Maine Scholarships for High School and College Students

Introduction This scholarship supports Maine-connected undergraduate students pursuing a bachelor’s degree at a four-year, nonprofit college or university in Maine. Below are the qualifications, required materials, submission rules, selection process, and frequently asked questions. Eligibility - Residency: Applicant must either have been born in Maine or have been a legal Maine resident for at least four years — or have at least one parent who meets that four-year Maine birth/residency requirement. - Age: Applicant must be younger than 25 years old on June 30 of the application year. - Academic status: Applicants must have finished a full academic year of...

The BPW/Maine Futurama Foundation, in partnership with the Maine Community Foundation, annually provides scholarships to women from Maine who demonstrate financial need. The Scholarship Period opens January 1st each year. This year each award is $3,000. Eligibility and general conditions - Awards are limited to women who are residents of Maine and demonstrate financial need. - The Scholarship Period begins January 1st annually. - Individual scholarship requirements (listed below) must be met in addition to the general criteria. Available scholarships 1. The Lemieux-Lovejoy Youth Scholarship - For a female high school senior who has been accepted to an accredited college...

Introduction If you're ready to invest effort into your future, we are ready to support you with resources to succeed. The Worthington Scholarship Foundation provides awards to graduates of partner public high schools in Maine who plan to attend a participating college or university in the state. Selections are made using a combination of financial need and academic merit, with attention given to representing a wide range of partner high schools. Applicants’ essays, which describe academic interests and life experiences, are also considered. Total awards may reach up to $20,000. Students attending four-year institutions may receive up to $2,500 per...

Overview Each year a $1,000 competitive scholarship is awarded to a Maine high school senior who intends to pursue studies in architecture or in engineering (civil, structural, mechanical, or electrical). The award supports students entering accredited architecture or engineering programs. Who is eligible - Applicant must be a senior in a Maine high school. - The student must have been accepted to — and plan to enroll in — a two- or four-year postsecondary institution where they will major in architecture or an engineering discipline (civil, structural, mechanical, or electrical). The chosen school must be accredited and recognized by the...

Introduction The Maine Art Education Association (MAEA) is a statewide professional organization committed to advancing high-quality visual arts education for both teachers and students throughout Maine. MAEA supports its membership with resources, professional learning opportunities, advocacy for arts education, and community events. Among its student-focused initiatives is an Annual High School Scholarship designed to encourage graduating seniors who plan to continue their studies in fine art or design. Eligibility To be considered for the MAEA Annual High School Scholarship, applicants must: - Be a high school senior enrolled at a Maine high school. - Be currently enrolled in a visual...

Overview Guy P. Gannett began his career in newspapers in 1921 when he purchased two local papers and combined them to form the Portland Press Herald. Over the decades his media holdings grew; by the time the family sold Guy Gannett Communications in 1998, the company operated three daily Maine newspapers and seven television stations across multiple states. While still in eighth grade, Gannett added his granddaughter Maddy Corson’s name to the newspaper trust to secure her future role in stewarding the enterprise. In 2000, Corson and her uncle John Gannett used resources from the Guy P. Gannett Foundation (established...

Introduction and history Amos D. Bridge arrived in the United States from abroad in 1842 at age three and went on to establish Bridgecorp in Connecticut in 1875. From its early days the company operated under a Merit (open) Shop philosophy, with employee pay tied to individual production. Bridgecorp expanded into Maine in 1914 and moved its headquarters to the state during World War II. For roughly 90 years Bridgecorp was a leading name in Maine road construction until the company was sold to Pike Industries in 2004. After the acquisition, Bridgecorp’s workforce and equipment became part of Pike’s Heavy...

Purpose - To support young men and women pursuing education after high school. Available Scholarships 1) Children & Youth Scholarships - Number and amount: Six awards of $500 each. - Eligibility: Applicants must show financial need. - How to apply: Download and print the application available online. 2) Daniel E. Lambert Memorial Scholarship - Amount: $1,000 (up to two awards may be granted, depending on available funds). - Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need; be a resident of Maine; be a U.S. citizen; and have a parent or grandparent who is a veteran. - How to apply: Download and print the...

Overview The Maine Golf Scholarship Fund, founded in 1950, has provided more than $2.3 million in scholarships to deserving high school graduates representing all 16 counties of Maine. Administration Scholarships are awarded each year by the Scholarship Fund Committee, which is made up of Maine Golf Board members, staff, and volunteers. Awards are granted on the basis of golf involvement, scholastic achievement, financial need, and demonstrated personal qualities. Award Details - Standard scholarship: $1,500 per year, renewable for up to four years, for a maximum total of $6,000 per recipient. - Langlois scholarships: Through a gift from Frank Langlois, two...

The Rossini Club of Portland organizes a scholarship contest for high school juniors and older individuals from Maine, aiming to financially support their advanced music education. The funds for these scholarships are gathered through various sources such as concert ticket sales, membership fees, investments, and primarily, your generous contributions. Given the escalating cost of college education, the Rossini Club of Portland believes it's crucial to provide scholarships to Maine students aspiring to pursue advanced music education. The scholarship contest, which includes awards for voice, piano, and other instruments, is usually conducted biennially in June in Portland, Maine. A new award...

The Maine Difference Scholarship, supported by Lamey-Wellehan, helps Maine resident students cover the cost of undergraduate study at colleges and universities located in Maine. Purpose Applicants should be pursuing coursework with a primary emphasis on Maine’s ecology and economy, using the state as the central context for their studies. This focus is intended to create educational and career outcomes that benefit both the student and the State of Maine. Award details - Renewable scholarship of $1,000 for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in Maine. - Lamey-Wellehan redirected funds previously spent on single-use shopping bags (now eliminated from...

You may reach the Foundation for clarification by mail at the address shown above, by email at brooksvilleeducationfoundation@gmail.com, or by phone to Michael McMillen at (207) 326-9194. Supporting your continued education is our purpose — we welcome your questions and look forward to assisting you. Please review the information below before submitting a scholarship application. Scholarship Application — Overview The Brooksville Education Foundation (BEF) was founded in 2000 to broaden educational opportunities for residents of Brooksville, Maine. The Foundation accomplishes this mainly by awarding scholarships to students pursuing education beyond high school. If you are a Brooksville resident seeking financial...