High School Juniors
High school students during their junior year have a lot to consider when it comes to college admissions and the admissions process. Between campus visits to start narrowing down your choices, finding the right teachers to write your letters of recommendation, building your brag sheet, and more—the college prep process is a full-time job.
But you don’t want your college admissions duties overshadow your financial aid work. This includes finding and applying for scholarships to help you pay for school.
The more scholarships you apply for now, the better your odds at winning multiple scholarships. You’ll also be thankful you put in the time, as your senior year will be even busier.
Scholarships for 11th grade students range from small, school-specific awards to national contests and competitions that give away money to help you pay for your college education.
Roll up your sleeves Class of 2026, it’s time to find college scholarships for high school juniors!
New Scholarships for High School Juniors
Christopher Mark Knoll ScholarshipErie Community Foundation |
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DescriptionThe Christopher Mark Knoll Scholarship is available to high school juniors and seniors in Erie, PA and college juniors and seniors attending an accredited college or university located in Erie County. Preference is given to Erie County residents. View Scholarship Details |
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Floor Covering Education Foundation ScholarshipFloor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) |
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DescriptionThe FCEF Scholarship is available to students who are interested in learning about the flooring installation trade. Selection is based on references, goals, and video submission. View Scholarship Details |
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Dr. Sherrill Berryman Johnson Dance Scholarship FundThe International Association of Blacks in Dance, Inc. |
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award $500 |
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DescriptionThe Dr. Sherrill Berryman Johnson Dance Scholarship Fund is open to current members of The International Association of Blacks in Dance. You must be between the age of 14 - 22, be attending a two or four year college or university, dance school, dance workshop, seminar or special dance art event. You must also submit and essay on the topic... View Scholarship Details |
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Everette H. and Edith P. Griffin Memorial ScholarshipHampton Roads Community Foundation |
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DescriptionThe Everette H. and Edith P. Griffin Memorial Scholarship is available to students who are visually or hearing impaired. You must be a resident of Isle of Wight County, Southampton County, Franklin, or Suffolk to be eligible for this award. Primary and secondary school students are eligible to apply. View Scholarship Details |
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Social and Behavioral Science Division - Phi Alpha Mu ScholarshipOrange Coast College |
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DescriptionThe Social and Behavioral Science Division - Phi Alpha Mu Scholarship is available to students at Orange Coast College. You must be an oustanding second-year Social and Behavioral Science Division student to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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COAI ScholarshipClowns of America, International |
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DescriptionThe COAI Scholarship is available to students enrolled in family entertainment educational programs that run for a minimum of ten hours. You must be a COAI member in good standing for at least one year in order to be considered for this award. The deadline for applications is 60 days prior to the event for which the scholarship is requested. View Scholarship Details |
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Pulse of Perseverance ScholarshipPulse of Perseverance |
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award $1,000 |
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DescriptionThe Pulse of Perseverance Scholarship is available to high school and college students. To be considered, you must read the book, "Pulse of Perseverance: Three Black Doctors on Their Journey to Success" and submit a 250 - word essay focusing on how you are currently making a difference in your community and why you believe you have the... View Scholarship Details |
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Michael F. Contestabile Memorial FundPancreatic Cancer Association of Western New York |
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award $2,500 |
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DescriptionThe Michael F. Contestabile Memorial Fund is available to high school and college students who have been directly affected by pancreatic cancer due to a parent being diagnosed or have suffered the loss (death) of a biological parent(s) due to pancreatic cancer. You must reside in Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, or surrounding area, demonstrate... View Scholarship Details |
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Play! Pokemon Scholarship ProgramPokemon Company International |
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award $1,000 |
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DescriptionThe Play! Pokemon Scholarship Program is open to students who are the top finishers in Play! Pokemon Events. You must be a full-time high school student or a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student at a qualified college or university in order to be considered for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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BrandSource x Foster Love ScholarshipFoster Love |
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award Up to $11,000 |
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DescriptionThe BrandSource x Foster Love Scholarship is available to current and former foster youth who are pursuing a trade certification at an accredited two-year public or nonprofit college or vocational-technical school. To be considered for this award, you must be a U.S. citizen who is between the ages of 17 and 25. Eligible programs of study... View Scholarship Details |
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