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The $1,500 Girls On Campus She Leads Scholarship is officially open for 2026! 🎓🌸

This is your reminder to take a chance and apply, even if you are unsure whether you are eligible or think you will not win.

Apply before November 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM. No extensions will be given, so please do not wait until the last minute!

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  • Fully Funded Aspen Ideas: Rising Generations

    A four-day gathering bringing together 350 young people from across the United States to explore technology, economic opportunity, culture, creativity, faith, and purpose through conversations and interactive experiences.

    Eligibility: Young people ages 18–24 based in the United States; college enrollment, a degree, and specific credentials are not required
    Location: Bentonville, Arkansas
    Funding: Fully funded, including travel, lodging, meals, and all programming
    Deadline: Today, July 29, 2026
    Information: link

  • $2,000 Field Inclusive Travel Award

    Travel award helping a marginalized or historically excluded student attend a conference, workshop, or professional training opportunity in the natural sciences during Fall 2026.

    Eligibility: Students attending institutions in the United States; applicants from non-U.S. institutions are not eligible
    Deadline: August 1, 2026
    Information: https://fieldinclusive.org/

  • MLT Career Prep Program

    A 20+ month career development program offering personalized coaching, internship and job search support, professional training, networking, and access to top employers.

    Eligibility: College students beginning the program during their sophomore year; open to all students who meet the program criteria
    Finance Priority Deadline: August 1, 2026
    Other Priority Deadlines: Consulting — September 1; Corporate Management — Oct1; Technology — November 1
    Information: https://mlt.org/career-prep/

Advice column

Build a Brand People Can Explain in One Sentence

Your personal or professional brand is not just your résumé, job title, aesthetic, or what you post online. It is the pattern people notice about you.

It is the sentence someone says when your name comes up:

“She is the one who always finds scholarships.”

“He is really good at explaining data.”

“She cares about access to education and knows how to build communities.”

Why does this matter? Because many opportunities are shared through conversations you are not part of. Someone may hear about an internship, project, speaking opportunity, scholarship, job, or introduction and think of a person to recommend. The easier it is for people to understand what you care about and what you are good at, the easier it is for them to think of you.

Being talented is important, but being clearly associated with something makes you easier to remember.

The hidden advice is that you should not try to be known for everything. When your message is too broad, people may like you but still not know what opportunities to send your way. Choose two or three themes that connect naturally.

For example:

Finance, access to education, and community building.

Technology, product design, and student opportunities.

Public health, research, and immigrant communities.

You can have many interests, but your public story should have a clear thread connecting them.

Another hidden strategy is to repeat yourself more than feels necessary. You may feel like you have already talked about your goals, interests, or work too many times, but most people do not see every post or remember every conversation. Consistency creates recognition.

You should also show evidence, not only ambition. Instead of repeatedly saying, “I am passionate about helping students,” share the scholarship list you created, the event you organized, the student you mentored, the resource you built, or the lesson you learned. Your work should support the sentence you want people to use about you.

Your brand is also shaped by what you consistently do for others. People remember who shares useful information, follows through, makes introductions, gives credit, and supports others without always expecting something in return. Generosity can become part of your professional reputation.

Be careful, though, not to become known only as the person who helps everyone else. Make your own goals visible too. Tell people what you are building, what roles interest you, what skills you are developing, and what kind of introductions would be helpful. People cannot advocate for a goal they do not know you have.

Another hidden piece of advice: create different versions of your one-sentence brand for different spaces. The way a recruiter describes you may be slightly different from the way a professor, classmate, client, or online follower describes you. The message should still connect, but you can emphasize the part most relevant to the room.

For example:

Professional:
“She is a finance professional interested in treasury, technology, and product strategy.”

Community:
“She creates opportunities and resources that help students access education and careers.”

Founder:
“She is building a platform that helps students discover opportunities and meaningful connections.”

Also, pay attention to what people already come to you for. The questions they ask, the advice they request, and the introductions they seek may reveal a brand you have already built without realizing it.

Ask yourself:

What do people currently associate with me?

What do I want them to associate with me?

What proof am I giving them?

What opportunities do I want my name mentioned for?

Then complete this sentence:

“I want to be known as the person who helps __________ through __________.”

Your answer can change as you grow. The goal is not to trap yourself in one identity. The goal is to make your strengths, interests, and direction clear enough that people can remember you, recommend you, and connect you to the right opportunities.

All opportunities down below divided by section🎀🧸🌸

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Scholarships to apply for now!

  • $1,500 Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship

    A national scholarship supporting students who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, work experience, and an interest in health, wellness, fitness, or related careers.

    Eligibility: U.S. high school seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students pursuing a health- or fitness-related field
    Award: $1,500
    Deadline: August 1, 2026, or once 1,000 applications are received
    Information: https://www.michaelmoodyfitness.com/national-student-scholarship

  • $2,500 SBB Research Group Foundation STEM Scholarship

    Supports full-time college students pursuing STEM degrees.

    Eligibility: Full-time students at a U.S. college or university pursuing a STEM degree with at least a 3.5 GPA. Incoming freshmen and graduating seniors who are not continuing to graduate school are not eligible.
    Award: $2,500
    Deadline: August 1, 2026

  • Fully Funded SWE Conference Scholarship

    A conference scholarship offering selected students a fully funded opportunity to attend the 2026 Society of Women Engineers WE Conference in Boston. Participants can access networking opportunities, professional development, current industry insights, recruiters, internships, and potential full-time job opportunities.

    Eligibility: Sophomores, juniors, and seniors; offered through the Society of Women Engineers chapter at The University of Texas at Dallas
    Location: Boston, Massachusetts
    Conference Dates: November 5–7, 2026
    Funding: Full scholarship to attend the conference; applicants should confirm whether transportation, lodging, meals, and registration are all included
    Deadline: August 4, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
    Application: https://forms.gle/KpGNrWjSkhpp6n69t

  • STEM only- 2026 Labroots Undergraduate Back-to-School Scholarship — $1,000

    Scholarship for incoming or current undergraduate students pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. The award can help cover textbooks, course materials, or other academic expenses.

    Who can apply: Students worldwide who are accepted to or enrolled in an accredited undergraduate BA or BS program for the 2026–2027 academic year. The applicant’s degree or research area must be in a STEM field.

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: July 31, 2026

    Additional details: There is no application fee, no geographic restriction, and no restriction on how the award may be used. The full award is paid directly to the winner and is not reimbursement-based.

  • 2026 Strength Through Recovery Scholarship — $1,000
    Scholarship for students who have demonstrated resilience after experiencing, or supporting someone who experienced, a personal injury caused by another's negligence. Who can apply: Current high school seniors, vocational students, undergraduate, and graduate students who are U.S. residents with a minimum 3.0 GPA and are enrolled or planning to enroll in a postsecondary program.

    Award: $1,000

    Essay: 750–1,000 words describing a personal injury experience, the recovery process, lessons learned about safety, and how the experience can inspire advocacy or help prevent future injuries.

    Deadline: July 31, 2026

  • Educated Girls Rock Cap & Career Scholarship — Two $1,000 Awards
    Scholarship supporting graduating young women as they pursue college, university, trade school, or military service and prepare for their future careers.

    Who can apply: Class of 2026 high school graduates or GED recipients who can provide proof of acceptance or enrollment in a college, university, trade school, or military program.

    Award: Two recipients will each receive $1,000.

    Application requirements: Completed application, transcript or GED documentation, proof of acceptance or enrollment, a 250–500-word personal essay, a letter of reference, and a 1–2 minute video responding to: “How Am I an Educated Girl Who Rocks?”

    Deadline: July 31, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

  • ScholarshipOwl Graduate Student Scholarship — $1,000
    No-essay scholarship supporting students pursuing graduate or professional degrees in 2026. Current or prospective graduate students who meet the eligibility requirements listed in the official sweepstakes rules. There is no GPA requirement and no purchase is necessary.

    Award: One $1,000 scholarship

    Deadline: July 31, 2026, at 8:59 p.m. PDT

  • Gibson Family Scholarship — Award Amount Not Listed
    Scholarship supporting Black or African American undergraduate students pursuing careers in education or health-related fields who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership potential, and a commitment to community service.

    Who can apply: Incoming freshmen and current undergraduate students of Black or African American descent who are enrolled at a regionally accredited four-year college or university and are pursuing a degree in education or a health-related field.

    Deadline: July 31st

𑣲⋆。˚Paid Fully In person/ Remote/Hybrid opportunities

  1. New- $1,750 Waging Nonviolence Journalism Fellowship

    A five-month remote journalism fellowship for writers interested in reporting on social movements, peace, justice, and nonviolent action. Fellows will receive editorial mentorship and publish five in-depth feature articles of at least 1,500 words each.

    Eligibility: U.S.-based writers with experience in reporting or analysis on social movements and strong writing skills
    Program Format: Remote with a flexible, self-directed schedule
    Compensation: $500 initial stipend plus $250 per published story, for up to $1,750 total
    Deadline: August 10, 2026
    Application Materials: Résumé or CV not required
    Information: link

  2. New-Trusted Creator Fellowship — News Creator Corps

    A fellowship for young content creators who want to strengthen their journalism skills, including fact-checking, sourcing, interviewing, and producing credible information for their communities.

    Eligibility: Full-time college students age 25 or younger; three seats are reserved for the fall cohort
    $5,000 stipend upon completing the program
    Deadline: August 17, 2026
    Information:https://newscreatorcorps.org/programs/trusted-creator/apply/

  3. Paid — Food Empowerment Project Youth Scholarship Contest

    Remote writing and illustration competition inviting young people to explore compassionate leadership and how personal choices can create positive change.

    Eligibility: Youth ages 11–24; additional submission rules apply
    Awards: $500 for first place, $300 for second place, and additional cash recognition for selected entries
    Format: Fully remote
    Deadline: July 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PT
    Information: https://foodispower.org/youth-contest-2026/

  4. Paid Michigan only— Michigan Education Justice Coalition Youth Programs

    Statewide leadership and organizing programs for Michigan youth interested in education justice, advocacy, and creating change in their communities. Opportunities include hybrid and virtual meetings, training, collaborative projects, and paid stipends of up to $800 per year for Youth Collective members.

    Eligibility: Michigan students ages 13–18 for the Youth Collective or young adults ages 18–21 for the Young Adult Student Subcommittee
    Deadline: August 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
    Information: https://bit.ly/yc_yass

𑣲⋆。˚Fully funded Opportunities

  • Fully Funded — Cobb EMC Youth Leadership Program

    Leadership program for rising high school juniors offering scholarships, a fully funded Washington, D.C. trip from June 17–24, 2027, leadership training, an award opportunity, and a paid summer internship.

    Eligibility: Rising high school juniors, including homeschool students, graduating in the Class of 2028; must live in a Cobb EMC service-area household
    Deadline: July 31, 2026
    Information: https://www.cobbemc.com/ylp

  • Fully Funded — TMCF 2026 A.I. Technical Bootcamp

    All-expenses-paid technical bootcamp in San Mateo, California, where students will learn about artificial intelligence, design thinking, business modeling, and pitch development. Participants can also network with industry leaders and compete for scholarships and prizes.

    Eligibility: Full-time HBCU or PBI students in good academic standing; open to all majors with no minimum GPA requirement
    Program dates: October 14–16, 2026
    Deadline: August 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET
    Information: https://whosnext.tmcf.org/jobs/1630?lang=en-us

  • Windows on Williams

    Free three-day college fly-in where students stay in residence halls, attend classes, meet professors, and learn about admissions and financial aid. Williams arranges and pays for transportation, lodging, meals, and program expenses.

    Eligibility: Rising high school seniors living in the United States or Puerto Rico
    Deadline: August 1, 2026
    Information: https://www.williams.edu/admission-aid/visit-and-connect/wow/

  • Fully Funded — Agbioscience Company Tours

    Professional development experience for college students interested in careers that feed the world, protect the planet, and improve lives. Participants will attend curated tours of Lamb Farms and Corteva Agriscience, meet professionals, and join a mentorship dinner.

    Eligibility: College students interested in agribusiness, agriculture, food, science, sustainability, or related career areas
    Deadline: August 2, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET
    Information: https://lnkd.in/gyiRUw44

  • Fully Funded — Devon Geoscience Day

    All-expenses-paid technical geoscience and internship-recruiting experience in Oklahoma City. Participants will work with professionals while learning about core evaluation, well-log interpretation, mapping datasets, and careers in the energy industry.

    Eligibility: Graduate-level or prospective graduate students currently enrolled at a U.S. university; applicants should have an interest in geoscience. A résumé, transcript, and cover letter are required
    Deadline: August 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CT
    Information: https://www.devonenergy.com/career

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