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Finding scholarships that are actually open right now can save you hours of searching and a lot of frustration. This month, several well-known programs are accepting applications, and they cover everyone from high school seniors to doctoral students. We pulled together six options worth a close look, each one run by an established foundation or organization.
Whether you are heading to a four-year college, transferring from community college, learning a new language, or building a career in art or science, there is likely something here for you. Read through each program, click through to the full listing, and start planning your applications while these scholarships are still open.
Hertz Fellowship (2027)
The Hertz Fellowship comes from the Fannie and John Hertz Foundation and is accepting applications now. It funds doctoral students in the applied physical, biological and engineering sciences and in mathematics. If you are planning a PhD in one of those areas, this fellowship belongs near the top of your list.
What makes it stand out is who it is looking for. The foundation wants doctoral students who show exceptional creativity, so this is more than a reward for good grades. Many graduate funding options are tied to a single department, but this fellowship reaches across several technical fields, which gives you more room to show what makes your work different.
Before you start, read the full listing to confirm eligibility and see what the application involves. Programs at this level usually take real preparation, so give yourself plenty of time to put together a strong application.
Boren Scholarship (2027-2028)
The Boren Scholarship is run by the Institute of International Education with the National Security Education Program (NSEP). It funds U.S. undergraduate students who want to study less commonly taught languages. If you have been curious about a language your campus rarely offers, this program was built with you in mind.
Language-focused scholarships like this one can open doors that a typical course schedule cannot. Studying a less common language can make you stand out and give you a new way to connect with other cultures and communities.
It helps to think early about which language interests you and why. A clear sense of purpose usually makes an application stronger and easier to write. Check the listing for full eligibility details and requirements before you begin.
Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship (2027)
The Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation helps high-achieving community college students with financial need move on to four-year colleges and finish their bachelor’s degrees. It is one of the few programs aimed specifically at the transfer journey.
Transfer students often get overlooked when it comes to scholarships, so it is encouraging to see a major foundation focus on this group. If you have worked hard at community college and are ready for the next step, this program is well worth a look.
A good place to start is your community college advisor or transfer office. They can help you gather transcripts, think through which four-year schools fit your goals, and keep your application on schedule.
APIA Scholarship Program (2027-2028)
The APIA Scholarship Program comes from Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholars (APIA Scholars). The organization awards need- and merit-based scholarships to undergraduate students of Asian and Pacific Islander American heritage. If that describes you, add this program to your list.
Because it weighs both financial need and merit, it can fit students with many different backgrounds and stories. You do not have to be at the very top of your class to be a good candidate, and your circumstances matter as well as your achievements.
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Take time with the full listing so you understand exactly what the program asks for. Then think about how to show both your accomplishments and your personal journey in your application.
Cooke College Scholarship Program
The Cooke College Scholarship Program is the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s second listing in this roundup. It is the largest undergraduate scholarship program in the US for high-achieving high school seniors with financial need. For seniors who fit that description, it is hard to find a more important program to look into.
Of everything in this roundup, this is the one high school seniors should check first. It focuses on students who have done well academically but may not have the money to pay for college without help.
If you are a senior, talk with your school counselor about applying. Counselors can help you collect what you need and make sure you do not miss any steps along the way.
John F. and Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship Fund for Art Education
This fund is offered by the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. It is a trust-funded scholarship for young artists who want to make painting or drawing their profession, with an emphasis on classical approaches to art.
Art scholarships can be harder to find than awards for academic fields, which makes this one especially worth knowing about. If you have been working on traditional painting or drawing skills and want to build a career from them, this program lines up closely with your goals.
Look over the full listing to see what applicants need to submit. Like any art program, it helps to have your strongest work ready to share when the time comes.
Tips for Applying to Scholarships This Month
Start by reading each listing all the way through. Eligibility rules can be specific, and a few extra minutes of reading can save you from putting time into an application that is not a good fit. Make a list of what each program asks for so nothing catches you off guard.
Stay alert for scams, too. Legitimate scholarships should not ask you to pay a fee just to apply or to claim an award. The Federal Trade Commission has a helpful guide on how to avoid scholarship and financial aid scams that is worth a quick read before you share personal information anywhere.
Finally, keep a simple tracker with each program’s name, link, and requirements. Applying to several scholarships instead of just one or two improves your chances, and a tracker keeps everything organized. Ask for recommendation letters early so the people writing them have time to do a good job.
Final Thoughts
These six programs show how many kinds of scholarships are out there, from doctoral fellowships and language study to transfer support and art education. Each one serves a different kind of student, so take a moment to find the ones that fit you. The sooner you start, the more time you have to put together an application you feel good about.
New opportunities are added all the time, so keep checking back. Browse Spot Scholarships for more open programs, and good luck with your applications.