SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION AND DEADLINES
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​Get Ready: Helpful Resources
Visit our Resources page for a variety of helpful handouts, templates, and information used during the Scholarship Workshops at Kodiak College. These materials can guide you through the application process. Also, be sure to attend our free workshops, where we provide personalized assistance to help you succeed with your scholarship applications. Stay informed, stay prepared!
Find Scholarships That Fit You
Search for scholarships that match your background, goals, and qualifications. Use a Scholarship Tracking Spreadsheet to keep all your deadlines, requirements, and application statuses in one place:
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Track Deadlines: Stay on top of upcoming dates.
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Understand Eligibility: Review each scholarship’s criteria carefully.
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Stay Organized: Use the Scholarship Tracking Tool to manage applications and updates.
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LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS​​
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University Scholarships - Open to Apply
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Filipino-American Association of Kodiak
Deadline: March 29, 2025 at 5:00 pm
Student: High school seniors
Eligibility: Kodiak High School senior students of Filipino descent and are residents of Kodiak.
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Kodiak Noon Rotary Scholarship
Dr. Greg Furin Continuing Education
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Student: College
Eligibility: The student will have demonstrated a significant commitment to a program of study leading to a diploma or a skill certificate, and be admitted as a full-time student.
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​​​​​Credit Union 1 - Bill Countryman Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Student: High School & College
Eligibility: Student or a parent must be a member of CU1 for a year.
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American Association of University Women (AAUW) Continuing Education Scholarship
Deadline: April 18, 2025
Eligibility: Preference given to non-traditional age students (age 25 or older). This scholarship is not intended for recent high school graduates attending college for the first time.
Pioneers of Alaska Kodiak Scholarship
Deadline: April 28, 2025
Student: High School & College
Eligibility: high school graduating seniors and continuing education students residents of Kodiak accepted or enrolled in any accredited college, university, or trade school in Alaska.
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NEW Scholarship
Kodiak Public Library Association
Deadline: April 21, 2025
Student: High School & College
Eligibility: Open to high school and college students
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Deadline: Ongoing
Student: High School & College
Eligibility: Open to high school and college students with no other financial aid
Application​
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COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS
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For UAA, UAF, UAS, and extended campuses.​
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Kodiak College students should apply to the University General Scholarship on UAOnline by completing:
1. FAFSA
2. UAOnline Scholarship- University of Alaska
Continuously posting new scholarships
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Deadline: Continues scholarships and deadlines
Students: College students
Eligibility: Students attending UAA, UAF, or UAS, including Kodiak College.
Essay questions: Prompt 1 and Prompt 2
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JumpStart Kodiak College
Eligibility: First-time freshmen – college students
​Requirements: Admission, Advising, Register for Kodiak College classes.​​​
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FAFSA attending college & university year:​
2024-2025 FAFSA for Fall 2024 & Spring 2025
​Deadline: February 15, 2024
Students: High School & College
FAFSA 2025-2026 available December 1st
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For FAFSA Workshop dates contact Kodiak College Financial Aid at (907) 486-1214
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Deadline: May 1, 2025 - Admission Application
Deadline: July 15, 2025 Register & FAFSA
Students: First-time-freshmen
Eligibility: Students must be admitted to a UAA program and can take at least 3 credits (one class online) to qualify.
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MILITARY - VETERAN AND DEPENDENTS SCHOLARSHIPS
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Coast Guard Spouses’ Association of Kodiak
Military Spouse Scholarship - application
Student: College student - Military spouses
Deadline: March 1, 2025
Eligibility: 1, $1,500 for a Kodiak civilian who took time off from school but plans to return to school in 2025.
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Veterans, Military, Spouses & Dependents Financial Aid Opportunities
Contact: Velma Vining
Resource: USCG Education Services Officer
Phone: (907) 487-5394
Email: velma.c.vining@uscg.mil
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Study.com Scholarship Guide for Families and Dependents of Military Service Members and Veterans
UAA External Military Scholarships
UAA One-Stop for Veterans, Military, USCG, Spouses & Dependents Scholarships
Eligibility: View the full list of opportunities for USCG and Military families at UAA Financial Aid
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Open every year in February.
Student: High School & College
The scholarship season is now open for children of officers, enlisted, active duty reserve, or retired U.S. Coast Guard men and women. Applications can be submitted through March 15 with awards ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.
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Military, Spouse, & Dependents
The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman-McCain Scholarship provides awards of $5,000 for undergraduate child dependents of active duty service members to study or intern abroad on credit-bearing programs.
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National Military Family Association
Military Spouse Scholarships
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LOCAL RESOURCES, FUNDING, & SERVICES​
Kodiak Job Center (Alaska Employment And Training Services)
Resource: funding for programs, training, degrees; CNA and Nursing students at Kodiak College for example.
The State of Alaska Dept. of Labor and Workforce Development (DOLWD) receives federal funding yearly from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act. To be eligible, UA programs must be on the DOLWD’s Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL) with currently 366 UA programs available.
Phone: (907) 486-3105
Contact: Annika Woods
Email: kodiak.jobcenter@alaska.gov
Contact: Flyer
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Life Builders Young Adult Program (accommodation)
Life Builders is a transitional housing program for young adults (aged 18 to 24). The program is designed to help support participants as they acquire the life skills necessary to transition to independent living and build a successful and self-sufficient future.
READ Success story Carissa Cannon – College Graduate
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HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATING STUDENTS
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​​KODIAK HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PORTAL
Find a list by month of scholarships available
Deadlines: Various
Student: High School or Homeschooled students
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Kodiak Noon Rotary Scholarship
Ole Johnson and J.D. Fulp Community Service Scholarships for Graduating High School Seniors
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Student: High school
Eligibility: Graduating senior demonstrating a significant commitment to community service during high school.
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Credit Union 1 - Bill Countryman Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Student: High School & College
Eligibility: Student or a parent must be a member of CU1 for a year.
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NEW Scholarship
Kodiak Public Library Association
Deadline: April 21, 2025
Student: High School & College
Eligibility: Open to high school and college students
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Marion Curtis Lynch Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: April 25, 2025
Student: High school seniors
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors
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Pioneers of Alaska Kodiak Scholarship
Deadline: April 28, 2025
Student: High School & College
Eligibility: high school graduating seniors and continuing education students residents of Kodiak accepted or enrolled in any accredited college, university, or trade school in Alaska.
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NEW CHALLENGE Juniors & Seniors
Island Grad Project - Find Your Future Challenge
Deadline: February to May
Students: HS Seniors
Eligibility: Attend events to help with post-secondary education and win prizes and cash.
Flyer & Application
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The new APS will use the GPA scores and there will be an increase in funding
Alaska Performance Scholarship (APS)
Deadline: MUST submit FAFSA & Admission
by June 30
Student: High School
Eligibility: 2025 graduates from an Alaska high school who met the curriculum and earned an ACT or SAT score or GPA Required.
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Deadline: August 15, 2025 - apply for admission
Student: High School
Eligibility: 2025 recipients MUST apply for admission to one of the main University of Alaska campuses by August 15, 2025​​​
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JumpStart Kodiak College
Who is Eligible?​
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High School Students - up to 6 credits per semester
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​ALASKA NATIVE & AMERICAN INDIAN SCHOLARSHIPS​
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Deadline: Contact them directly for dates
Students: High School & College
The Employment, Training and Support Services (ETSS) program at KANA offers need-based scholarships so that Alaska Natives and American Indians living in the Koniag region can attend colleges, universities, and accredited institutions that issue degrees, licenses, and certificates that are professionally recognized. Visit the website for a full list of scholarships, and services.
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Deadline: Contact them for dates
Student: High School & College
Sun’aq Tribe’s services are meant to provide Alaska Natives and American Indians an opportunity to increase self-sufficiency by culturally supporting an individual in obtaining employment and training related goals for the purpose of reducing joblessness. Vist the website for scholarships and other opportunities.
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Koniag Education Foundation (KEF)
Deadline: March 15, 2025
Other Scholarship Dates: Various
Students: High School & College
For students who are shareholders or descendants interested in furthering their education.
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Natives of Kodiak, Inc. Scholarships
Deadline: April 15, 2025
Students: Youth, High School, Adult, College
Scholarships are available to NOK shareholders and direct lineal descendants of shareholders (including legal adoptees) seeking higher education, career development or to enhance their employment options or advance their careers through non-degree seeking courses, licensing or certification programs.
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Bristol Bay Native Corporation
Scholarships: Contact the corporation
Success story Kodiak resident college graduate
​​BBNC Education Foundation
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Opportunities for undergraduate and graduate American Indian and Alaska Native students.
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Indian Health Service Scholarships
For members of the Federally recognized tribes and native students in the Kodiak region or member of the Tribes of Akhiok, Port Lions, or Kaguyak. Local contact is Ms. Jennifer Fielder, HIS Area Coordinator, Alaska Area Native Health, (907) 729-1387, Anchorages.
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All applicants must be able to demonstrate Tribal affiliation through a Tribal Eligibility Certificate (TEC).
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The CIRI Foundation offers general scholarships to full-time and part-time degree-seeking students.
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NEW SCHOLARSHIP!
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC)
Deadline: Undisclosed. Application will open in March 1-31, 2025
Student: High School & College AK Native/American Indian
Eligibility: Alaska Native and/or American Indian, permanent resident interested in the healthcare-related file enrolled full-time. The (ANTHC) awards 10 competitive $5,000 scholarships to qualified students. This scholarship is open statewide and covers tuition, books, fees room, and board.
Application Checklist for 2024
Online Application Here for 2024
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Deadline: March 15, 2024
Students: High School & College
Afognak offers scholarship programs to assist its Shareholders who desire professional and leadership skills
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NATIONWIDE SCHOLARSHIPS
ENGINE SEARCH
Have you applied to all local and state scholarships and want more?!
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​Bold is an organization with many scholarships. Students have to create an account to search and apply for scholarships.
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Live it Up Women in Healthcare Scholarship
Deadline: July 1, 2025​​
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Learner Math Lover Scholarship
Deadline: September 10, 2025
Deadline: August 1, 2025
Deadline July 20, 2025
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Program: UAA Financial Aid Office
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Program: The Alaska Community Foundation
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Program: Bold
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Program: Sallie Mae
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Program: FASTWEB
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Program: Applily
(formerly Cappex and partnered with Bold.org)
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Nick Begich Scholarship Intern Fund
Deadline: February 28, 2025
Student: High school and college
Eligibility: Open to high school and college students interested in careers in education, government, and public service only
​Application Online​
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Coast Guard Spouses’ Association of Kodiak
Return to Education Scholarship- application
Student: College student - returning
Deadline: March 1, 2025
Eligibility: 1, $1,500 for a Kodiak civilian who took time off from school but plans to return to school in 2025.
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Kodiak College Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: February 15, 2025
scholarships available through UAOnline.
Student: High School & College
Eligibility: Students admitted to a Kodiak College program who completed the UAOnline Scholarship, FAFSA, and Kodiak College Foundation Scholarship form.
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Alaska Travel Industry Association (AITA) Foundation Scholarships
Deadline: January 31, 2025
Student: High school and college
Eligibility: Open to Alaskan residents enrolled or intending to enroll in a program of study in preparation for a career in tourism
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Deadline: November 12, 2024
Student: High school and college
Eligibility: Open to high school and college students with no other financial aid
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​Dr. Gil Bane Scholarship for Hope
(Artic Physical Therapy Services)
Deadline: December 20, 2024
This scholarship is for an individual(s) who has overcome challenges. The recipient should serve as a symbol of HOPE for those who are faced with adversity.
Application Instructions​​​​​
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Kodiak Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship & AMEA
Deadline: March 11, 2025
Student: High School & College
Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors, college students, and those seeking continuing education who are or shall be pursuing studies in a health field at an accredited college or university.
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​Association of Latin Women in Alaska (ALMA
Deadline: March 12, 2025
Student: High school and college
Eligibility: College students male and female with Hispanic or Latino heritage for Fall 2025.
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Deadline: December 1 2025
No need to be a PTH member for scholarships under the All-USA Academic Team program umbrella
Access application at https://auth.ptk.org/
Have questions or need help/assistance to complete PTH scholarships? help@ptk.org or scholarships@ptk.org
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Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
The Guide to Scholarships by Major
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"A Courageous Spirit" Scholarship
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Deadline is July 1st, 2025
Addicted.org is devoted to helping individuals affected by substance use.
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Rehabs.Org's Scholarship for Minorities
Rehabs.org is devoted to helping BIPOC college students by providing financial assistance to help pay for books, tuition, or daily expenses. Through this scholarship they hope to encourage more students of color to develop a passion for raising awareness about the risks and dangers associated with addiction.
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College Rank - Helping Women Pay for College
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College Rank - Scholarships for Single Moms
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Eco-Warrior Scholarship by HeySunday
Deadline November 20, 2025​​
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Resource: Scholarship Tracker
Format: Excel
Start saving and tracking all your scholarships
Link: Scholarship Tracker
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EXPIRED SCHOLARSHIPS 2024​
Kodiak Scholarship Foundation
Deadline: Friday, February 28, 2025
Student: High school
Eligibility: Open to high school graduating students
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Arctic Physical Therapy Services Scholarship
Deadline: February 28, 2025
Students: High School
Qualifications: Enrollment in a STEM or Healthcare program, demonstration of being
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Deadline: February 3, 2025
Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members.
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Island GRAD Project Scholarships
Deadline: Available Next Year!
Student: High School, GED, & College
Eligibility: high school graduating seniors, GED graduates, and continuing education students residents of Kodiak. Preference will also be given to students who are attending local or in-state college and training programs, but considerations are open for outside state programs.
Application (updated)
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Deadline: April 30, 2024
Students: High School
Eligibility: Alaska resident going into a bachelor of engineering or science program as a full-time student.​
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NEW SCHOLARSHIP!
Deadline: May 10, 2024
Students: High School
Eligibility: Must be accepted as a full-time student at an accredited college or vocational school for the 2024-2025 school.
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STATE SCHOLARSHIPS
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Dam Safety Scholarship Program
Deadline: March 31, 2024
Students: College
Eligibility: Applicants must be in an accredited civil engineering program or a related field as determined by ASDSO
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Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC)
Deadline: March 31, 2024
Student: High School & College AK Native/American Indian
Eligibility: Alaska Native and/or American Indian, permanent resident interested in the healthcare-related file enrolled full-time. The (ANTHC) awards 10 competitive $5,000 scholarships to qualified students. This scholarship is open statewide and covers tuition, books, fees room, and board.
Online Application Here​​
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Program: Scholarship Search Engine
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Kodiak College Resources
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Kodiak College Carolyn Floyd Library
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Sarah Loewen-Danelski (907) 486-1237 | sloewen@alaska.edu
Mike Trussell (907) 486-1238 | mjtrussell@alaska.edu
Nancy Castro, Financial Aid (907) 486-1214 | ncastro2@alaska.edu