Tips for tracking and applying for scholarships

Step 1: Download this scholarship tracker to help stay organized to earn all the free money!

Step 2: Search and apply! Below you will find some awesome sites that will direct you to large scholarship databases or Washington-specific opportunities.

Priority Order

  1. Local scholarships

  2. Statewide Scholarships

  3. Nationwide Scholarships

Local High School scholarship and Local Foundation pages

State and National scholarship platforms

This section contains scholarship databases from statewide and national platforms. Everything is in alphabetical order.

Statewide Scholarships/Platforms

National Scholarships/Platforms

  • This program is currently inactive.

    However, check out their Facebook page for updates on when the program might begin again:

    https://www.facebook.com/BeyondHb1079/about/?ref=page_internal

    “The guide provides scholarship information and resources to undocumented students seeking to pursue a post-secondary education. In addition to the scholarships, the guide provides important information on WASFA, HB1079, DACA, contact information at colleges and universities, as well as, local and national advocacy groups.”

  • “Helping undocumented students find scholarships through a phone app.”

    http://dreamersroadmap.org/

  • “Discover scholarships, internships, colleges and more—all for free.” (National Database for Scholarships)

    https://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships

  • UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS THAT DON’T REQUIRE PROOF OF U.S. CITIZENSHIP OR LEGAL PERMANENT RESIDENCY.

    “HOT OFF THE PRESS: @immigrantsrising just released a list of Scholarships and Fellowships that undocumented students can apply to—now containing 344 undergraduate and 302 graduate/post-graduate scholarships and fellowships, including 425 for non-DACA!”

    https://immigrantsrising.org/resource/undergraduate-scholarships/

  • “MALDEF is pleased to provide you with this extensive list of scholarships, including many that do not inquire about immigration status or require a valid social security number. The overview of scholarships provided includes website links that you are advised to visit for more complete details as it is not practical to list every requirement of each scholarship.”

    https://www.maldef.org/resources/scholarship-resources/

  • Scholarship Programs - Fisher House Foundation

  • Compare colleges and earn micro-scholarships at 250+ universities as early as 9th grade for doing the things you are already doing! You can access the platform through our 501c3 name: Northwest Alliance for College Access at www.raise.me, or by selecting your school in the drop-down menu.

    Want more info? Watch this video: https://youtu.be/XKslpMDhpV0

  • “We'll help you find the perfect scholarships, and write AMAZING essays for college and scholarship applications. Sounds amazing right? Well it's free too. Yup. FREE.”

    https://www.scholarshipjunkies.org/

  • Soroptimist International of Burlington is a global volunteer non-profit organization whose mission is providing women and girls access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment.  We raise money for scholarships, women’s health programs and provide financial support to organizations in our community.

    These are the scholarships we offer:

    Live Your Dream – August 1 to November 15, 2026.  This is an award for women with primary financial responsibility for herself and her dependents.  You need to be attending an undergraduate degree program or vacations skills training program and have financial need.  The award is $15,000.

    Pathways to Success – October 1 to December 5, 2025.  This scholarship is for formerly incarcerated women who are currently enrolled at SVC.  We award $4.000. Below is the link to the application.

    Soroptimist International of Burlington Pathways to Success Scholarship (Information Coming Soon)

    Women in Health Field – December 1 – January 12, 2026. This scholarship is for women currently enrolled in a health-related field program.  We award  $15,000

    Soroptimist International of Burlington Scholarship for Women in Health Field Application

    High School Memorial Scholarship – February 1, 2026 – March 31, 2026.  This scholarship is for senior girls attending Burlington Edison High School and Mount Vernon High School.  We look for financial need, volunteer work, working outside of school. Students apply through the career counselor at each school. We award $12,000.

    Women in Trades – January – March.  A scholarship for a woman in a trade program at Skagit Valley College.  We award $4,000.

    Please find us on Facebook or email us at siburlington@soroptimist.net. 

  • “We think of our National Scholarship as the “Pell Grant” for highly motivated DREAMers with significant, unmet financial need. While we consider your GPA and test scores, we place great emphasis on your demonstrated commitment to community service and your ability to overcome the barriers and challenges that DREAMers face each and every day.”
    https://www.thedream.us/scholarships/national-scholarship/

  • Unigo

    “If you are a high school student looking for scholarships to help pay for college, you’re in luck! Scholarships for high school students are probably the most popular awards available by grade. Plus, by getting an early start, you’re also increasing your chances of winning more money for college. That could mean going to school for free! So, whether you’re a freshman or a senior, begin your financial aid search with this list of scholarships for high school students.”

    https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/monthly-scholarships

Scholarships for Indigenous/Native students

  • “The American Indian College Fund provides many forms of direct student support to scholars and college-going Native students. Find out more about scholarships, student resources, colleges and programs, and career resources.”

    https://collegefund.org/students/

  • “The American Indian Endowed Scholarship helps [students with financial need], with close social and cultural ties to an in-state American Indian community, pursue undergraduate and graduate studies.”

    https://wsac.wa.gov/american-indian-endowed-scholarship

  • “As AIS scholarship provides more than education...it plants a seed of opportunity & hope.”

    Scholarships for Native American Students | American Indian Services

  • “Learn more about the availability of Cobell Scholarship funds, deadlines, eligibility and all related forms necessary to complete the application process as administered by Indigenous Education, INC.”

    https://cobellscholar.org/

  • “LHE funding assists students in achieving their educational goals and meeting the growing demands of our dynamic economy. To keep up with the rising college tuition costs, LIBC has augmented those BIA funds with tribal funding to make the Lummi Higher Education grant award available.”

    Contact Kathleen Solomon for questions about LIBC, Lummi Higher Ed at KathleenS@lummi-nsn.gov.

    Lummi Higher Education Grant Award Application 2025-2026

  • “NIEA collects information on scholarships but our list is by no means exhaustive. Please use the links below to explore scholarship resources.”

    https://www.niea.org/

  • Native Forward Scholars Fund 2026-2027 Scholarship Application

    This is the application for all Native Forward Scholars Fund scholarship opportunities for the 2026-2027 academic year. By submitting this application, you will be considered for all academic year scholarships that you are eligible for.

    DEADLINE: June 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM MST

  • Available for students seeking four-year colleges, and vocational schools.

    Contact Donia Edwards, Nooksack Indian Tribe Education Department at (360) 966-9696.

    https://nooksacktribe.org/departments/education/education-grants/


    Nooksack Tribe Youth Program 25-26 Application

  • “The Washington Indian Gaming Association (WIGA) Scholarship Program provides scholarships to Native American and Alaska Native students pursuing opportunities in higher education. Awards generally range from $1,500 to $3,000 for each academic year. Since its inception, the WIGA Scholarship Program has awarded more than $1.1 million in scholarships.”

    https://www.washingtonindiangaming.org/scholarships/

  • “The Jeannette Rankin Foundation offers three unrestricted non-tuition grants for nontraditional students who identify as women, nonbinary or Two-Spirit. “

    https://rankinfoundation.org/scholar-grants/

Scholarships for LGBTQ+ students

Admissions and Financial Aid Information for LGBTQ+ Students.

“This handout accompanies the 12th Year Campaign Junior/Senior Student Workbook, which guides students through navigating college admissions and financial aid.”

  • “Pride Foundation provides essential financial resources and community support to inspirational LGBTQ+ and allied student leaders across the Northwest. Pride Foundation application is a singular application that is linked to 60+ scholarship opportunities. “

    Pride Foundation Scholarship Application 2026(Applications are now closed for 2026).

  • “The following is a list of scholarships, fellowships and grants for LGBTQ+ and allied students at both the undergraduate and graduate-level.”

    https://www.hrc.org/resources/scholarships

  • “Currently, the scholarship program's focus is on graduating high school students moving directly into higher education, since the high school dropout rate for LGBTQ students is one of the highest along with the largest number of suicides while in high school.”

    https://www.leaguefoundation.org/

  • “The Out to Innovate™ Scholarships, established in 2011, are intended for LGBTQ+ undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) programs. The scholarships are designed to promote academic excellence and increased visibility of talented LGBTQ+ students in STEM careers.”

    https://www.outtoinnovate.org/scholarships

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