application and eligibility rules.
Scholarship Directory: https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/school-year/high-school-junior

National Association of Student Councils Scholarship
Deadline: December 2, 2026.
Award: $1,500–$10,000.
Eligibility: High school juniors and seniors demonstrating leadership, service, and school involvement. Additional program requirements apply.
Requirements: Complete the student leadership scholarship application.
Apply: https://www.natstuco.org/scholarship/

The Coolidge Scholarship
Deadline: December 1, 2026 (verify current cycle).
Award: Full-ride college scholarship.
Eligibility: Eligible high school juniors.
Requirements: Submit essays, academic information, and recommendation letters.
Apply: https://coolidgescholars.org/

FRA Americanism Essay Contest
Deadline: December 1, 2026.
Award: Up to $1,500.
Eligibility: Students in grades 7–12.
Requirements: Write an original 350-word essay on the annual Americanism theme.
Apply: https://www.fra.org/

Military Child of the Year Award
Deadline: December 1, 2026 (verify current cycle).
Award: $10,000.
Eligibility: Eligible military-connected students who meet program age and other requirements.
Requirements: Submit achievements, leadership, volunteer service, and supporting application materials.
Apply: https://www.militarychildoftheyear.org/

Texas American Legion Oratorical Contest
Deadline: December 5, 2026.
Award: State scholarships and additional national awards.
Eligibility: Eligible Texas high school students in grades 9–12.
Requirements: Prepare and deliver a speech about the U.S. Constitution.
Apply: https://txlegion.org/programs/oratorical/

Kemper Human Rights Education Foundation Essay Contest
Deadline: December 10, 2026.
Award: $5,000 first place, $2,500 second place, $1,250 third place.
Eligibility: High school students, including juniors.
Requirements: Submit a researched essay addressing the annual human rights question.
Apply: https://khref.org/

Pilot Pen G2 Overachievers Student Grant
Deadline: December 15, 2026 (verify current cycle).
Award: Up to $15,000.
Eligibility: Eligible student achievers who meet program requirements.
Requirements: Describe accomplishments and efforts that have positively affected others.
Website: https://www.pilotpen.us/

Doodle for Google
Deadline: December 17, 2026 (verify current cycle).
Award: Up to $55,000 in scholarship prizes.
Eligibility: Eligible U.S. students in grades K–12.
Requirements: Create original artwork based on the annual contest theme.
Apply: https://doodles.google.com/d4g/

Take Care of Texas Art Contest
Deadline: December 18, 2026.
Award: Prizes for selected Texas student artists.
Eligibility: Texas students in grades K–12.
Requirements: Submit artwork promoting environmental responsibility.
Apply: https://takecareoftexas.org/education/art-contest-rules

Jazz at the Ballroom Scholarship
Deadline: December 18, 2026 (verify current cycle).
Award: Up to $1,000.
Eligibility: Eligible young jazz musicians.
Requirements: Submit musical performance materials and other required documentation.
Website: https://www.jazzattheballroom.com/

Cirkled In No Sweat Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2026.
Award: $2,500.
Eligibility: U.S. students ages 13 and older in grades 8–12.
Requirements: Create a free student profile highlighting interests and achievements. No essay required.
Apply: https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/

Niche $50,000 No Essay Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2026.
Award: $50,000.
Eligibility: Eligible high school students, including juniors.
Requirements: Complete the scholarship entry process. No essay required.
Apply: https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships/

First Amendment Freedoms Art & Essay Contest
Deadline: December 31, 2026 (verify current cycle).
Award: Up to $5,000.
Eligibility: Eligible high school students.
Requirements: Submit original art or writing addressing First Amendment freedoms.
Scholarship Directory: https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/school-year/high-school-junior

Live Poets Society National High School Poetry Contest
Deadline: December 31, 2026.
Award: Up to $500.
Eligibility: High school students, including juniors.
Requirements: Submit an original poem according to the contest guidelines.
Website: https://www.highschoolpoetrycontest.com/

MIT THINK Scholars Program
Deadline: January 1, 2027 (verify current cycle).
Award: Project funding and mentorship, rather than a traditional tuition scholarship.
Eligibility: Eligible U.S. high school students, including juniors.
Requirements: Submit an original science, engineering, or technology project proposal.
Apply: https://think.mit.edu/

The Hamilton Award
Deadline: January 31, 2027.
Award: Scholarship support and leadership development opportunities.
Eligibility: Eligible high school juniors demonstrating leadership and community service.
Requirements: Complete an application describing achievements, leadership, and community involvement.
Apply: https://www.hamiltonscholars.org/