Scholarships
While applying for scholarships takes some initiative, research, and time on your part, the payoff is worth it!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the counseling office.
Most local scholarships post in the Spring.
CollegeBoard Opportunity Scholarships - Varying Deadlines
- Going Merry - it’s free! Going Merry has thousands of national, regional, and local scholarships. There are also opportunities for every grade level, from freshmen to seniors.
- QuestBridge - you can apply for free to the nation's best colleges and be considered for early admission and a full four-year scholarship from the college.
- RaiseMe - partners with universities to offer students scholarships for their achievements during high school and community college.
- Big Future by the College Board - find scholarships, other financial aid, and internships from thousands of programs.
- FastWeb - Join and match instantly. Once you complete your profile you'll have access to Fastweb's database of more than 1.5 million scholarships.
- GoodCall Scholarship Search - View thousands of scholarships, filter results by specific requirements, and even search by competition level and entry difficulty.
- Career One Stop - Search more than 8,000 scholarships, fellowships, grants, and other financial aid award opportunities.
- Scholarship Bee - Browse this site to find various businesses, schools, and organizations to help students pay for college.
- Scholarship America - Start exploring and start the application process with the click of a button.
- USA Scholarships - free scholarships and grants for college students
- Sallie Mae Scholarship Search - free way to get access to more than 5 million college scholarships
- STEM Scholarships for Women
- Chegg Monthly Scholarships - create a profile and be matched with scholarships that pertain to you
- Scholarships 360
- Imagine America Foundation - scholarships to career and technical colleges
- FFA Grants and Scholarships
MONTHLY SCHOLARSHIP NEWSLETTERS: DOZENS OF SCHOLARSHIPS, VARIOUS DEADLINES!
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DEADLINES PASSED
SEALY BAND BOOSTER SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: May 5, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors with 7 high school semesters as a band member and in good standing to be eligible to apply.
TEXAS SPORTSMAN'S ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: May 5, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be a TSA member or the child, stepchild, or grandchild of a TSA member.
Amount: $1,500
SEALY AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY
Deadline: April 28, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: This scholarship is open to any graduating senior from Sealy High School. Selection of recipients is based on merit, goals, character, citizenship, and need.
AUSTIN COUNTY FARM BUREAU SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 28, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicant must be the son or daughter of a current Austin County Farm Bureau member and a graduating senior of an Austin County high school who will be pursuing a degree in agriculture.
AUSTIN COUNTY LIVESTOCK ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 19, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be current members of Texas FFA or 4-H and plan to major in agriculture.
AUSTIN COUNTY RETIRED TEACHERS' ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 18, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants should be graduating seniors from Sealy High School, Bellville High School, or Brazos High School who plan to pursue a career in teaching.
Deadline: April 17, 2023 to Troy Oliver - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be current members in good standing of Sealy FFA, and have received advisor recommendation to order a Sealy FFA Letterman Jacket.
Deadline: April 17, 2023 to Troy Oliver - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be current members in good standing of Sealy FFA, and be State Lone Star degree applicants or recipients.
Deadline: April 17, 2023 to Troy Oliver - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be current members in good standing of Sealy FFA, and have an overall GPA of 2.5
Deadline: April 17, 2023 to Troy Oliver - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be current members in good standing of Sealy FFA, and have been FFA members for at least 3 years.
2023 KPMG FUTURE LEADERS PROGRAM
Deadline: April 14, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Students should be high school female seniors planning to enroll in a 4-year undergraduate program. Applicants should have a minimum 3.5 GPA and a proven track record of academic excellence and leadership potential.
Amount: $10,000 per year for 4 years of college
Deadline: April 15, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors whose future plans will result in a positive impact on the environment.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: April 15, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Those eligible to apply for this scholarship are graduating seniors who are the children and/or grandchildren to living CDA members in good standing, and a member for at least one year of Court St. Elizabeth #1616.
ACYRA WILL BYLER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 15, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Must have participated in the AUSTIN COUNTY YOUTH RODEO ASSOCIATION, and be a graduating senior for the school year MAY 2023. Scholarship recipients must maintain a minimum grade point average ratio each semester of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent.
SCOTT TOELKE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 14, 2023 by 3:15pm - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must plan to pursue a career or certification through a trade school or technical school.
Amount: $1,000
INGLISH FAMILY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 14, 2023 by 3:15pm - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Parent or legal guardian must be members of San Bernard Electric Cooperative, the applicant must be in the top 50% of their graduating senior class, and must show proof of enrollment to an academic, vocational, or technical college.
Amount: $2,000
FRANKLIN NOVICKE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 14, 2023 by 3:15pm - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: This scholarship is open to Sealy High School seniors who have experienced the loss of a parent or guardian.
Deadline: April 14, 2023 by 3:15pm - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Student must plan to train for a specific job in a skilled trade career at an accredited Trade School or Technical College.
Amount: $1,500
CAPITAL FARM CREDIT YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Deadline: April 11, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors planning to pursue a career in the agricultural industry.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: April 10, 2023 by 5:00pm - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Eligible applicants must be graduating high school seniors in Austin County who are active members in good standing of Texas FFA, 4-H, or FCCLA. Applicants must have participated in the Austin County Fair for a minimum of 2 years.
Deadline: April 7, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be Sealy High School seniors in the top 18% of their graduating class.
Amount: $1,500 per semester for four years
SEALY ENDOWMENT FUND SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 6, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at Sealy High School.
CITIZENS STATE BANK SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 6, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at Sealy High School.
ABE & IRENE LEVINE TRUST SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 6, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at Sealy High School.
SEALY AMERICAN LEGION POST #442 SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 6, 2023 by 3:15 pm - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Sealy High School.
Amount: $500-$1,200
AUSTIN COUNTY A&M CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 6, 2023 by Noon - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: The scholarships are to be awarded to outstanding students in Austin County who meet the admission requirements of Texas A & M University.
SAN FELIPE MASONIC LODGE #239 SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 6, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Sealy High School.
WOODMEN LIFE CHAPTER 105 OF SEALY SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 3, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: The scholarship funds will be awarded upon proof of admission to a college, university, or trade school.
Deadline: April 3, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must reside in Austin County and have participated in the Austin County Youth Rodeo Association.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 31, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Those eligible to apply for scholarships are graduating seniors who have been accepted for admission to an accredited college, university, or trade school in the fall of 2023. Each eligible student must have a father, mother, or legal guardian who is a full-time active-duty employee, and not on disability. The parent or guardian must be a member of a law enforcement agency, medical responder, or a full-time paid or volunteer member of a fire department located in the Gulf Coast region of the State of Texas who regularly works the frontline to keep our community safe.
Deadline: April 1, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: The scholarship will be awarded to two Region 6 graduating seniors who plan to major in education. The students must pursue an education in a Texas college or university.
Amount: $1,000
BLINN COLLEGE ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS
Deadline: April 1, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Students graduating from high school, currently enrolled college students, former college students, or first time in college students may apply for scholarships.
AUSTIN COUNTY TEXAS A&M MOTHERS' CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 31, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be Austin County residents with a minimum 2.5 GPA who have been accepted to Texas A&M University.
Deadline: March 31, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants should be graduating seniors at Sealy High School who have participated in Little League for at least four years.
Deadline: March 31, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants should plan to study medical sciences, education, or agriculture.
Amount: $300
Deadline: March 31, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: This scholarship is now open to 2023 graduating seniors who are majoring in a Horticulture related or similar field.
Amount: $1,000
SEALY GARDEN CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 29, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be Sealy High School seniors who plan to attend college or trade school and who have a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Preferential consideration will be given to students planning to major in horticulture, floral design, education, or plant science.
AUSTIN COUNTY PEACE OFFICERS SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 27, 2023 by 9:00 AM - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: The 2023 ACPOA scholarship is open to all graduating seniors. It is not necessary that you pursue a course of study in law enforcement, while it may be favored. Nor does it require you to have a parent working in law enforcement.
AUSTIN COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 24, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a high school in Austin County whose parents reside in Austin County.
Amount: $1,000
BRAZOS VALLEY SCHOOLS CREDIT UNION FUNDING THE FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 20, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants should be high school seniors with a 3.0 or higher GPA who are current members of BVSCU or who join BVSCU by March 20, 2023.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 19, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: To be eligible, students must be enrolled in an institution of higher learning or trade school in the summer/fall following the award of the scholarship.
Amount: $1,000-$10,000
Deadline: March 15, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be a member of a Farm Bureau family (membership must remain in good standing for the duration of the scholarship).
Deadline: March 17, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants should be graduating seniors from Sealy, Bellville, or Brazos High Schools. Candidates will be evaluated on their high school success, community involvement, and financial need.
Amount: $500
Deadline: March 13, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Students must plan to attend Prairie View A&M in the fall, parent or legal guardian must be members of San Bernard Electric Cooperative, and the applicant must be in the top 50% of their graduating senior class.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: March 13, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Parent or legal guardian must be members of San Bernard Electric Cooperative, the applicant must be in the top 50% of their graduating senior class, and must show proof of enrollment to an academic, vocational, or technical college.
Amount: $2,500
CODY THOMPSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 10, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Austin, Colorado, Fayette, Lavaca, or Wharton County who will further their education through technical/trade school, a certification program, or a college or university.
Scholarship winners will be recognized at noon at the CT Annual Golf Tournament. Please visit our Facebook Page or codythompsonmemorial.com for this year's date.
ASSOCIATION FOR COMPENSATORY EDUCATORS SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 3, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Eligible applicants must have, at some time in their school career, been enrolled in a compensatory education program. Compensatory Education includes programs such as Title I, Bilingual/ESL, State Compensatory Education (SCE), Migrant, and Homeless.
Amount: $1,000
AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIPS
Deadline: March 1, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: The AWS provides scholarships at the national, district, and sectional level. Visit the link and register for a profile for more information.
TEXAS MEDICAL ASSOCIATION DR. MICHAEL O'MALLEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: February 28, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants should be seniors at a rural Texas high school who excel in science and intend to pursue education in the field of medicine on their way to becoming a physician.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 23, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school JUNIORS who plan to enroll full-time at an accredited US college or university in Fall 2024.
Amount: This scholarship covers a student’s full tuition, room and board, and required fees for four years of undergraduate study. The Coolidge Scholarship also provides an annual stipend for books and supplies.
SOUTH CENTRAL TEXAS COW-CALF CLINIC SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: February 27, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: This scholarship is open to active 4-H and FFA members from Austin, Brazos, Burleson, Colorado, Fayette, Grimes, Waller, and Washington Counties who will be May 2023 graduates.
GIDEON LINCECUM CHAPTER MASTER NATURALIST SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: February 27, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: This scholarship is open to active 4-H and FFA members from Austin, Colorado, Fayette, Lee, and Washington Counties who will be May 2023 graduates.
Amount: $500
SOCIETY OF PETROLEUM ENGINEERS GULF COAST SECTION SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: February 19, 2023 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants should be high school seniors planning to study science or engineering as a freshman in college next year.
Amount: renewable yearly scholarship, up to 4 years ($2,000/semester, $4,000/academic year)
TEXAS 4-H FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Deadline: February 15, 2023 at 11:59 PM - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Applicants should be active members of 4-H and plan to pursue a degree from an accredited Texas college or university. Applicants must complete and submit their FAFSA before submitting their scholarship application.
Deadline: October 18, 2022 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility begins with maintaining a weighted GPA of 3.0 (B average) or better. Applicants also need to be proven leaders and role models within their school and community. And applicants must participate or have participated in grades 9, 10, or 11 in at least one of the sports recognized by the International Olympic Committee in the Summer and Winter Olympic Games, the Paralympic Games or the National Federation of State High School Associations.
Deadline: October 28, 2022 - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: The Voice of Democracy is open to students in grades 9-12 who are enrolled in a public, private, or parochial high school or home study program in the United States, its territories, and possessions. ALL ESSAYS MUST BE SUBMITTED ON A THUMB DRIVE TO THE SHS COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER BY THE DEADLINE.
Amount: $35,000 Grand Prize
Deadline: October 31, 2022 at 4 PM - DEADLINE PASSED
Eligibility: Students need a 3.0 GPA and to fill out an online application that requires no essays, no recommendations, and no transcripts by October 31, 2022.
Amount: $20,000
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Eligibility: Applicants should have the intention of pursuing a career in an agriculture-related field. Applications will be accepted from high school seniors, college students, and/or college graduate students.
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Eligibility: Students need a 3.5 cumulative GPA, must enroll at a four-year college or university following graduation, and must work 240 hours each year.
"A BOLD LIFE" NO-ESSAY SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST
Deadline: December 31, 2022
Eligibility: All students and majors who are interested in getting the most out of life.
Amount: $500
TACO BELL LIVE MAS SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: January 11, 2023
Eligibility: Applicants should be between 16 and 26 years of age and on track to apply for or enrolled in an accredited trade school, college, or university.
Deadline: January 11, 2023
Eligibility: Applicant must be graduating, minority high school senior who plans to attend an accredited and approved 4-year college within the US.
AUSTIN COUNTY GO TEXAN SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship Letter to Applicants
Deadline: Due to SHS Counseling Office by January 13, 2023 at 3:00 PM.
Eligibility: Applicants must also complete an online application for the Houston Livestock Show Go Texan Scholarship.
NATIONAL FFA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Deadline: January 12, 2023
Eligibility: FFA provides scholarships that support all areas of agriculture, either in trade schools, certifications, or college. Scholarships support FFA high school seniors and collegiate members.
TEXAS FARM CREDIT MARSHA MARTIN SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: January 15, 2023
Eligibility: Applicants should be high school seniors and members of FFA or 4-H.
Amount: $5,000
TEXAS FARM CREDIT AG CHAMP SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: January 15, 2023
Eligibility: Applicants should be high school seniors and members of FFA or 4-H.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 30, 2023
Eligibility: Applicants should be high school seniors planning to attend a two or four-year school and currently involved in high school sports, intramural sports, or community-based sports.
Amount: $20,000-$25,000
HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: January 31, 2023
Eligibility: HLSR has a variety of scholarships for Houston area high school seniors.
Amount: $20,000
Deadline: January 31, 2023
Eligibility: Those eligible to apply for scholarships are graduating seniors in accredited high schools who are related to a living Texas CDA member in good standing and/or who are members of a Texas JCDA court.
