You don’t have to wait until high school to start applying for college scholarships. There are a number of college scholarships available for students who are still in elementary or middle school. And while you may not be able to use this scholarship money right away, you’ll have it in the bank when the time comes to cover tuition. Our list below features scholarships for college available to legal US residents age five to age 21. It’s never too early to start planning (and saving) for college tuition!
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This table lists scholarships that are open to students who are age 13 or in grade 9.
| Name of Scholarship | Age/Grade Range | Maximum Award |
|---|---|---|
| American Legion National High School Oratorical Scholarship | Grades 9-12 | $18,000 |
| Ayn Rand Institute Essay Contests | Grades 9-12 | $10,000 |
| Intel International Science and Engineering Fair | Grades 9-12 | $75,000 |
| L. Ron Hubbard Writers & Illustrators of the Future | Grades 9-12 | $5,000 |
| Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology | Grades 9-12 | $100,000 |
