OPEN NOW: raise.me All students can enter their extracurricular, service, and school accomplishments to begin earning money towards college costs.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarships - open various months based on which of the scholarships you apply for https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/
Coca Cola Scholarship - opens August 1st https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship - opens August 1st https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm
The Gates Scholarship - The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential. Click here to apply: https://collegetransitions.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c5c86939981a0e3bb8471588d&id=29b79d1330&e=4d81f0d0cd
National Honor Society Members https://webportalapp.com/sp/login_saml/nhs2026
National Association of Student Councils Scholarship - due December 1, 2025 by 3 p.m. The NASC Scholarship is officially open! This year, over $200,000 will be awarded to high school juniors and seniors who are current student council officers and embody NASC’s values of leadership, service, student voice, and engagement.Awards include $1,500 for 75 finalists and $10,000 for ten national winners, who will also attend an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. with their advisers. Encourage your eligible officers to apply by Dec. 1 at 3 PM ET.https://hubs.la/Q03HFsc90 NASC Scholarship made possible by The Allstate Foundation
Taco Bell Live Mas Scholarship: The Live Más Scholarship for the 2025-2026 cycle is now open. Designed for Taco Bell’s biggest fans and the cultural rebels who know what it means to Live Más, you can receive up to $25,000 to fuel your future. Application Deadline is Tuesday, January 6 at 5:00 pm PST Unlike most college scholarships, the Live Más Scholarship application process is fast, easy and geared towards celebrating your passion and what drives YOU! New this year – for the first time students can apply with a 2-min video OR a written response. So whether you are at your best on camera or on your keyboard, you choose how to tell your story.
Dell Scholars Scholarship - opens October 1 https://www.dellscholars.org/students/
Hagan Scholarship: a need based merit scholarship for driven students. Please check the eligibility requirements, as well as finding more information on the website https://haganscholarships.org/
GE Ronald Reagan Scholarship - closes in January 2026 High school seniors nationwide who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship are eligible to apply for a $10,000 renewable scholarship – up to $40,000 total per recipient. Recipients not only receive money for college but also join a network of exceptional students and young professionals who desire to lead, serve, and have a positive impact on their communities. Candidates can access eligibility requirements, insights from past recipients, and a link to the application online.
Burger King Scholarship - opens in December https://www.burgerkingfoundation.org/programs/burger-king-sm-scholars
The Horatio Alger Association is seeking students who display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Students must have financial need and a determination to turn adversity into opportunity and pursue their American Dream. Opens December 1st and closes on February 15, 2026 for seniors.
Eligibility Requirements:
Be enrolled full time as a high school senior in the United States
Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at one of the target colleges/universities on our website (complete list can be found here: Senior Scholarships)
Demonstrate financial need ($100,000 or lower household income)
Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0
Be a United States citizen
BBB Mississippi Students of Integrity Scholarship- $2,000
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Scholarships- amount varies
https://www.cbcfinc.org/programs/scholarships/ (these open in early January!)
American Quarter Horse Association: Andrew McBeath Region 9 Leadership Scholarship- $4,500
Optimist International Oratorical Contest - $1,000
Thurgood Marshall College Fund- amount varies
Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship- $5,000
https://www.legion-aux.org/scholarships/children-of-warriors
Science Without Borders® Challenge Student Art Contest- $500
Home Depot Orange Scholars- $2,500
Digital Footprint Legacy Scholarship- $1,000
Jeremiah J. and Annette S. O’Keefe Scholarship Fund Annual Scholarship Due: February 11, 2026
Jeremiah J. And Annette S. O’Keefe Scholarship Fund
60%—Financial Need
20%—Academics
20%—Service
This is a $4000 scholarship. One senior from the St. Patrick Class of 2025 will receive this scholarship.
To apply for this scholarship, the following must be completed.
1. Write a paragraph about your financial needs—include anything that makes your situation unique—siblings in college, siblings in private/parochial schools, parents out of work, etc. Otherwise, explain your need for financial assistance.
MUST BE HANDWRITTEN IN YOUR HANDWRITING!
2. Include your resume. Please include your ACT on your resume.
3. Please list all other scholarships you have been offered.
4. Include an unofficial transcript—do not put it in an envelope.
5. Write an essay—-300 to 500 words on the following topic:
“How Do I Plan to Continue Serving My Community” (You can write about how you plan to serve your college community and your community once you have graduated from college).
Remember this must be handwritten. Please use blue or black ink and write neatly. Skip lines if necessary. WRITE ON ONE SIDE OF THE PAPER!!! THANKS
DO NOT STAPLE ANYTHING. PUT EVERYTHING IN A FOLDER IN THE ORDER STATED ABOVE. PLEASE FOLLOW DIRECTIONS!
DUE: Monday, February 11, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. to Liz Wilkinson in the front office of the school
The Ann Wesson Memorial Scholarship Application is now open, and it’s designed to help you achieve your academic goals.
Eligibility Guidelines: Exhibit financial need; Enrolled Seniors who are planning to attend College or
University in the fall of 2025.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, April 6, 2025 @ 11:59 p.m.
You can apply here: https://docs.google.com/.../1bNTLXdpNTkmuvnZtkY0q.../edit...
Don’t wait—take the next step toward your education today! Apply before the deadline and be sure to share this opportunity with others who may qualify.
For any questions or concerns, please email Mari Johnson at jaboslahs@gmail.com.
Presented by Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs’ Life After High School Project.
Southernettes Scholarship: due March 30th
pick up an application from Mrs. Williams
Junior Auxiliary Gulfport College Bound Scholarship
pick up an application from Mrs. Williams or use th elink emailed out to all seniors and parents
completed applications are due back to Mrs. Williams by February 9th at 3 p.m.
George Sekul Scholarship
you may pick up an application from Mrs. Williams or use the one that was emailed from Ms. Wilkinson on 1/14.
Applications must be received by the committee by April 1, 2026, so make sure you mail your application to the address listed on the application at least a week in advance
Keesler AFB scholarship opportunities: http://www.keeslerspousesclub.org/scholarships.html
Navy Seabee Foundation Scholarship Opportunities: The Navy Seabee Foundation offers exclusive opportunities for the children and grandchildren of those who served in the esteemed Naval Construction Forces, including Seabees and Civil Engineer Corps (CEC) Officers. Seabee Scholarships can be used for a four-year bachelor’s degree, a two-year associate’s degree, or a technical education (CTE) program, our scholarships are tailored to support their aspirations. Eligibility includes active duty, reserve, retired, and honorably discharged members.
MORA SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION:
Now Accepting Applications!
We are pleased to announce the launch of the inaugural Show Your Heart Scholarship, created in partnership with Donate Life Mississippi (MORA).
This scholarship will honor two senior student-athletes who go beyond the game—showing heart in the classroom, on the field, and in their communities. MORA’s mission of hope, service, and saving lives inspires the very spirit of this scholarship program.
To learn more and apply for the scholarship please visit the link below!
https://linktr.ee/mississippihsaa
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI TERRIFIC TEEN:
CALLING ALL PROUD PARENTS, GRANDPARENTS & TEACHERS!
Do you know a high school junior or senior who’s crushing it—in the classroom, on the field, in the community, or just by being an all-around incredible human?
We want to talk to ya!
South Mississippi Living’s 2026 Terrific Teen nominations are officially OPEN!
We’re looking for standout South Mississippi teens who deserve the spotlight—and yes, you can nominate them right now. It’s quick, easy, and comes with major bragging rights.
Fill out the form
Upload a photo
Help us celebrate the next generation of Terrific Teens
Nominate your Terrific Teen here
https://forms.gle/nLK4hH1evMgzsdnd6
Upload one photo here without writing or copyright AND please label uploaded photos with the student’s name to help us keep everything nice and organized. We appreciate it!
https://smliving.net/advertise
Project Impact MS Scholarship Opportunity
Sharing a reminder about an exciting scholarship opportunity for Mississippi students through Project Impact MS.
The application window for these scholarships is open until March 31, 2026, offering students an opportunity to secure financial assistance for their academic endeavors. Please take a moment to share this opportunity with your students and encourage them to apply.
All scholarship details and application forms can be found here.
For more information about Project Impact MS and its initiatives, please visit our website here.
Les Belle Fleurs Scholarship
applicants must be a high school female senior
completed applications should be postmarked by April 1, 2026
pick up an application from Mrs. Williams or refer to the email sent out on 2/23/2026
Bleuer Scholarship
All applications must be postmarked by April 10, 2026.
Incomplete applications and those received after the deadline will not be considered.
Recipients will be notified in writing of their selection after April 15, 2026.
To be eligible for a Bleuer scholarship, applicant must meet the following criteria: 1. Be a resident of the City of Biloxi, MS, for a minimum of three (3) consecutive years immediately prior to the initial award term. 2. Be enrolled in or graduated from an accredited high school, GED program, or community college; or be enrolled in a four-year college or university with freshman or sophomore standing. 3. Have a 3.25 GPA on all previous work with a minimum ACT composite score of 19. (A minimum 3.0 GPA as a full-time student is required to continue the award.) 4. Have demonstrated need as determined by income tax returns for the past two years.
Students will receive awards of $5,000 per year with a maximum of four years. Awards may cover tuition, books, room, and board. Checks for award amounts will be made out to and sent directly to the designated college/university. Awards are for undergraduate study only and are considered as gifts. All awards are subject to annual review upon receipt of grade reports and are thereby given on a yearly basis.
Continued permanent residency in Biloxi will be considered when yearly reapplication is made. A recipient will be limited to, but not guaranteed, a maximum of four annual awards.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE: 1. Completed Application Form. 2. Personal Essay, typed. 3. Copies of high school and college transcripts showing Class Rank (high school only) and GPA. 4. Copies of ACT or SAT scores, if not already on transcript. 5. Signed copies of your IRS 1040 tax forms from the past two years. If you are a dependent, send copies of your parents’ or legal guardians’ tax forms. (Only pages one and two are necessary) 6. Three letters of recommendation, preferably from people who know of your academic ability and work habits. These may be mailed to the enclosed address under separate cover if so desired. 7. Small photograph of applicant.
ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONFIDENTIAL. UPON COMPLETION OF THE APPLICATION, PLEASE SEND ALL MATERIALS TO:
The Peoples Bank Asset Management & Trust Services Bleuer Scholarship Fund ATTN: Scarlett Green P.O. Drawer 1416 Biloxi, MS 39533
For additional information, please contact: Scarlett Green, 228-435-8208, or sgreen@thepeoples.com
AlphaCare Scholarship
For the Class of 2026, AlphaCare will be awarding twenty (20) scholarships of $2,500 each. These scholarships are open to all high school seniors in Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Baldwin, Lamar, and Forrest Counties.
Students can access the application by scanning the QR code on the flyer or filling out the attached PDF or by visiting alphacareurgentcare.com. Completed applications and all required materials must be submitted by March 15, 2026 to alphacarescholarships@yahoo.com.
D’Iberville/St. Martin Chamber Scholarship - $1000
For the application, refer to the email sent out by Mrs. Williams on March 12th. Applications are due back to Mrs. Williams by April 10th.
Winners must be able to attend the State of the City Presentation and Luncheon on May 14th