Being a leader is no easy task. It requires a strong knowledge, motivation, and humility. Leaders are those that we look to for direction, inspiration, advice, and to keep us going when things get tough. If you’ve taken on a leadership role, whether it was for your school’s sport team, club, outside organization, or volunteer group, you may be qualified to earn free money for college. Leadership scholarships reward students who show skills in motivating others in and out of the classroom. Get matched with the right scholarship by filling out our Scholarship Match Quiz! If you’re a leader, check out this list of leadership scholarships to help add to your college savings.
This scholarship is open to U.S. students who are 14 years of age or older that display an exceptional talent and potential in jazz performance and/or education or industry. Applicants must demonstrate potential for growth, artistic accomplishments, and leadership skills; university students must also demonstrate financial need.
This award is available for currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students who are active in working for social change. Recent grantees have been active in the struggle against racism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression; building the movement for economic justice; and creating peace through international, anti-imperialist solidarity.
This award is for college freshman and sophomores who will be attending school full time at a U.S. institution. Applicants must be African American, dedicated to the legal profession, demonstrate academic achievement and outstanding character. Click here to learn more and apply today!
This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who attend a Forsyth County high school and reside in The Winston-Salem’s Foundation service area. Students must have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher and demonstrate outstanding leadership, school service, and community involvement.
The Educational Theatre Association offers this $1,500 one time scholarship to an inducted Thespian of the International Thespian Society who shows leadership abilities
Herbert W. Nickens Medical Student Scholarships go to 5 outstanding students in their third year of medical school who have shown leadership and efforts to do away with inequality in health care.
U.S. Muslim students who are college juniors or graduate students majoring in humanities, social sciences, liberal arts, or law are eligible for this award. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and be affiliated with the Islamic Institute of Orange County (IIOC).
This award is available for gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender high school seniors who will be attending an accredited two- or four-year college or university. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident, and must be substantially involved in community service.
This award is for young people aged 8-18 who have completed an extraordinary service project. Applicants should be between the ages of 8 and 18, and permanent residents of the United States or Canada. The Barron Prize does not discriminate against its applicants based on race, color, ethnicity, and etc.
