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.

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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

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

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

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

Sinclair Kennedy Traveling Fellowships

Harvard University

Supports a full academic year of research at destinations outside the United States. Part of the broader Traveling Fellowships program at Harvard Griffin GSAS.

Amount

$36,000

Deadline

Dec 9, 2025

Frederick Sheldon Traveling Fellowships

Harvard University

Supports a full academic year of research, study, and/or travel abroad, or for exceptional projects, within the United States (not at Harvard University or in the Boston area). Primary intention is for study abroad. Part of the broader Traveling Fellowships program at Harvard Griffin GSAS.

Amount

$36,000

Deadline

Dec 9, 2025

Frank Knox Memorial Traveling Fellowships

Harvard University

Supports a full academic year of research and/or study in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the United Kingdom. Part of the broader Traveling Fellowships program at Harvard Griffin GSAS.

Amount

$36,000

Deadline

Dec 9, 2025

Lurcy Traveling Fellowship

Harvard University

Awarded to Harvard Griffin GSAS doctoral students to conduct a full academic year of research on a topic that is uniquely French and available only in France. Strong preference for projects with 'contemporary relevance'. Part of the broader Traveling Fellowships program.

Amount

$36,000

Deadline

Dec 9, 2025

Lee Whittinghill Samuelson Traveling Fellowship

Harvard University

Supports Harvard Griffin GSAS doctoral students in programs of research or study abroad that span the full academic year. Part of the broader Traveling Fellowships program.

Amount

$36,000

Deadline

Dec 9, 2025

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

A scholarship for undergraduate transfer students pursuing a first bachelor's degree at CSU's main campus who are members of Phi Theta Kappa. Awards differ based on residency (non-residents receive $6,000/year up to $18,000 total, residents receive $2,000/year up to $6,000 total). Not for CSU Online students. Cannot be combined with Ram Transfer Scholarship, Native American Legacy Award, Yellow Ribbon, GI Promise, HB 15-1294 GI Benefits, or WUE Transfer Award.

Amount

$2,000 - $6,000

Deadline

Rolling

Lowell House Pechet Fellowship

Harvard University

This fellowship is open to all current sophomores, juniors, and seniors in Lowell and awards up to $5,000 to travel anywhere in the world for around two weeks. It is generally intended for people who have not traveled much internationally.

Amount

$5,000

Deadline

Rolling

Undergraduate International Student Scholarships

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Colorado State University offers automatic consideration scholarships to incoming undergraduate international students. Scholarships are awarded based on outstanding grades (GPA), challenging coursework, and strong engagement in extracurricular involvement.

Amount

$2,000 - $12,000

Deadline

Rolling

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

Harvard Grant Assistance (for Study Abroad)

Harvard University

Financial aid from Harvard, primarily grant-based, that can be transferred to an approved semester-time study abroad program. For programs more expensive than a Harvard semester, an additional grant up to $5,000 may be provided.

Amount

$5,000

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

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

Summer Loan

Harvard University

If you receive need-based aid during the academic year, you are eligible for a Harvard Loan of up to $10,000 to help with your summer school costs.

Amount

$10,000

Deadline

Rolling

Federal Direct Loan

Harvard University

Open to all U.S. Citizens, permanent residents, and eligible noncitizens. Valid FAFSA required. Interest may be subsidized based on your level of federal aid eligibility. Maximum amounts vary by class year: $5,500 for first-year, $6,500 for sophomores, and $7,500 for juniors/seniors.

Amount

$7,500

Deadline

Rolling

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

If you are not a resident of Colorado but live in the western United States or select jurisdictions of the U.S. Pacific islands, you may be eligible for a tuition reduction of up to $10,000 per year through the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) award.

Amount

$10,000

Deadline

Rolling

International Undergraduate Student Scholarship

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Colorado State University offers automatic consideration scholarships to incoming undergraduate international students. Scholarships for first-year students range from $2,000 to $12,000 per year. Students receiving the largest awards typically have outstanding grades (GPA), challenging coursework, and strong extracurricular involvement. No additional application is necessary beyond the university application. Scholarships are renewable for up to four years, provided the student maintains good academic standing. Students will learn of their admission decision and scholarship award amount within 2-4 weeks after submitting an application. Priority consideration for scholarships is given to those who apply by December 15, with regular consideration for applications received by March 15.

Amount

$2,000 - $12,000

Deadline

Rolling

International Scholarships

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Colorado State University automatically considers all new students for international scholarships.

Amount

$2,000 - $12,000

Deadline

Rolling

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