October is a month of transition for high school seniors. For many, it marks the beginning of the college application process. This can be a stressful time, as students race to complete their applications and submit them on time. October is also a month of decisions. Students who have been admitted to college must decide which school they will attend. This can be a difficult choice, as they weigh the factors that are most important to them. Octobers can also be filled with excitement, as students prepare to begin the next phase of their lives. Whether it is filled with stress or excitement, October is an important month for high school seniors who are heading off to college. Here are some other important dates to keep in mind:
- FAFSA deadline: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form that must be completed in order to receive financial aid from the government.
- Early acceptance deadlines: Many colleges have early acceptance deadlines, which are usually in November or December. If you’re applying to a college with an early acceptance deadline, be sure to get your application in as soon as possible!
- Normal acceptance deadlines: The majority of colleges have a regular admissions deadline of February 1st. However, it’s always a good idea to check with the specific college you’re interested in to confirm their deadline.
Keep these dates in mind as you begin the college application process. And remember, there are plenty of scholarships out there – so don’t forget to apply! Unigo lists over 3.6 million scholarships and grants so we’ve curated a list for the month of October. If you meet the criteria, check out what you need for your application and get it in ASAP! You can also sign up and get matched with scholarships for free! Who knows, you might just find the perfect scholarship to help!
October Scholarship Alert
Clifford H. “Ted” Rees, Jr. Technician Scholarship
Award: $24,000
Number of Scholarships: The number of awards offered varies annually. Last year, 12 awards were offered.
Deadline: October 1, 2022
Eligibility: U.S. students enrolled in a heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) technician program are eligible for this award.
How to apply: Application requirements for the Clifford H. “Ted” Rees, Jr. Technician Scholarship are: Essay, Recommendation letter, Application form, Official Transcript, Alien Registration Card (if applicable).
Buy-Rite’s Annual Beauty School Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Number of Scholarships: 1
Deadline: November 1, 2022
Eligibility: The contest is open to U.S. residents. All participants must have applied to or be enrolled as full-time beautician/cosmetology students.
How to apply: Application requirements for the Buy-Rite’s Annual Beauty School Scholarship are: Essay
TigerChef.com Culinary and Hospitality Scholarship Program
Award: $2,000
Number of Scholarships: Two awards offered annually.
Deadline: November 15, 2022
Eligibility: The TigerChef.com Culinary and Hospitality Scholarship Program is available for U.S. and Canadian students who are currently enrolled in a culinary or hospitality program.
How to apply: Applicants must submit an original essay of between 500 and 600 words describing what inspired them to pursue this career.
The MBA InternConnect Scholarship Program
Award: $5,000
Number of Scholarships: Five scholarships offered
Deadline: October 7, 2022
Eligibility: The Missouri Bankers Foundation will award up to five $1,000 MBA InternConnect Scholarships annually to college students who have completed an internship with an MBA-member bank within one year of the application deadline.
How to apply: Application requirements for the The MBA InternConnect Scholarship Program are: Essay
NSHSS Foundation STEM Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Number of Scholarships: The number of awards varies from year to year. Last year, nine awards were offered.
Deadline: October15, 2022
Eligibility: This award is for U.S. high school seniors who will be attending college in the fall. Applicants must be a member of an underrepresented group, have a minimum 3.0 grade point average and be pursuing a major in a STEM field; Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
How to apply: Application requirements for the NSHSS Foundation STEM Scholarship are: Essay, Recommendation letter, Application form, Personal statement, Official Transcript, Photo
CryptoRunner Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Number of Scholarships: Two awards offered.
Deadline: October 31, 2022
Eligibility: For more information visit our scholarship page.
How to apply: For more information visit our scholarship page.
Pennsylvania Society of Public Accountants Scholarships
Award: $9,000
Number of Scholarships: Three awards are available
Deadline: October 31, 2022
Eligibility: For more information visit our scholarship page.
How to apply: Application requirements for the Pennsylvania Society of Public Accountants Scholarships are: Application form
Centenary University Merit Scholarship Program for Incoming Freshmen
Award: $125,000
Number of Scholarships: Varies
Deadline: November 1, 2022
Eligibility: This scholarship program is open to U.S. students who are incoming first-time freshmen at Centenary University in New Jersey. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, and an SAT score of 1000 or higher or an ACT score of 21 or higher.
How to apply: Application requirements for the Centenary University Merit Scholarship Program for Incoming Freshmen are: Recommendation letter, Application form, Official Transcript, Test scores, App. fee or waiver
University of Oregon Stamps Leadership Scholarship
Award: $120,000
Number of Scholarships: Ten awards offered annually.
Deadline: November 15, 2022
Eligibility: This scholarship is open to U.S. high school seniors planning to attend the University of Oregon. Students must have a grade point average of 3.85 or higher and exemplify leadership, perseverance, service, and innovation. Funds can also be used for studying abroad.
How to apply: Application requirements for the University of Oregon Stamps Leadership Scholarship are: Essay, Interview, Application form, Official Transcript, Admissions app. and documentation
Alfond Scholars Program
Award: $687,160
Number of Scholarships: Up to 10 students receive full, four-year scholarship covering tuition, room and board, books and fees at the university.
Deadline: November 1, 2022
Eligibility: The Alfond Scholars Program provides full-ride scholarships for ten incoming freshman students in the college of Liberal Arts at Rollins College. Alfond Scholarships are renewable for three additional years, bringing the value of each scholarship to more than $230,000 over four years.
How to apply: Application requirements for the Alfond Scholars Program are: Interview, FAFSA
Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship
Award: $2,000
Number of Scholarships: Ten awards offered annually.
Deadline: October 31, 2022
Eligibility:
Must be 14 years of age or older at time of application. Must be a legal U.S. resident. Must be a resident of one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia. This award is for U.S. students.
How to apply: Submit an online written response to the question: “Imagine that your high school or college has been overrun with zombies. Your math professor, the cafeteria ladies, and even your best friend have all joined the walking dead. Flesh out a plan to avoid the zombies, including where you’d hide and the top-five things you’d bring to stay alive.” (250 words or less)