Grants

Need-based grants are financial aid awards that don't need to be repaid. They're typically awarded based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA. Common examples include federal Pell Grants and state need-based grants.

225 grants available

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The University of Connecticut’s Women’s Center Scholarship

Established in 1992, this scholarship honors a high school senior planning to enroll at the University of Connecticut who, as a role model or advocate, has advanced the role and contributions of women in society.

Amount

$750 - $1,000

Deadline

Feb 28, 2020

Connecticut PTA Scholarship

In memory of Christa McAuliffe, the first teacher in space. To be considered, a student must be attending a four-year college or university to pursue a career in teaching.

Amount

$1,000

Deadline

Feb 28, 2020

Joseph G. Pearson Scholarship

Presented in memory of a longtime supporter of Nutmeg PTA to a student who has been identified with special needs and will be attending a post-secondary education or training.

Amount

$1,000

Deadline

Feb 28, 2020

Carol P Duggan Nutmeg PTA Scholarship

Presented to a student planning on attending a four-year college to pursue a career in service to children other than teaching.

Amount

$1,500

Deadline

Feb 28, 2020

The Gary DeSalvo Memorial Scholarship

Applicants must be graduating seniors from Fairfield or New Haven counties and an active bowler currently in a bowling league, school bowling team or a school bowling club. The applicant must be entering an accredited university, college or vocational school.

Amount

$1,000

Deadline

Mar 1, 2020

Greenwich Scholarship Association

Awards need-based scholarships to students who live in Greenwich or attend Greenwich High School who have demonstrated financial need. Awards are paid directly to the college or university for tuition, room, board and mandatory fees.

Amount

$500 - $10,000

Deadline

Mar 10, 2020

PWC — CT Chapter Scholarship

This scholarship awards students in undergraduate and graduate degree programs in construction, construction management, interior design, architecture, landscape design or civil, mechanical, structural and electrical engineering. Scholarships will be awarded based on the academic achievements.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Mar 25, 2020

The Middlesex County Blue Star Mothers-CT Chapter of the Blue Star Mothers of America Scholarship

A $750 scholarship to be awarded to a CT high school student who will attend a four-year college and who has a parent (or legal guardian) actively serving in the military or who is an honorably discharged veteran.

Amount

$750

Deadline

Apr 4, 2020

The Student-View Scholarship Program

Offering scholarships to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college, community or junior college or career school. The program includes: a $5,000 scholarship, two $1,000 scholarships and a total of 10 scholarships of $500.

Amount

$500 - $5,000

Deadline

Apr 22, 2020

Professional Development Award

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Applications are open for professional development activities focusing on online learning. The expense for the activity must be incurred between May 11, and Aug. 10, 2020.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Apr 30, 2020

The Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovation and Creativity

Provides scholarships to high school and college students who have demonstrated they are innovative and creative problem-solvers. This is a scholarship of up to $20,000, or $5,000 per year for four years.

Amount

$5,000 - $20,000

Deadline

May 1, 2020

PB&J Scholarship

A $1,000 scholarship for students who have experienced challenges in their life and have the drive to succeed. It is open to all college-bound seniors who will be attending an accredited two- or four-year college in the fall.

Amount

$1,000

Deadline

May 31, 2020

Janet and Allan Eddy Scholarship

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

An annual scholarship providing $1,590 to eligible degree-seeking CSU employees who have made sustained progress toward attaining an undergraduate or graduate degree from CSU.

Amount

$1,590

Deadline

May 28, 2024

FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Determines eligibility for federal financial aid, including grants, loans, and work study programs, based on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Mar 1, 2025

Asset and Colorado Application for State Financial Aid (CASFA)

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Allows eligible immigrant students in Colorado to receive in-state tuition and state financial aid at Colorado colleges.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Mar 1, 2025

Harvard Need-Based Financial Aid

Harvard University

Financial aid program available to all admitted transfer applicants, including international students, based on demonstrated financial need.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Mar 1, 2025

Harvard College Financial Aid for Study Abroad

Harvard University

Harvard College students receiving financial aid are eligible to transfer their grant assistance to approved semester-time study abroad programs. If the program costs more than a Harvard semester, additional grant funding up to $5,000 may be provided. Costs exceeding this additional grant amount can be met with a subsidized loan. Students must submit a Study Abroad Supplement and a Consortium Agreement.

Amount

$5,000

Deadline

May 1, 2025

Summer Federal Work Study Program (FWSP)

Harvard University

The Summer Federal Work Study Program allows eligible students to earn money through part-time employment to help cover their educational expenses during the summer term. Eligibility is tied to federal financial aid qualifications for the upcoming academic year.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

May 1, 2025

Eddy, Kuder scholarships

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Two scholarships for full-time employees of Colorado State University who are furthering their education.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

May 16, 2025

Dissertation Completion Fellowships

Harvard University

A dissertation completion fellowship (DCF) is assured to all eligible candidates in the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (Harvard Griffin GSAS) in fields in the humanities and social sciences. Awards are intended to be held for the entire academic year and to be confined within a single academic year. Students are expected to complete the dissertation during the completion fellowship year; this will be the final year of Harvard Griffin GSAS funding.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Feb 13, 2026

General Education Prize

Harvard University

The Program in General Education has established the General Education Prize to inspire Harvard College students to reflect on the transformational nature of their Gen Ed learning experiences. Up to five $500 prizes will be awarded annually.

Amount

$500

Deadline

Mar 23, 2026

Colorado Student Grant

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Grant for undergraduate students who are Colorado residents, based on financial need and available funding.

Amount

$5,000

Deadline

Rolling

AHRQ Grants for Health Services Research Dissertation Program

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) provides support to individuals for dissertation research in health services research as part of completing a research doctorate degree. This program supports dissertation research that addresses AHRQ’s mission and priorities and welcomes any areas of health services research as dissertation project topics.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

NRF Foundation Next Generation Scholarship

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

The NRF Foundation Next Generation Scholarship is the pinnacle achievement for students interested in pursuing careers in retail. This opportunity was created for students of various academic backgrounds who have demonstrated leadership skills, previous retail experience and a passion for making an impact. This scholarship develops skills in retailing, business and critical thinking, and prepares and encourages students to launch their career in retail and earn recognition among the next generation of leaders in the industry. Since its launch, more than $800,000 in funds have been awarded through the NRF Foundation Next Generation Scholarship.

Amount

$10,000 - $25,000

Deadline

Rolling

CSU RAM Grant

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Grant for undergraduate students who are Colorado residents, based on financial need and available funding.

Amount

$6,900

Deadline

Rolling

Colorado Graduate Grant

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Grant for graduate students who are Colorado residents, based on financial need, available funding, and eligible major.

Amount

$4,000

Deadline

Rolling

American Nuclear Society (ANS)

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Scholarships are open to ANS student members enrolled in a course of study relating to a degree in nuclear science or nuclear engineering.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Program Scholarship

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

CSU offers four program awards to cover one-half of nonresident tuition for international graduate students of any discipline and from any Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economy.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

CSU Tuition+ Promise

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Grant for undergraduate students who are Colorado residents, based on financial need and available funding. Formerly known as CSU Tuition Assistance Grant.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) Scholarship Programs

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

A non-profit and non-partisan educational organization established to develop the next generation of Latino leaders. CHCI seeks to accomplish this by offering educational and leadership development programs, services, and activities that promote the growth of its participants as effective professionals and strong leaders.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

A federal grant for undergraduate students based on financial need and available funding. Awarded to applicants with the highest financial need.

Amount

$1,500

Deadline

Rolling

Fulbright Program

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

A flagship program of international educational and cultural exchange, offering passionate and accomplished students and scholars in more than 160 countries the opportunity to study, teach, conduct research, exchange ideas, and contribute to mutual understanding.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Awarded scholarships to outstanding women from developing countries, who are completing degrees at US/Canadian universities and are committed to improving the wellbeing of women and children in developing countries.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Federal Pell Grant

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Federal grant for undergraduate students who do not have a baccalaureate degree, based on financial need using a federal formula.

Amount

$767 - $7,395

Deadline

Rolling

Harry Frank Guggenheim Emerging Scholar Awards

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Available only to students for support during the final year of Ph.D. studies to support research that investigates the basic mechanisms in the production of violence, but primacy is given to proposals that make a compelling case for the relevance of potential findings for policies intended to reduce these ills.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Fogarty International Center/NIH grant

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

A five-year grant to train scholars in China on ethical conduct of research on agricultural injury prevention, for which Dr. Lorann Stallones served as Principal Investigator.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

ROTC Scholarships

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

The ROTC Vitalization Act of 1964 provides for a two-year ROTC program in addition to the traditional four-year program and authorizes ROTC scholarships. ROTC is not just for undergraduate students and provides scholarship opportunities, leadership development, and immediate career placement on graduation.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Society for the Advancement of Science and Injury Research (SAVIR) Excellence in Violence or Injury Prevention Science Award

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

An inaugural award recognizing scientists whose leadership, research, and service have led to important advancements in violence and injury prevention science. Dr. Lorann Stallones was the first recipient.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Tillman Scholar

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Tillman Scholars are military service members, veterans, and spouses with a high potential for impact as demonstrated through a proven track record of leadership, the continued pursuit of education, and the commitment of their resources to service beyond self. The Tillman Scholar program supports scholars with academic scholarships, a national network, and professional development opportunities.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Global Impact Awards

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Awards sponsored by the Office of International Programs, each accompanied by a $400 cash prize, honoring graduate students who have demonstrated a fervent commitment to effecting positive change on a global scale through their research endeavors.

Amount

$400

Deadline

Rolling

College of Liberal Arts Excellence in Teaching (non-tenure track) Award

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

An award recognizing outstanding non-tenure track teachers who positively impact students through innovative, rigorous courses and supportive practices outside the classroom, awarded to Dr. Suzanne Kent.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Harvard Financial Aid Program

Harvard University

Harvard's financial aid program makes college affordable for every family throughout the world. It covers tuition, fees, food, housing, and more for students from families with incomes of $100,000 or less. Students from families with incomes of $200,000 and below receive free tuition, with additional aid likely. Many students from families with incomes over $200,000 also qualify for financial aid. Each financial aid package is customized and requires no loans.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Anne Radcliffe Lady Mowlson Bequest

Harvard University

A bequest to aid students with need admitted to Harvard College.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Harvard College Need-Based Financial Aid Program

Harvard University

Harvard College is committed to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need for all four years for admitted students. Aid is offered in the form of grants (becas), not loans, and is entirely based on financial need, not merit. International students have access to the same financial aid as U.S. students.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Lady Mowlson's Endowed Scholarship

Harvard University

A bequest left in 1643 by Anne Radcliffe (Lady Mowlson of London) to aid students with need admitted to Harvard College, establishing Harvard's first endowed scholarship.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Federal Scholarships

Harvard University

General category of federal aid that contributes to a student's financial aid package.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

National Scholarship Plan

Harvard University

The first large financial aid initiative created in 1934 by Harvard President James B. Conant, aimed at opening gates to Harvard and higher education more broadly.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Harvard Financial Aid Initiative (HFAI)

Harvard University

An initiative committed to ensuring all admitted students have the opportunity to attend Harvard, regardless of economic obstacles. It ensures a need-based financial aid program where families with incomes below $100,000 pay nothing towards the cost of a Harvard education, and families with incomes below $200,000 pay no tuition.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Harvard College Need-Based Financial Aid

Harvard University

Harvard College is committed to making education accessible by meeting 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all admitted students, regardless of their ability to pay or immigration status. Applying for financial aid does not impact admissions decisions.

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

Harvard Financial Aid (Family Income $100,000 and below)

Harvard University

Financial aid covers all billed expenses, including tuition, fees, food, housing, health insurance (if needed), travel costs, winter gear, event fees, and other activities. Includes a $2,000 start-up grant (first year) and a $2,000 launch grant (junior year).

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling

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