Scholarships for first-generation students

14 catalog matches mark first-generation eligibility. That is the full public set on this page — we do not add awards to fill it. The official Next Scholar catalog lists 5,417 scholarships, including 395 hosted-apply listings and 611 mail-packet listings. Confirm every rule on the sponsor’s page. Free to start, with paid plans.

First-generation scholarships on this page are the catalog rows marked for that group. Start with the list below, then check local and state awards.

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Akerson Family Foundation Scholarship (2027)

Scholarship · Akerson Family Foundation · $50,000.00

Deadline on file: March 1, 2027, 11:59 p.m

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Dale A. Boutin Scholarship (VSAC)

Scholarship · Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC) · $2,000.00

Deadline on file: February 10, 2027

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David Coates Scholarship (VSAC)

Scholarship · Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC) · Up to $1,000.00

Deadline on file: February 10, 2027

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Germain and Remi Bourdeau Agricultural Memorial Fund Scholarship (VSAC)

Scholarship · VSAC-assisted; sponsored by the Germain Bourdeau Agricultural Memorial Fund · $1,000.00

Deadline on file: February 10, 2027

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James and Brooke Harhi Endowed Scholarship for First Generation CAH Students

Scholarship · University of Central Florida College of Arts and Humanities · Up to $500.00

Deadline on file: April 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM

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Jeffrey R. Leifer Scholarship

Scholarship · University of California San Diego · Up to $1,500.00

Deadline on file: April 2, 2026

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Live Like Erick Foundation First Generation Scholarship

Scholarship · Live Like Erick Foundation · See the official page

Deadline on file: February 28, 2027, 11:59 p.m

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Machen Florida Opportunity Scholarships

Scholarship · University of Florida Student Financial Aid and Scholarships · MFOS designed so eligible students' need is fully met with grants and scholarships…

Deadline on file: FAFSA must be received by UF prior to Fall term enrollment (automatic packaging for eligible first-generation, historically low-income Florida FTIC freshmen)

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QuestBridge National College Match

Scholarship · QuestBridge · Full four-year Match Scholarship covering tuition, housing, food, books/supplies, and…

Deadline on file: October 1, 2026, 11:59 p.m

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Ron and Judy Sprague Memorial Scholarship (VSAC)

Scholarship · Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC) · $1,000.00

Deadline on file: February 10, 2027

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Steingard Family Scholarship (Community Foundation of Northern Nevada)

Scholarship · Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Up to $2,500.00

Deadline on file: March 15, 2027

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The Alannas Scholarship (VSAC)

Scholarship · Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC) · $1,000.00

Deadline on file: February 10, 2027

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The Jedidiah Zabrosky Scholarship (VSAC)

Scholarship · VSAC-assisted; sponsored by the Zabrosky family · Up to $2,000.00

Deadline on file: February 10, 2027

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Wayne M. Densch First Generation Scholarship Program

Scholarship · Seminole State College of Florida · See the official page

Deadline on file: July 5, 2027

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Questions

What are first-generation scholarships?

On this page, first-generation scholarships are the 14 catalog listings marked for first-generation students. That is the full public set. We do not add awards to fill it. Confirm every rule on the official page.

Where else should a first-generation student look?

Local scholarships, the state lists, STEM scholarships, and high school senior scholarships. A listing here is not a promise you will receive the award.

Does a listing here mean the student will receive the award?

No. Next Scholar shows the sponsor, the official page, and the facts on file. The sponsor decides.

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