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Three simple steps to find scholarships you qualify for

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AES Engineering Scholarship

Award: $500
Deadline: 2026-10-08
AES Engineering
This aes scholarship from AES Engineering is currently accepting applications. Essay-based scholarship open to all undergraduate and high school students…
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Granum Foundation Fellowship Prize

Award: $5000
Deadline: 2026-08-01
Granum Foundation
This granum scholarship from Granum Foundation is currently accepting applications. Annual prize supporting U.S.-based writers completing substantive literary works including…
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UNCF General Scholarship

Award: $5000
Deadline: 2027-03-31
United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
This united scholarship from United Negro College Fund (UNCF) is currently accepting applications. UNCF’s flagship scholarship awards up to $5,000…
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Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Support Award

Award: $5000
Deadline: 2026-08-01
Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation
This patsy scholarship from Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation is currently accepting applications. Awards up to $5,000 to low-income women…
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First-Generation College Student Scholarship

Award: $2500
Deadline: 2026-09-28
Kadzai Law Group, LLC
This kadzai scholarship from Kadzai Law Group, LLC is currently accepting applications. A scholarship for first-generation college students enrolled in…
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Pen to Paper Scholarship for Storytellers

Award: $1000
Deadline: 2026-10-31
Scholarships360
This scholarships360 scholarship from Scholarships360 is currently accepting applications. A creative writing scholarship for students who enjoy crafting stories. Applicants…
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Spot Scholarships work?

We find and list verified scholarships from real organizations across the US. Every listing links directly to the official application page — we're a search tool, not a scholarship provider.

Is it free to use?

Yes — Spot Scholarships is completely free. We never charge students for access to any scholarship listings.

Do you offer or award scholarships?

No. We are a scholarship search engine and directory. We help you find and apply to scholarships offered by other organizations.

How do you make money?

We display advertising on our pages. Ad revenue helps us keep the site free and continue bringing you more scholarships.

How often are scholarships updated?

We add new scholarships every day and automatically remove expired listings so everything stays current.

How do I contact you?

Use our Contact page or email [email protected].