Scholarship Resources
SCHOLARSHIP RESOURCES
Your Future Is Worth Investing In
PIVOT Foundation wants students and families to know that scholarship opportunities exist for many different backgrounds, life experiences, talents, academic goals, and career pathways. You do not have to be a straight-A student to begin your search.
Whether you are preparing to enter college or are already enrolled, this page is designed to help you explore opportunities, understand eligibility requirements, and take the next step toward your future.
Eligibility Labels
Incoming Freshman: High school seniors preparing to enter college or trade school.
Current College Student: Students already enrolled in college or an eligible trade school.
Both: Opportunities that may accept both groups, depending on the specific requirements.
1. START YOUR SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH
Explore these websites to discover scholarships based on your interests, background, education plans, and qualifications.
🔗 BigFuture Scholarship Search
🔗 CareerOneStop Scholarship Finder
🔗Scholarships.com
🔗 Scholarship America
Eligibility: Incoming Freshman | Current College Student
Eligibility varies by individual scholarship.
2. SCHOLARSHIPS FOR LIFE EXPERIENCES
Your circumstances do not define your future. Some scholarship programs are designed to support students who have experienced significant family or personal challenges.
Students Who Have Lost a Parent or Guardian
🔗 Life Lessons Scholarship Program
Eligibility: Incoming Freshman | Current College Student
For eligible students who have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian. Age and enrollment requirements apply.
Students With an Incarcerated Parent or Family Member
3. SCHOLARSHIPS BY ACADEMIC INTEREST OR TALENT
Academic Achievement
Explore merit-based scholarships, academic competitions, and awards recognizing achievement, leadership, community service, and potential.
STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
🔗SHPE ScholarSHPE
Eligibility: Incoming Freshman | Current College Student
Explore scholarship opportunities for eligible students pursuing STEM education.
🔗 Regeneron Science Talent Search
Eligibility: Eligible High School Seniors
A research competition for high school seniors conducting original scientific research. Specific eligibility requirements apply.
Arts and Creative Expression
🔗 YoungArts
Eligibility: Eligible Young Artists
Opportunities for young artists in visual arts, writing, music, dance, theater, and film. Check age and grade requirements before applying.
Athletics
🔗 NCAA Scholarships and Grants
Eligibility: Incoming Freshman | Current College Student
Explore college athletics, scholarship information, and student-athlete resources.
Athletic scholarships depend on the school, sport, division, eligibility rules, and available funding. Contact college coaches and financial aid offices for guidance.
4. TEXAS AND LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Local scholarships can be valuable because eligibility may depend on where you live, attend school, or plan to study.
🔗 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Official Texas higher-education and financial-aid information.
🔗 College for All Texans
Information about planning for and paying for college in Texas.
🔗 Communities Foundation of Texas
Explore donor-funded scholarships with individual eligibility requirements.
🔗 City of Houston Scholarships and Aid
Explore Houston-area scholarship and financial-aid resources.
Eligibility: Incoming Freshman | Current College Student
Eligibility varies by scholarship and geographic requirements.
5. SCHOLARSHIPS FOR UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS & DACA RECIPIENTS
Your Future Matters. Your Dreams Matter.
Students who are undocumented or have Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) may still qualify for private scholarships and other forms of educational support. Although federal financial aid eligibility is limited, opportunities may be available through nonprofit organizations, private scholarship programs, and individual colleges.
PIVOT Foundation encourages students to explore the resources below and confirm eligibility directly with each scholarship provider.
Featured Scholarship Opportunities
🔗 TheDream.US National Scholarship
Eligibility: Incoming Freshman | Some Current College Students
For eligible, low-income immigrant students who face barriers to federal financial aid. Students with or without DACA may qualify if they meet the program's immigration, academic, financial-need, and college-enrollment requirements.
The 2027–2028 application cycle opens November 1, 2026, and closes February 28, 2027.
🔗 MALDEF Scholarship Resource Guide
Eligibility: Incoming Freshman | Current College Student
A resource guide featuring scholarships for high school, college, and graduate students. Review each scholarship's eligibility rules, including any citizenship or residency requirements.
🔗 Immigrants Rising — Scholarships and Fellowships
Eligibility: Depends on the individual opportunity
Explore resources for undocumented students, including scholarship and fellowship opportunities. Check the organization's current resources for application details and eligibility.
🔗 Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)
Eligibility: Depends on the individual scholarship
Explore scholarship programs and student resources. Citizenship, residency, enrollment, and other requirements vary by award.
6. STAY SAFE WHILE SEARCHING
Protect yourself while exploring scholarship opportunities.
Never pay an upfront fee simply to apply for a scholarship.
Verify the scholarship provider and application deadline on its official website.
Protect your personal information. Never provide bank account or credit card details to claim an award.
Read privacy policies before sharing personal information with scholarship search websites.
Be cautious of guaranteed awards or messages claiming you won a scholarship you never entered.
Ask for help from a school counselor or college financial aid office if something seems suspicious.
Report suspected scams to the 🔗 Federal Trade Commission
IMPORTANT NOTICE
PIVOT Foundation provides these links as a starting point for students and families. We do not guarantee scholarship availability, eligibility, or awards, and inclusion on this page does not constitute an endorsement of every scholarship or service listed.
Eligibility requirements, application periods, award amounts, and deadlines may change. Some programs may require specific ages, grades, family circumstances, locations, memberships, or enrollment status.
Always verify current requirements and application details directly with the scholarship provider before applying.
PIVOT Foundation encourages every student to explore opportunities, ask questions, and take the next step toward their future.