External Scholarship Listing

There are many scholarship resources beyond what you will find here at USA. External Scholarships are awarded by employers, companies, civic organizations, high schools, religious groups, and professional associations independent of the University of South Alabama. The criteria for external opportunities differs from scholarship to scholarship, but can include academic performance, financial need, religious affiliation, minority status, heritage, community affiliations, or other unique criteria.

Please be advised that the USA Office of Scholarship Services is impartial to the views and opinions of the scholarships featured. The listing will be continuously updated, and new scholarships will be posted when they become available. Eligibility requirements and application deadlines may change without our knowledge. We advise students to thoroughly research prior to submitting scholarship applications. Any student using the internet to apply for scholarships should be aware of possible risks.

Scholarship Description Categories Index

Achieving My Potential Scholarship

General

The Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm's 2024 Achieving My Potential Scholarship aims to support students who have experienced the juvenile or criminal justice system in their journey to realize their full potential. With a generous $2,000 scholarship prize, the firm seeks to hear inspiring stories of resilience and transformation, emphasizing how winning this scholarship can contribute to the pursuit of brighter futures. Eligible applicants from various educational backgrounds are encouraged to share their experiences and aspirations through a 750-1,000 word essay, underscoring the importance of second chances and personal growth.

Deadline: February 28, 2023

General

Adult Skills Education Program (ASEP) Scholarship

General

Adult Learner

The Adult Skills Education Program (ASEP) offers scholarships to non-traditional students who decide to pursue career college training. This $1,000 award is available to any qualified adult student for attendance at a participating career college.

Deadline: Continuous

General

Adult Learner

American Hat Makers Scholarship

Art & Design

Calling all aspiring fashion designers and students in the clothing/garment industry!

Showcase your creativity and design skills in our exciting hat design contest. Unleash your imagination and create a unique hat that defines your signature style.

Whether it's a trendy fedora, a chic beret, or an edgy snapback, the choice is yours!

Deadline: March 29, 2024

Art & Design

Amy G. Law Firm Access to Education Scholarship

Law

Amy G Injury Firm advocates for equal opportunities for all. We champion access to education, leveling the playing field and awarding the $1,000 Access to Education Scholarship annually. Education is not a privilege but a right, weaving a brighter future for everyone.  Apply by May 31, 2024. 

Deadline: May 31, 2024

Law

Anders Scholarship 

General

 

Anders Group is offering an annual $1,000 scholarship open to students of any field of study. Eligibility for this scholarship requires that the applicant be enrolled in a college or trade program. They can be a GED holder planning to attend one of these institutions during the upcoming semester. The applicant should also be in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.

Deadline: July 30, 2024

General

Boland Injury Lawyers P.C. Scholarship

General

Law

 

The scholarship intends to help students interested in or seeking a law degree pay their education expenses by giving an annual $500 scholarship via essay competition. The essay topic will be based on personal injury law.

 

Deadline: December 31, 2024

General 

Law

Book Lovers Scholarship

General

 

This Book Lovers scholarship exists to support students who love reading books and believe in the power of reading to transform their lives and become good people in the world.

Deadline: May 31, 2024

General 

Changing the World Scholarship

STEM

Our firm recognizes students who share our commitment to innovation and positive change by offering a $1,000 award each semester to STEM majors throughout the United States.

Deadline: July 8, 2024

STEM

Clark Law Group Scholarship

General

Law

Our Clark Law Group Scholarship provides a $1,000 award each semester to a student whose parent is actively serving or previously served in the United States military. We are honored to support families of military service members. Our scholarship is limited for use to help with tuition, books, room and board, and other educational expenses.

Deadline: July 2, 2024

General 

Law

CodeWizardsHQ Educational Scholarship 

General

STEM

At CodeWizardsHQ we believe that the future is built on diversity through equity and access. While we actively work toward implementing hiring practices that are geared toward diversifying our team, we also understand that having access to higher education is a means to broadening a diverse candidate pool for the future STEM workforce. We have created the Educational Scholarship to support students in the attainment of their dreams. 

Deadline: May 1, 2024

General

STEM

College Scholarships for Minority Students

General

This resource shares 45+ financial aid scholarships for future and current college students as well as potential graduate students to supplement the cost of education. Highlighted within the resource are opportunities dedicated to specific demographics such as African Americans, Asian Americans, Latino Students, Native Americans, and more.

Deadline: Varies

General

Collins Rupp, P.C. Moving Forward Scholarship

General 

Through the Collins Rupp, P.C. Moving Forward Scholarship, the Utah practice hopes to continue to instill hope and encouragement in individuals who are making an admirable effort to overcome criminal convictions hindering their successes. Collins Rupp, P.C. is offering $1,000 each semester to an undergraduate student with a criminal history who proves they are making the effort to change their life for the better.

Deadline: June 5, 2024

General

Conquering Challenges 2024

Education

At Tomeny Best, We watch our clients overcome their physical and emotional hardships daily and would love to hear stories from aspiring students as they enter the next chapter of their lives. In 750-1000 words, we ask students to share their journey of overcoming hardship following an injury or setback, whether physical or emotional. How did you navigate this difficult period, and how did this challenge shape who you are today? The winner of this scholarship will be awarded $1000.

Deadline: March 31, 2024

Education 

Criminal Justice Scholarship

General

Each semester, our law firm is offering a law student the chance to win $1,000 through the Doug Murphy Law Firm, P.C. Criminal Justice Scholarship.

Deadline: June 3, 2024

General

Crowder Law Firm Scholarship

General

At The Crowder Law Firm, we appreciate the time, effort, and resources it takes to get results, and we hope to share that appreciation with students across the United States through our Crowder Law Firm Scholarship. The Crowder Law Firm is offering two $1000 scholarships twice a year to students pursuing higher education who strive to achieve excellent academic performance.

Deadline: July 8, 2024

General

D'Amico & Pettinicchi Truth Scholarship

General 

Truth and honesty are extremely important values, especially in the legal world. The team at D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC has created the D’Amico & Pettinicchi Truth Scholarship to award $2,500 to one law school student who can best express the importance of truth and how truth works in our society and legal system. Visit our scholarship page today for information on how to apply!

Deadline: September 30, 2024

General 

D'Amico & Pettinicchi Generational Wisdom Scholarship

General

D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC is proudly offering the D’Amico & Pettinicchi Generational Wisdom Scholarship. This $2,500 scholarship will go to one student who can show how they embody the lessons learned from their grandparents, aunts and uncles, or close family friends. To apply, visit our scholarship page.

Deadline: September 30, 2024

General 

Difference Makers Scholarship

General 

Twice a year, we offer students the opportunity to receive a scholarship of $1,000. This scholarship is intended to help deserving students who aspire to make positive changes in their communities.

Deadline: May 27, 2024

General

Drunk Driving Prevention Essay Scholarship

General

At Law Office of Michael D. Waks, we have seen firsthand the devastating effects of drunk driving accidents. As a car accident attorney, Michael D. Waks has dedicated his career to helping people who have been injured or lost loved ones in these wrecks.

Deadline: February 10, 2024

General

Environmental Heroes Scholarship

General

At Maze Law Offices, we want to do our part to protect our planet. Our Environmental Heroes Scholarship is designed to give students the opportunity to highlight a local organization or individual’s efforts to protect the environment and what they are doing to promote eco-friendly practices. Visit our scholarship page to see how you can apply before the May 10, 2024 deadline.

Deadline: May 10, 2024

General

Fair Divorce Legislation Scholarship

General

 

The Moskowitz Law Group is proud to offer the Fair Divorce Legislation Scholarship. Our attorneys see first hand the challenges of divorce and how different legislation may have exacerbated or lessened those challenges. Do you believe that the laws pertaining to divorce in your state are fair to all parties involved? Discuss how you’ve been affected by divorce and if you believe laws pertaining to divorce are fair in your state in your application essay. 

Deadline: February 28, 2024

General

Fawell & Fawell Out-of-State Scholarship

General

Law

Through the Fawell & Fawell Out-of-State Student Scholarship, we award $1,000 each semester to a qualified student who will be pursuing educational opportunities in a location outside of the state where they attended high school or where their parents currently live. Scholarship winners can use this money to pay for tuition, housing, other educational costs, or transportation-related expenses.

Deadline: February 19, 2024

General

 Law

Fighting to End Drunk Driving Scholarship

General 

On October 3, 2020, a special young man was alive, well, and living life to the fullest. As a U.S. Naval officer, Ensign Samuel Cleghorn looked forward to a bright career ahead of him. Tragically, Sam lost his life due to the negligence of a driver under the influence of alcohol. In honor of Sam and the more than 10,000 individuals who have lost their lives every year as a result of drunk-driving, John Fisher has established ‘The Sam’s Legacy – Fighting to End Drunk Driving Scholarship’ to promote awareness about and ultimately deter young drivers from the dangers of driving under the influence.

Deadline: September 1, 2024

General 

G.I. Bill

Military

This is a supplement to your regular education benefit. Tutorial assistance is available if you are receiving VA educational assistance at the half-time or greater rate and have a deficiency in a subject, making tutoring necessary.

Deadline: N/A

Military

Gold Law Firm Challenge Yourself Scholarship

General

Attorney Greg Gold and the Colorado legal team at The Gold Law Firm provide five scholarship awards each semester to first-time college freshmen within the United States. Each award is worth $1,000, and awards will be mailed directly to the winning students’ financial aid offices.

Deadline: June 19, 2024

General

Good Life's Community Scholarship

General

Administered by The University Network (TUN.com), Good Life's Community Scholarship is open to high school seniors, high school graduates, undergraduate, and graduate students. Good Life Property Management will award $2,500 to the winner. Applicants must reside in the United States and be enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university in the United States for the 2024-25 academic year. 

Deadline: May 1, 2024

General 

Griffin Law Office, APC Scholarship

General

Law 

Griffin Law Office, APC will be awarding a $500 scholarship to a student pursuing an undergraduate degree in pre-law studies or a student entering law school in the Fall 2024 semester. This is to be used exclusively for tuition or other related expenses. Students must be accepted into a program at any U.S. school for Fall 2024 and have a GPA of 3.0 or above.

 

Deadline: August 31, 2024

 

General

Law

Harlem Bling Annual Scholarship

General

 

 

Harlem Bling, a hip-hop jewelry brand, offers an annual scholarship to help students continue their education. We understand that some students need financial support to attend college or university, and we want to help those in need. The Harlem Bling Annual Scholarship offers 2 recipients $600 each to go towards tuition & fees.  Applicants must be incoming, undergraduate, or graduate students at a United States college or university.

Deadline: January 25, 2024 

General

Harold Rothman Business Scholarship

General

Attention all aspiring business innovators! The Harold Rothman Business Scholarship, sponsored by the Rossen Law Firm, seeks exceptional individuals ready to make a difference. Express your vision through a captivating video for a chance to win a $1,000 award. Visit our scholarship page for more details!

Deadline: February 29, 2024

General

Healthy Communities Scholarship 2024

General

Patrick Woolley understands the importance of a healthy community in creating a sustainable future for all, which is why he is excited to share the 2024 Healthy Communities Scholarship. Through the 2024 Healthy Communities Scholarship, $1,000 will be awarded to one individual who best explains how they encourage healthy and sustainable habits in their community.

Deadline: May 31, 2024

General

Hutchison & Foreman Committing to Justice Scholarship

Law

Through our Committing to Justice Scholarship, we aim to support the futures of law students who are interested in pursuing similar paths to our own. If you are a law student who hopes to pursue a career representing plaintiffs in civil rights or employment discrimination cases, we highly encourage you to apply.

Deadline: June 24, 2024

Law

Innovation Scholarship
Other

Applicants for this $500 scholarship must have designed an innovative project that makes a difference in the lives of others and write an essay describing the goals of said project.

Deadline: 20th Monthly

Other

Know Your Rights Scholarship 

General

Law

 

The Nieves Law Firm's Know Your Rights Scholarship for 2024 aims to raise awareness about individual rights in the context of criminal law. With a $1,000 scholarship prize, applicants are encouraged to submit a 750-word essay discussing strategies to enhance awareness and prevent self-incrimination during interactions with law enforcement. By supporting this initiative, the Nieves Law Firm seeks to empower individuals with the knowledge needed to protect their rights in challenging legal situations.

Deadline: February 28, 2024

General

Law

 

 

 

Living with a Sense of Purpose Scholarship

General

Sadly, those suffering from depression and mental health illnesses are often neglected or under-treated in our health system. Accessible mental health care would have a positive impact on susceptible individuals who suffer from suicidal tendencies. Legislation could make health care mandatory for people who need it, profoundly helping them, as well as limit or regulate access to the firearms which are involved in the leading method of suicide. In a 500-1,000 word article explain how legislation can be implemented to lower or decrease the rate of suicide in the United States.

Deadline: April 30, 2024

General

Lucas Law Legal Leaders Scholarship

General

Law

 

Lucas Law established the Legal Leaders Scholarship with the purpose of lightening the burden of costly tuition, books, and room and board for students pursuing careers in various fields of law. The Lucas Law Legal Leaders Scholarship gives $1,000 each semester to one student who aspires to excel within the legal community.

Deadline: June 3, 2024

General

Law

Marsala Law Group Lifelong Hobby Scholarship

General

Each semester, our criminal defense firm offers college students the opportunity to be awarded $1,000 through the Marsala Law Group Lifelong Hobby Scholarship. Through the Marsala Law Group Lifelong Hobby Scholarship, our firm works to provide students with financial assistance to help them pursue their goals and passions.

Deadline: February 26, 2024

General

Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship

Allied Health

General

 

The Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship offers $1,500 to a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who has demonstrated outstanding achievement, participation, and leadership in school activities and work experience and is interested in pursuing a career in the health and fitness-related fields. The student may apply and use the money for education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, and board.

Deadline: August 1, 2024

Allied Health

General

Murray Rossen Criminal Justice Scholarship

General

 

The Murray Rossen Criminal Justice Scholarship is an opportunity for aspiring individuals in the criminal justice field. We are searching for passionate and driven students with a clear vision of leveraging their education and skills to revolutionize the justice system. This scholarship provides financial support to help winners pursue their educational goals and make a positive impact in the criminal justice world. With no maximum length for the video application, we encourage applicants to delve deep into their ideas, share personal experiences, and demonstrate their dedication to creating a fair and equitable system. Visit our scholarship page to apply for a chance to receive a valuable scholarship that will support your journey in making a lasting difference in the world of criminal justice.

Deadline: February 29, 2024

General

Nuclear Family Scholarship 2024

General

The attorneys at the Law Office of David E. Gordon are excited to offer the 2024 Nuclear Family Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship was started to get students to reflect on how their immediate family has shaped them into the person they’ve become. Applications will be accepted through February 28th. For more details about this scholarship, please visit their scholarship page.

Deadline:  February 28, 2024

General 

One Tough Student Scholarship

General

The James Kennedy Law One Tough Student Scholarship provides two awards each worth $1,000 to support the education of students who have been affected by drunk driving. We aim to help students who have a financial need, and we ask applicants to submit an essay discussing how drunk driving accidents can be reduced at a societal level and elaborate on what steps they can take to prevent drunk driving in their community.

Deadline: June 5, 2024

General

Pamela Bratcher Undergrad Scholarship Contest

English

Our attorneys at Law Office of Pamela C. Bratcher want to hear about what drives you to be the best. As an experienced family and personal injury lawyer, we are tirelessly working to help those facing hard times. 

That is why we are offering a $1,000 scholarship for one undergrad student majoring in English to tell us what they plan to do with their career.

Deadline: July 30, 2024

English

Philadelphia Injury Lawyers P.C. Essay Competition

General

Law

We want to help students interested in or seeking a law degree pay their education expenses by offering an annual $500 scholarship.

 

Deadline: July 31, 2024

General

 Law

Pittsburgh Injury Lawyers P.C. Scholarship

General

Law

Pittsburgh Medical Malpractice Lawyers   are known for getting substantial judgments in Court for victims of medical malpractice. We would like to help the future generation of medical malpractice lawyers with their education costs by offering an annual $500 scholarship. The scholarship will be based on an essay competition with a topic based on medical malpractice law.

 

Deadline: July 31, 2024

General

Law

Preventive Accidents Scholarship 2024

Law

Are you ever concerned about the safety of your neighborhood's intersections or roads? Are you passionate about making a positive impact and preventing accidents? Here's your chance to shed light on a dangerous intersection or road in your neighborhood and propose innovative solutions to enhance safety and create a secure environment for residents. At Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon, we care about road safety. We want to hear your creative ideas and practical recommendations that can significantly reduce accidents and improve overall road safety. To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates must email their full application (including the essay, resumé, and transcript) to pensacolaoffice@esclaw.com  by August 31st, 2024.

Deadline: August 31, 2024

Law

Public Service Scholarship

General

The law firm of Kanoski Bresney offers five scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each to students from throughout the U.S. whose lives have been impacted by distracted driving. Applications are open to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled for Fall 2024, and applicants are asked to submit an essay discussing their ideas for awareness and prevention of the harmful effects of distracted driving.

Deadline: September 1, 2024

General

Ramage Law Group Adopted Child Scholarship

General

 

As the mother to two adopted daughters, Attorney Sharon Ramage understands the challenges that parents and children face in these situations, as well as the joys that come with building family bonds that will stand the test of time. We have established a scholarship program that provides assistance to children who have been adopted. Each semester, we award a scholarship of $1,000 to a student who is pursuing a college education.

Deadline: June 26, 2024

General

Rising Stars Scholarship 

General

Our law firm offers a scholarship worth $1,000 each semester to a student who can demonstrate that their GPA has increased by at least one point from semester to semester or year to year. 

Deadline: March 11, 2024

General

Scholarship for Girl Scouts

Other

Girl Scouts compiled a list of universities/colleges, foundations, and Girl Scout councils that offer scholarships, awards, and grants to Girl Scouts.

Deadline: Varies

Other

Sleep Judge State of Sleep Scholarship

General

This $1,500 scholarship is open to all students in the United States who meet the eligibility criteria.

Deadline: October 30th Annually

General

Stand Up to Distracted Driving Scholarship

General

The law firm of Kanoski Bresney offers five scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each to students from throughout the U.S. whose lives have been impacted by distracted driving. Applications are open to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled for Fall 2024, and applicants are asked to submit an essay discussing their ideas for awareness and prevention of the harmful effects of distracted driving.

Deadline: May 29, 2024

General

Thetacticalknives.com $1500 Student Scholarship

General

This scholarship program is arranged twice every year. For taking part in this scholarship, you have to write an essay on the tactical knife or different kinds of knives. To apply for this scholarship you must be a student of high school, college, or university.
Deadline: November 30 & May 31 Annually
General

Trending Impact Journalist Scholarship

General

 

We aim to champion students who have a passion for writing and a journalistic flare. Applicants must create a 800 word news article on an interesting trend. 

Deadline: September 1, 2024

General

Whistleblower Education Scholarship 2023

General

Tony Munter Attorney at Law is excited to offer the 2024 Whistleblower Education Scholarship. Students are asked to submit an essay application discussing their experiences standing up against wrongdoing and the impact they made. The scholarship award amount is $1,000. For more information, please visit the scholarship page.

Deadline: February 28, 2024

General