2025 Anchorage Scholarships

Anchorage residents deal with the same financial burden of college education as the rest of the United States. The median household income for Anchorage residents is $82,271.00, and 40.4% of households earn at least $100,000 annually. We compiled this scholarship database to help residents of Anchorage, AK more easily afford a college education. The scholarship search tool lets you easily browse all types of scholarships by location, type and school.

34.6% of Anchorage residents have a college degree or higher, while 23.8% have a high school degree but no more and 6.6% have less than a high school education. Furthermore, 35.0% have at least some college education, 22.0% have a bachelor’s degree but no higher, and 12.6% have a graduate degree. It’s clear that a significant percentage of Anchorage residents aspire to higher education outcomes, but it’s likely that finances get in the way.

Currently, 13.0% of people living in Anchorage, AK are between the ages of 10 to 19, and another 17.5% are in their twenties. This age demographic is poised to take advantage of the below scholarships in Anchorage.

How much total award money and scholarships are available for Anchorage, AK residents?

There are 24 scholarships totaling $43,000.00 available to Anchorage residents.

Are these scholarships available for Anchorage high school students?

Yes, all high school students in Anchorage can apply to these scholarships.

Are these scholarships available for current college students in Anchorage?

Yes, all current college students and undergraduates in Anchorage can apply to these scholarships. Other types of applicants include nursing students, teachers, working moms, etc.

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$1,000 CollegeXpress No Essay Scholarship for Anchorage

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Richard D. Johnson Memorial Post-Secondary Scholarship

Applicant must be a resident of Alaska who is a major participant in community service, activities, and/or American Legion Post involvement. Applicant must have an improving versus declining academic outlook, selection will be made in favor of the student that normally would not receive an academic scholarship.

Deadline:

March 30

Samsung Scholarship

Applicant must be a high school junior who will participate in the current session of either an American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State Program, and who is also a direct descendant (i.e. child, grandchild, great grandchild, or a legally adopted child) of a United States wartime veteran...

Deadline:

June 1

$1,000.00

Beckie Joy Music Scholarship

Applicant must demonstrate exceptional musical ability and be involved in music ministry.

Deadline:

March 1

Dean's List Award

Applicant must be a returning full-time student who has completed at least two semesters and earned at least a 3.5 GPA.

Deadline:

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$500.00

Phil A. Wall Memorial Scholarship

Returning full-time honor roll student. Outstanding character and zeal for ministry.

Deadline:

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Partners in Ministry Scholarship

Applicant must be the spouse of a full-time student.

Deadline:

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Higher Education Scholarship

Applicant must be a BBNC shareholder with a high school diploma or GED, who is enrolled in an accredited college or university as a full-time student, or as a part-time student enrolled in at least six credit hours, and demonstrates financial need. Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA required.

Deadline:

April 7

$3,500.00

Vocational Education Scholarship

Applicant must be a BBNC shareholder with a high school diploma or GED who is enrolled as a full time student in an accredited vocational institution, college or university and demonstrates financial need. Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA required.

Deadline:

April 7

Neal O. Thorpe Memorial Scholarship

Applicant must be a graduating senior or past graduate of Alaska who is the first in their immediate family to pursue post-secondary education and will attend an eligible university.

Deadline:

May 31

$7,500.00

The Frank and Carol Pinkerton Orchestral Scholarship

Applicant must be a graduating senior from a high school i Alaska who displays talent, dedication to music and a serious commitment to an advanced music education.

Deadline:

April 28

Shelly Szepanski Memorial Flight Scholarship

Applicant must be a female enrolling in a science-related degree program who has passed the FAA written flight test and medical exams.

Deadline:

September 15

David E. Knox Memorial Nursing Fellowship

Applicant must be a resident of Alaska pursuing a degree in nursing full-time. Minimum 3.0 GPA required.

Deadline:

October 21

$2,500.00

Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage(NSAA) Scholarship

Applicant must be a resident of Alaska who was a member of the NSAA and their high school cross-country ski team during their junior and senior years. Minimum 2.7 GPA required.

Deadline:

March 31

$1,500.00