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What are biology scholarships?
Biology scholarships are financial aid for college created specifically for biology students. Scholarships for biology majors can help students access higher education opportunities that otherwise may be out of reach because of financial reasons. All scholarships are free money for college that you don’t have to pay back.
Eligibility requirements for biology scholarships
Before you apply for biology scholarships, make sure you check the eligibility requirements to see if you qualify. These may include:
- Minimum GPA
- Community service experience
- U.S. citizenship
- Plans to attend an accredited program
- Leadership skills
- FAFSA® submission
Scholarship requirements vary, so don’t assume you won’t qualify. Keep searching for scholarships that best match your qualifications.
Are biology scholarships worth my time?
If you want to get as much free money as you can for your education, then yes! You’ll find some scholarships are quick and easy to apply for, while others require more time and effort. Typically, fewer students apply for scholarships that require work (like writing an essay) which means you could have better odds of winning if you apply for one of those.
Pro tip: Don’t pass up on biology scholarships that have smaller award amounts. ($) There’s typically less competition for them—and they add up!
How do I find biology scholarships?
From your school to national organizations, there are so many places to find biology scholarships that can help you pay for college.
Scholarship resources
- The financial aid office at a college or career school
- Organizations (such as professional associations) related to your field of interest
- Federal agencies
- Free scholarship search engines, like Scholly Scholarships
- Local libraries, businesses, or associations
Your high school guidance office is a great place to start when looking for local scholarships. You could also try doing a search for your city’s name and “community foundation,” or the county you live in and “foundation.”

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Dr. Joseph L. and Norma A. DiLibero Endowed Scholarship
Due: 5/31/25
No essay
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No Transcripts Required
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The Dr. Joseph L. and Norma A. DiLibero Endowed Scholarship is available to students enrolled as full-time biology majors who have completed a minimum of 60 Rhode Island College credit hours. Applicants are also required to submit an application, letters of recommendation, and a research proposal.
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The Lettie Pate Whitehead Scholarship
Due: 5/31/25
No essay
No min. GPA Required
No Recommendations Required
No Transcripts Required
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The Lettie Pate Whitehead Scholarship is available to female students of Christopher Newport University who demonstrate financial need. Selected recipients must major in biology, chemistry, and/or psychology. Incoming freshmen students fitting the major of study criteria will be provided the application and deadline for the following academic year by the Office of Financial Aid in the spring. Students may contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
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Class of 1939 Scholarship
Due: 5/31/25
No essay
No min. GPA Required
No Recommendations Required
No Transcripts Required
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The Class of 1939 Scholarship is open to students enrolled full-time as undergraduate sophomores, juniors, or seniors majoring in physical education, or health education or the sciences (biology, chemistry, clinical laboratory science, or physics). Applicants must also qualify for financial need and be a Rhode Island resident. Students may contact the Office of Student Financial Aid for more information and inquiries about the application.
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Quinnipiac University Graduate Merit Scholarship
Due: 5/31/25
No essay
No min. GPA Required
No Recommendations Required
No Transcripts Required
Varies
The Quinnipiac University Graduate Merit Scholarship is available to newly admitted full-time Graduate Studentss pursuing an on-campus graduate program. The scholarship covers a portion of tuition and is evaluated during the admissions process. Program directors provide recommendations to the graduate admissions and financial aid offices for final selection. Scholarship candidates must be full-time U.S. citizens enrolled in one of the eligible on-campus programs, which include: MHS in Biomedical Sciences, MHS in Biomedical Sciences 1-Year Option, MBA in Business Administration, MHS in Cardiovascular Perfusion, MS in Journalism, MS in Molecular and Cell Biology, MS in Nursing, Entry-Level Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy, MHS in Pathologists' Assistant, MHS in Physician Assistant, Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Social Work (MSW) Advanced Standing Program, MS in Sports Journalism. There are different deadlines and application requirements per program. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information about the program and its application process.
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St. John Fisher University Noyce INSPIRE Scholarship
Due: 5/31/25
$21,750
Noyce INSPIRE Scholars will receive a scholarship to cover their attendance at St. John Fisher University. After graduation, INSPIRE Scholars will be required to work in a high-need school district (with rural districts strongly encouraged) for two years for each year of the scholarship received, to be fulfilled within eight years after completing the program. In order to meet the eligibility criteria for the INSPIRE program, scholars must be current U.S. citizens, permanent residents, nationals, or refugees. They must also be enrolled in both the B.A. degree in a STEM discipline (biology, chemistry, math, or physics) and inclusive adolescence education major. They must have a GPA of at least 2.80 or higher in science and education courses by the time they apply to the program and for the duration of the scholarship program. A letter of recommendation from a STEM faculty member is required. The committee will take into consideration financial need, whether the student graduated from a rural or high-need high school, and whether the student will increase participation of Minority, persons with disabilities, and underrepresented genders relative to specific teaching areas. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Office of Student Financial Services for more information.
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Marauder Choose Ohio First Honors Scholarship
Due: 5/31/25
No essay
No Recommendations Required
No Transcripts Required
$32,000
The Marauder Choose Ohio First Honors Scholarship is available to new freshmen from the state of Ohio. Students must enroll in the Honors College, maintain status as honors students in good standing, and present research at Choose Ohio First Showcase. Students must be majoring in Science and Math Education, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mathematics, Water Resource Management, and Sustainable Agriculture.
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Eugene Ferri Memorial Legacy Scholarship
Due: 5/31/25
No essay
No min. GPA Required
No Recommendations Required
No Transcripts Required
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The Eugene Ferri Memorial Legacy Scholarship is open to BCCC students majoring in Biology. Students may contact the Academic Affairs for more information.
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Martha E. Fedorko '56, M.D. Scholarship Program
Due: 5/31/25
No essay
No min. GPA Required
No Recommendations Required
No Transcripts Required
$5,500
The Martha E. Fedorko '56, M.D. Scholarship Program is open to academically strong students pursuing a degree in the natural sciences who demonstrate significant financial need. Eligible students will be entering the University with a major in biology, chemistry, or biochemistry with a recalculated high school average (consisting of core subjects: English, social studies, mathematics, science, foreign language, and religion if the student attended a religiously affiliated high school) of at least 85. Fedorko Scholarship Program students will receive a one-time summer research award of $3,500 during their sophomore or junior year, plus free room and board for 10 weeks during that summer, to complete research with a member of the faculty. Students may contact the Office of Financial Aid for more information and inquiries about the application.
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EPOC Environmental Scholarship
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EPOC recognizes its duty to assist in the education of individuals planning a career in the environmental industry. The purpose of the EPOC Environmental Scholarship is to assist students enrolled in accepted programs of study to become a Technical Environmental Professional in the State of Connecticut. Applicants must be a Connecticut resident, or an immediate family member (spouse or child) of an EPOC member in good standing. They must be attending an accredited college or university (CT colleges or out of state colleges) and enrolled in a bachelor's, master's or PhD degree program. They must be enrolled in the following programs of study: Environmental Science; Environmental Studies; Geology; Biology; Chemistry; Hydrogeology; Hydrology; Earth Science; Natural Resource Management; Ecology; Soil Sciences; Water Resources; Toxicology; Wetland Science; Engineering: Civil, Environmental, Chemical; and other related Environmental programs. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information. Two recommendations are required. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.
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What types of biology scholarships are available?
Need-based scholarships
These are scholarships for students who have demonstrated a financial need. There’s no universal number or set income level that tells you if you qualify. How each scholarship defines what financial need means varies. The federal government as well as specific organizations, corporations, and colleges/universities/schools offer need-based scholarships.
Merit scholarships
Merit scholarships are for students who have shown high academic, athletic, or extracurricular achievement over their high school careers. Not all schools/colleges offer merit-aid—highly selective schools typically don’t. The process for applying for merit scholarships varies. For merit scholarships offered through colleges and universities, you generally don’t have to do anything other than complete the application to the school itself. For some schools, you need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) to be eligible.
Career-specific grants or scholarships
These are awarded to students who know they want a career in a specific industry. Maybe they know they want to be a teacher, a nurse, or an engineer. To be eligible for grants, students must submit the FAFSA®. To find career-specific scholarships, try searching for your major and “association.”
Community or nonprofit scholarships
Nonprofit and community organizations often receive funding from donors to create scholarship programs for students who need them.
Tips for successful scholarship applications
- Pull together everything you need for the application including transcripts, so you can submit a complete scholarship application.
- You may need a recommendation letter or letters for a scholarship. Ask a teacher, employer, or someone else who knows you to write one for you—and be sure to give them enough time to do it.
- If you’re writing a scholarship essay, follow the prompt, answer the essay question completely, and write from your experience. A few well-written essays that you can reuse for different scholarship applications can really pay off.
- Highlight your strengths and achievements in your application.
- Talk about your financial need and what you would use the scholarship money for if you won. How would it help?
- Have to interview for a scholarship? Dress to impress in a professional outfit. And do your research! Look into how/why the scholarship was created. Try to bring up why it’s meaningful to you. Also, don’t forget to send a thank-you note afterwards.
- Keep track of all the deadlines for the scholarships you’re applying to. If you miss one, they may not extend the due date.
- Apply for scholarships year after year, all through college. As you continue your studies, gain more experience, and try new extracurricular activities in college, you might be eligible for more scholarships you weren’t originally qualified for.
Want more tips to up your chances of winning? Check out our scholarship guide for everything you need to know about finding and winning scholarships.
Frequently asked questions
These tips can help as you get ready to apply for biology scholarships.
When are scholarship application deadlines?
There’s no standard deadline for scholarship applications. Each scholarship has its own deadline, so be sure to keep track of dates and make sure you don’t miss any deadlines of scholarships that you want to apply to.
Do you need to know which college you’re attending?
You don’t need to know which college you’re going to attend before applying for most scholarships. However, once you’re awarded scholarships, some of them may ask for eligibility verification—which can include proof of college enrollment.
Is there a limit on how many scholarships you can apply for?
Absolutely not, so apply for as many as you can to increase your chances of winning free money. Want to find more types of scholarships? There are so many, check them out!
Pro tip: Apply for scholarships each year you’re in college.
Does every scholarship application require an essay?
Not every scholarship will ask you to submit an essay—different scholarships have different requirements. If you’re applying for a scholarship with an essay and need help writing yours, get tips for writing scholarship essays.
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