November 2026 Scholarships
Scholarship Tip of the Month: Start early! Keep a list of application deadlines, prepare your essays ahead of time, and review each scholarship’s official eligibility requirements before submitting.
November 2026 Scholarships for Sophomores
Tuition Solution Scholarship for STEM Students
Deadline: November 8, 2026
Award: $1,000
Eligibility: High school students interested in STEM fields.
Requirements: Essay about STEM interests and experiences.
Apply: https://scholarships360.org/scholarships/search/tuition-solution-scholarship-for-stem-students/
Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award
Deadline: November 9, 2026
Award: Up to $10,000
Eligibility: Musicians ages 8–18 demonstrating musical talent and financial need.
Requirements: Musical performance materials and application.
Apply: https://fromthetop.org/apply/jack-kent-cooke-young-artist-award/
BigFuture Scholarships – Class of 2029
Deadline: Monthly drawings beginning in fall 2026
Award: $500 or $40,000
Eligibility: Eligible high school sophomores in the Class of 2029.
Requirements: Complete college and career planning activities. No essay required.
Apply: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships-2029
Hines Scholarship
Deadline: November 14, 2026
Award: $3,000 total across four winners
Eligibility: Underrepresented minority high school and undergraduate students with a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Requirements: 400–600 word essay about college goals.
Apply: https://bold.org/scholarships/hines-scholarship/
Debbie’s Dream Foundation Youth Art Contest
Deadline: November 13, 2026 (verify current contest rules)
Award: Up to $200
Eligibility: Students ages 18 and younger affected directly or indirectly by cancer.
Requirements: Submit original artwork or photography.
Website: https://debbiesdream.org/
Niche $50,000 No Essay Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2026
Award: $50,000
Eligibility: Eligible high school students, including sophomores.
Requirements: No essay required.
Apply: https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships/
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Deadline: Varies by region
Award: Recognition and potential scholarship opportunities.
Eligibility: Students in grades 7–12.
Requirements: Submit original artwork or creative writing.
Apply: https://www.artandwriting.org/awards/how-to-enter/
American Legion Oratorical Scholarship Contest
Deadline: Local Texas contests run November 7–December 5, 2026.
Award: Scholarships available at state and national levels.
Eligibility: High school students in grades 9–12.
Requirements: Prepare and deliver a speech about the United States Constitution.
Apply: https://txlegion.org/programs/oratorical/
VSA International Young Soloists Competition
Deadline: November 19, 2026 (confirm with organizer).
Award: Up to $2,500.
Eligibility: Young musicians with disabilities; additional age and program requirements apply.
Requirements: Musical performance submission and application.
Website: https://www.kennedy-center.org/
Take Care of Texas Student Art Contest
Deadline: December 18, 2026
Award: Prizes for selected student artists.
Eligibility: Texas students in grades K–12.
Requirements: Submit original artwork showing ways to reduce waste.
Apply: https://takecareoftexas.org/education/art-contest-rules
Cirkled In No Sweat Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2026
Award: $2,500
Eligibility: U.S. students ages 13 or older in grades 8–12.
Requirements: Create a free student profile highlighting activities, achievements, and interests. No essay or minimum GPA required.
Apply: https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/
Lone Star State Scholars Award
Deadline: December 31, 2026
Award: $1,000
Eligibility: High school and college students residing or attending school in Texas.
Requirements: Write about someone who inspired you to take meaningful action and explain what you accomplished.
Apply: https://scholarships360.org/scholarships/scholarships-for-high-school-sophomores/