External Scholarship Resources

Eastern is committed to making the pursuit of a degree as a Warrior accessible to all prospective students. Scholarships offer a valuable opportunity to offset the expenses associated with earning a college degree. In the table below, you will find a list of external scholarship opportunities provided by various town, civic, and private organizations.

Please note that securing scholarships requires careful planning, as most are awarded for the following academic year.

This list serves as a helpful starting point, and we encourage you to conduct further research to identify additional scholarship opportunities.

• AAUW
  • The mission of AAUW is to advance gender equity through research, education and advocacy. The Brideport, CT branch of AAUW emphasizes education, and educational scholarships are a key component of our service outreach.
  • Women of all ages who have been residents for at least two years in Fairfield County. Must have completed 30 college credits by June 2026 and must be continuing their programs of study during the 2026-2027 academic year.
• American Legion
  • The American Legion’s scholarships provide financial assistance to high school students with exceptional academic and leadership qualities, including those participating in youth programs or connected to military service.
  • This website serves as a search engine for various scholarships. Visit the site and check each scholarship link for specific requirements and deadlines.
• AFCEA Scholarships
  • AFCEA International and its chapters and corporate partners offer a variety of scholarships.
  • This website serves as a search engine for various scholarships. Visit the site and check each scholarship link for specific requirements and deadlines. 
• Bold
  • Create and win scholarships, earn exclusive student banking rewards, access educational resources, and more with the #1 Scholarship and Student Banking Platform. New Scholarships published daily and matched to you, increasing your chances of winning. Find opportunities for current students and recent graduates at all education levels.
  • This website serves as a search engine for various scholarships. Visit the site and check each scholarship link for specific requirements and deadlines.
• Bridges Healthcare
  • These scholarships were established by Bridges’ Board of Directors, the Board Endowment Fund Committee, and the Board Scholarship Committee in honor of Barry Kasdan’s 30+ years of leadership and service to Bridges Healthcare, Inc. and in memory of Stella Cretella’s 40+ years in advocating for mental illness health reform in Connecticut and her 10+ years serving on the Board of Directors at Bridges Healthcare, Inc.
  • Must be a Bridges employee, or spouse, child or grandchild of a Bridges employee, or a resident of Ansonia, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Orange, Seymour, Shelton, Stratford, West Haven, or Woodbridge Connecticut. Must be pursuing a graduate or undergraduate degree in Human Services; or must be pursuing a graduate or undergraduate degree in Mental Health Advocacy / Public Policy. For High School applicants, must be completing high school or have GED equivalent in the year the scholarship is awarded.
• CAPFAA
  • The Association, comprised entirely of volunteers, raises scholarship funds for students who display financial need, providing them with financial support for their educational endeavors. Each year we host two special events to raise money for the CAPFAA scholarship, with every dollar going towards the fund. Over time we have been able to increase the number of students awarded, and this year, the goal is to provide at least eight students with $1,000 dollars each.
  • Candidates must be attending current CAPFAA member institution. (Check website for full list) Be a full-time undergraduate student in a degree program. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent. Be eligible for the Federal Pell Grant.  
• CareerOneStop
  • Search more than 9,500 scholarships, fellowships, grants, and other financial aid award opportunities. You can look through the whole list of scholarships arranged in order of closest deadline. Narrow your list with “Search by Keyword.” Enter a keyword about the type of award you’re looking for.
  • This website serves as a search engine for various scholarships. Visit the site and check each scholarship link for specific requirements and deadlines.
• Citizens Scholarship Sweepstakes
  • Citizens wants to honor the dedication of students and families pursuing higher learning!
  • Open to legal residents of the United States and U.S. territories who are 18 years of age or older and are Prospective Students. Students approved for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) shall be considered eligible for the Sweepstakes.
• College Board BigFuture
  • Students in the class of 2025, 2026, and 2027 are now eligible for BigFuture® Scholarships. You can search for more than 14,000 scholarships on BigFuture, based on your background, academic achievements, interests and future plans.​
  • They must have a College Board account and attend public or private high school or be enrolled in a home school in the United States, Puerto Rico, or any other U.S. territories. U.S. citizens and residents attending Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) schools are also eligible. 
• CT Students for a Dream
  • C4D is the only undocumented youth-led statewide organization in CT that fights and builds power for the rights and dignity of immigrants and communities of color. We do this by organizing, empowering, and advocating with undocumented young people and those impacted by the immigration systems so that together we win lasting change for our communities.
  • This scholarship list contains a list of undocufriendly scholarships. 
• FastWeb
  • A free scholarship search platform that connects students to college scholarships, trade school scholarships, and financial aid news and resources. Our goal is to help you find scholarships to make college and trade school more affordable.
  • This website serves as a search engine for various scholarships. Visit the site and check each scholarship link for specific requirements and deadlines. 
• Go City
  • At Go City, we believe everyone should get the chance to experience the best their favorite city has to offer — no matter the budget. That’s why we’re giving one lucky student the chance to explore top attractions for free with our passes. From world-famous museums and iconic landmarks to guided walking tours and off-the-beaten-path treasures, Go City gives you the freedom to discover both the big names and the hidden gems. But that’s not all. Our lucky winner will also receive a USD4,000 academic scholarship to help cover those university essentials.
  • Must be enrolled at a UK, US, or Canadian university, and either be a citizen, permanent resident or currently studying in the UK, Canada, or in the US on a student visa.
• Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
  • Many organizations in the Greater Hartford area want to help you pay for college. The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving created this directory to let you know about the many college scholarships that are available, primarily for Greater Hartford area students.
  • This website serves as a search engine for various scholarships. Visit the site and check each scholarship link for specific requirements and deadlines. 
• HonorsGradU
  • Ever wondered just how much of a difference high school students can make in their communities? In our 2025 scholarship program, our past winners proved it can be profound. That’s why our 2026 Build A Better Future scholarship will also be a design-thinking community improvement project based on the LAUNCH Cycle.
  • You must be a graduating high school senior that will be attending an accredited college, university, or trade school in the United States of America.
• LAGRANT Foundation
  • The LAGRANT Foundation (TLF) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase representation in the fields of advertising, marketing, and public relations by providing scholarships, career opportunities such as internships/fellowships/co-ops/entry level roles, career and professional development workshops, and mentorship opportunities to undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. students from historically underrepresented communities.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or DACA recipient. Must be a member of one of the following ethnic groups: African American/Black, Asian American/Pacific Islander, Hispanic/Latino or Native American/American Indian. Must be a full-time student at a four-year, accredited institution in the U.S. Must have a minimum of 3.0 GPA, MUST major in a field of study that has an emphasis in advertising, marketing, public relations. Must have at least one year to complete his/her degree from the time the scholarships are awarded.
• Lemon Law Firm
  • At LemonLawFirm.com, we are committed to fostering the growth of law students and prospective attorneys, affirming our dedication to the prosperity of the legal field. We are proud to announce a scholarship opportunity valued at $1,000 for current university attendees enrolled in college or law school.
  • Open exclusively to individuals with U.S. citizenship or those who hold permanent residency status. Required to hold a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Requires current enrollment as a law student at an accredited law school in the U.S., or as an undergraduate at an accredited U.S. college or university with intentions to apply, or having already applied, to law school.
• Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovation and Creativity
  • The Milton Fisher Scholarship is a four-year renewable scholarship open to exceptionally Innovative and creative high school seniors and first-time college freshmen. Apply for this scholarship if you are a student who has solved an artistic, scientific, or technical problem in a new or unusual way, or a student who has come up with a distinctive solution to problems faced by your school, community, or family.
  • Applicant must be a high school senior or a student in the first year of an undergraduate degree program. Applicant must be a CT or New York City metropolitan area resident planning to attend or attending an institution of higher education anywhere in the U.S. or be a resident of any part of the U.S. planning to attend or attending an institution of higher education in CT or NYC.
• Sallie No Essay Scholarship
  • Sallie cares about providing you the resources needed to successfully navigate financing college. That's why we're offering you the opportunity to earn a $2,000 scholarship. We know that college is a big step forward in achieving your goals and we want to help you get there using all the tools Sallie has to offer.
  • Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, and any US Territory age 16 or older at the time of entry. And the student must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States or is a high school senior or junior who intends to enroll in an accredited college or university located with the United States within a year of graduating high school.
• Sallie Scholly Scholarships
  • Easily find and sort through thousands of college scholarships. Don't overlook small ones! Less competition and they add up.
  • This website serves as a search engine for various scholarships. Visit the site and check each scholarship link for specific requirements and deadlines.
• Sallie Mae: Completing the Dream
  • The Sallie Mae Fund’s Completing the Dream Scholarship Program helps students who are close to graduation but facing financial barriers to completing their post-secondary education. Students on-track to complete their degree or continuous education program who are facing financial challenges may apply to receive a one-time scholarship of up to $2,500 to help complete their post-secondary education program.
  • Enrolled full-time or part-time at an accredited post-secondary institution or continuous education program. Be an undergraduate senior or graduate student who will complete their degree or program by the end of the Spring 2026 semester. Current cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher. Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident. Must be able to demonstrate leadership abilities. Must be able to demonstrate good moral character in all aspects of your life, including personal, professional, educational, in your community, and online presence.
• SBM Charitable Foundation
  • The SBM Charitable Foundation, Inc. ("SBMCF") awards college scholarships of up to $5,000 each annually to students selected on the basis of financial need, school and community activities, and academic achievement.
  • You must be a United States citizen and full-time resident of Hartford, Tolland, or Windham County. You must maintain a minimum 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale, or be in the top 40% of your class in high school. You must be applying to, or attending, a two or four year accredited college or university in Connecticut. Full time enrollment is required.
• Scholarship America
  • Scholarship America aims to eliminate financial barriers to students’ dreams. For more than 60 years, we’ve worked with sponsors of all sizes to craft flexible custom scholarship programs that connect organizations’ missions with best-in-class solutions.
  • This website serves as a search engine for various scholarships. Visit the site and check each scholarship link for specific requirements and deadlines.
• SoFi Scholarship Giveaway
  • Register for a chance to win $2,500 for college. We’re giving away $2,500 for school every month.
  • Open to legal residents of the United States, who are at least 18 years of age or older as of time/date of entry and who are enrolled at or accepted to attend a Title IV, accredited non-profit 4 year public or private college or university or graduate studies program located within the 50 United States or the District of Columbia during the Sweepstakes Period.
• Student Scholarships
  • StudentScholarships.org has been providing scholarship information to students and scholarship management services to companies since 2003.
  • This website serves as a search engine for various scholarships. Visit the site and check each scholarship link for specific requirements and deadlines.