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Being a leader is no easy task. It requires a strong knowledge, motivation, and humility. Leaders are those that we look to for direction, inspiration, advice, and to keep us going when things get tough. If you’ve taken on a leadership role, whether it was for your school’s sport team, club, outside organization, or volunteer group, you may be qualified to earn free money for college. Leadership scholarships reward students who show skills in motivating others in and out of the classroom. Get matched with the right scholarship by filling out our Scholarship Match Quiz!  If you’re a leader, check out this list of leadership scholarships to help add to your college savings.

List of LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS

Act Six Chicago Pursue Scholars Program

This full-tuition scholarship to Taylor University (IN) is open to Chicago residents who graduated from high school in 2018 or 2019 or will graduate in 2020 and are not yet enrolled in a four-year college. Students should display strong academic potential and must be Christians or open to learning about the Christian faith.
Award Amount

Total:  $962500

Awards:  7

Deadline

Deadline:  November 05

Alaska Airlines Women in Aviation Scholarship

The Alaska Airlines Women in Aviation Scholarship is open to U.S. female pilots who plan to pursue a professional airline pilot career. Students must be college juniors or senior who have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher to be considered for this award program.
Award Amount

Total:  $2500

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  November 10

New York Times College Scholarship

This scholarship is available for U.S. high school seniors who are residents of New York and attend a New York City public, private, or parochial high school. Students must participate in community service activities.
Award Amount

Total:  $600000

Awards:  10

Deadline

Deadline:  November 12

Clay County Agricultural Fair Association Scholarship

This scholarship is available for Clay County (FL) high school seniors who are members of 4-H, FFA, FCCLA, or Police Explorers.
Award Amount

Total:  $12000

Awards:  12

Deadline

Deadline:  December 06

BEF General Academic Scholarship Program

This scholarship is open to U.S. undergraduate and graduate students who have been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. Students are selected on the basis of scholastic ability, character, leadership potential, service to the community, and need for financial assistance.
Award Amount

Total:  $44000

Awards:  22

Deadline

Deadline:  December 27

Denny’s ‘Hungry for Education’ Scholarship

This award is available for U.S. high school seniors who are 16 years of age or older at time of application. Students must have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher, be involved in community service, and demonstrate financial need.
Award Amount

Total:  $200000

Awards:  200

Deadline

Deadline:  December 31

Columbia College of Missouri Presidential Scholarship

This award is for U.S. and international high school students who are planning to attend Columbia College of Missouri. Students must have a grade point average of 3.6 or higher and an ACT score of 26 or higher (or equivalent SAT score); minimum test scores are not required for transfer students.
Award Amount

Total:  $439000

Awards:  5

Deadline

Deadline:  January 11

Derek Jeter/Hillsborough Education Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship is available for current high school seniors residing in Hillsborough County, Florida. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate participation in community service and extracurricular activities.
Award Amount

Total:  $24000

Awards:  2

Deadline

Deadline:  January 15

North Carolina Hispanic College Fund Scholarship Program

This scholarship is open to high school seniors at and recent (within two years) graduates of North Carolina high schools who are of Hispanic/Latino descent. Students must have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher.
Award Amount

Total:  $156000

Awards:  26

Deadline

Deadline:  January 15

Spirit of Anne Frank Award

Graduating high school seniors who are community leaders and have been accepted to a four-year college are eligible for this award. The award recognizes students who exemplify the commitment, ideals and courage that Anne Frank represents today.
Award Amount

Total:  $15000

Awards:  2

Deadline

Deadline:  January 31