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10 Vermont Scholarships to Save You Thousands on College
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Home to several top colleges and universities, Vermont has a lot to offer in terms of educational opportunities. If you’re a resident of this quintessential New England state, you’re also eligible to win a host of scholarships to help fund your education.
10 Vermont Scholarships
1. Anderson Scholarship
Amount: $2,000-$4,000
Deadline: February 11
Eligibility: Must be seeking a certificate or associate degree in a technical field; must demonstrate financial need
Application Requirements: Unified Scholarship Application, FAFSA, recommendation letter, essay
Based on financial need and a demonstrated desire to achieve skills to support the Vermont economy, this scholarship helps Vermont students attain a certificate or associate degree. The award is granted for 1-2 years and is renewable for up to one additional year.
2. Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund
Amount: N/A
Deadline: May 2
Eligibility: Must be a New England state resident who is enrolled full time in a bachelor’s degree program; must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need, and work part-time
Application Requirements: Proof of financial need (e.g. SAR), recommendation letters, application
Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree for the first time are eligible to earn this scholarship, based on academic achievement, a commitment to serving others, a strong work ethic, and leadership qualities. They should demonstrate skilled writing and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to society.
3. Samara Fund Scholarships
Amount: $750-$1,000 (varies by year)
Deadline: February 11
Eligibility: Must be a graduating high school senior or receiving a GED
Application Requirements: Unified Application (VSAC)
The Samara Scholarship was created to celebrate students who oppose discrimination and prejudice and stand for the elimination of homophobia, through personal experience and/or public commitments. Applicants must plan to pursue formal education in any area.
4. Vermont State Grange Scholarships
Amount: $500-$1,000
Deadline: N/A
Eligibility: Varies; must demonstrate financial need and academic achievement
Application Requirements: Unified Application (VSAC)
The Vermont State Grange Educational Aid Fund offers several scholarships, including an Educational Scholarship and Agricultural Scholarship. They are awarded based on factors like academic achievement, financial need, and community involvement.
5. Elizabeth J. Davis Scholarship
Amount: $1,000-$3,000
Deadline: February 11
Eligibility: Students pursuing a degree in a health care profession at a certified college; must demonstrate financial need
Application Requirements: 2 essays, application (contact VSAC), recommendation letter
The Elizabeth J. Davis Scholarship was created to assist home care professionals in their pursuit of a bachelor, graduate, or associate degree in a health field. Upon earning their degree, recipients must work in home care in Vermont for a minimum of two years.
6. Agricultural Service Board Bursary
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: N/A
Eligibility: Must attend an agriculture-related post-secondary program and be a Leduc County resident
Application Requirements: Application form, proof of acceptance into a post-secondary program, essay
Each year, the Agricultural Service Board Bursary awards five scholarships to students who are enrolled in an agriculture-related program. As part of their application, students should submit an essay describing their future aspirations and how their education will support these goals.
7. Jennie Johnson Scholarship
Amount: Up to $1,000
Deadline: February 11
Eligibility: Essex or Orleans County residents who intend to reside and work in Vermont post-graduation; must demonstrate financial need
Application Requirements: Unified Scholarship Application, FAFSA, recommendation letter, transcript, essay
The Jennie Jonson Scholarship was created to honor the memory of an artist and beloved postmaster. Recipients should enroll in college for at least three-quarter time and demonstrate academic achievement and financial need.
8. PedsOne Youth Service Scholarship
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: February 11
Eligibility: Must be a current high school senior with demonstrated financial need
Application Requirements: Unified Scholarship Application, Essay, recommendation letter, transcript, FAFSA
This scholarship assists students who have demonstrated leadership in community service and a commitment to improving the lives of children. Applicants should be planning on seeking an undergraduate and/or experiences that will support future youth-related work.
9. Norman and Cecile Leduc Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $750
Deadline: February 11
Eligibility: Must be a current high school senior residing in Franklin or Grand Isle County; must demonstrate financial need and attend an accredited school approved for federal Title IV funding
Application Requirements: Unified Scholarship Application, FAFSA, 2 recommendation letters, essay, transcript
Honoring the lives of Normal and Cecile Leduc, this scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate academic achievement and financial need. Students must also demonstrate community service leadership outside of school activities (preference is given to those who participate in activities with religious groups).
10. Bill Marcus Student Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: December 3
Eligibility: College students pursuing a degree in journalism/media
Application Requirements: Transcript, letter of recommendation, proof of enrollment for the coming fall, proof of residency, essay, work samples
Open to college students pursuing a degree in journalism or working toward a career in media, this scholarship recognizes talented students in the field with a first-place $1,000 award and second-place $500 award. Applicants must submit an essay explaining their desire to pursue a career in journalism and work samples from their reporting.
Tips for Applying for Scholarships
1. Start with institutional awards.
Your college or university is your best source of financial aid. Many highly selective schools even employ a no-loan policy when offering awards, so you won’t even need to pay them back after graduation. If your package falls short, you can fill in the gaps with outside scholarships like those listed above.
2. Focus on niche scholarships.
Niche awards, like those on this list, are generally easier to secure than ones that attract wider audiences. So, focus on awards geared toward people in your location (like those above), of your demographics, or with your interests or ambitions.
3. Start early — and keep applying.
We recommend starting to look for scholarships as early as freshman year, so you’ll have mapped out your strategy by college season. You can apply for as many scholarships as you want; just keep in mind that they may affect your institution-based financial aid.
