Scholarship Bulletin Board
The Financial Aid Office has curated a selection of scholarship resources that are relevant to SOMI students. Review each opportunity for specific criteria and deadlines. Scholarship application deadlines typically fall between September and May.
Tools like www.fastweb.com can also be used to search for national scholarships. You should always maximize the amount of free money you use to pay for college before borrowing. Keep in mind national scholarships are much more competitive and often much harder to attain than local scholarships. Even though the awarded amounts on national scholarships may be higher, you most likely have a better chance of getting a scholarship from a local business or organization.
General/Local
Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond: The Community Foundation is a leading partner and advocate for philanthropy and service in the Richmond region. Founded in 1968, they have built a strong legacy of helping people and institutions give back with passion and purpose. The Community Foundation offers a variety of scholarships geared toward residents of Richmond and surrounding areas.
Completing the Dream Scholarship: The Sallie Mae Fund's Completing the Dream Scholarship Program helps students from under-resourced, underrepresented and underserved communities complete their post-secondary education. Students on-track to complete their degree or continuous education program who are facing financial challenges may apply to receive a one-time scholarship of up to $2,500 to help complete their post-secondary education program.
John Randolph Foundation: The John Randolph Foundation is proud to offer several scholarships for a variety of academic pursuits to local students residing in Hopewell, Prince George, Enon, Chester, Petersburg, Colonial Heights, Dinwiddie, Sussex, Surry, Charles City and Varina.
Southside Health Education Foundation (SHEF): In an effort to advance careers in health care, SHEF aims to connect deserving students with educational funding through scholarships. The SHEF service region encompasses the cities of Colonial Heights, Hopewell, Petersburg and the counties of Dinwiddie, Prince George, Sussex, Chester, Enon, Ettrick and Matoaca.
United Way WomenRise Program: In response to the massive expense of childcare, United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg launched WomenRise, a scholarship program that provides financial assistance to help single moms cover the cost of childcare while they work toward a post-secondary degree or credential. Applications open each spring.
Healthcare
F.A. Davis Scholarship: F.A. Davis is dedicated to developing teaching and learning solutions that meet the needs of nursing and health science students, educators, and practitioners. To stay committed to our goal of shaping the future of nursing and health science education, F.A. Davis is proud to offer annual scholarships to support those aspiring to work in healthcare.
Radiologic Technology
American Society for Radiologic Technologists: ASRT Foundation offers members multiple scholarships help entry-level students and professionals get the support they need to achieve a successful, sustainable career and deliver safe, high-quality patient care. Applications are due January 31.
Virginia Society of Radiologic Technologists: The purpose of this scholarship that is offered to VSRT members is to provide financial assistance to students enrolled in primary entry programs. Applications are due December 1.
Sweepstakes
Citizens Scholarship: Entering gives students a chance to win $2,500 monthly and quarterly prizes and a $15,000 annual grand prize.
Nitro Scholarship: Monthly opportunities to enter to win a $2,000 prize.
Sallie Mae Scholarship: Monthly opportunities to enter to win a $2,000 prize.
This bulletin board is for informational purposes only, SOMI does not endorse or affiliate with these scholarships.
*NEVER supply bank information when applying for a scholarship.
