Homeschool students bring unique perspectives and strengths to higher education. Colleges and organizations across the U.S. recognize the value of homeschooling by offering scholarships tailored to students who were educated at home.

Below is a list of scholarships specifically designed for homeschoolers.

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10 Scholarships for Homeschoolers

1. National Homeschool Scholarship – Ave Maria University

Link: National Homeschool Scholarship – Ave Maria University

• Award: $3,000–$5,000 per year (renewable up to four years)
• Eligibility: Homeschooled all four years of high school, admitted to Ave Maria University, practicing Catholic with parish endorsement, and meeting GPA/test score requirements.
• Deadline: Follows university admissions timeline; no separate scholarship application required.

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2. State of the Arts Scholarship – HERO

Link: State of the Arts Scholarship – Home Education Recognition Organization (HERO)

• Award: $1,000
• Eligibility: Homeschooled seniors pursuing visual or performing arts programs; must show arts involvement and be accepted into an arts-related program.
• Deadline: March 1 annually

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3. Emmett Comer Scholarship

Link: Emmett Comer Scholarship

• Award: $1,000
• Eligibility: Washington state homeschooled high school seniors who are WHO members.
• Deadline: March 31, 2026

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4. Craig Dickinson Memorial Scholarship

Link: Craig Dickinson Memorial Scholarship

• Award: Up to $1,000
• Eligibility: Florida residents homeschooled for at least two years, high school seniors with academic achievement, pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree. Applicants should show community service, extracurriculars, or leadership.
• Deadline: Opens January 1, 2025; closes March 1, 2025

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5. Mason Lighthouse Scholarship

Link: Mason Lighthouse Scholarship

• Award: $1,000 (one-time award)
• Eligibility: Florida homeschooled seniors educated at home for at least four years of high school; must begin trade school, college, university, or missions program by Fall. Recognizes students who’ve been a “light” in their community.
• Deadline: Opens January 1, 2025; closes March 1, 2025

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6. The Sandra Hancock Scholarship

Link: The Sandra Hancock Scholarship

• Award: $500
• Eligibility: Florida homeschool seniors; winner chosen based on essay/bio that best reflects the benefits of home education.
• Deadline: Opens January 1, 2025; closes March 1, 2025

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7. Evan C. Gary Memorial Scholarship

Link: Evan C. Gary Memorial Scholarship

• Award: $1,000
• Eligibility: Homeschooled students pursuing engineering, science, or pre-med majors at Grand Canyon University; must maintain 3.5 GPA.
• Deadline: Application for 2026–27 opens November 1, 2025

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8. Laura Kate Smither Memorial Scholarship

Link: Laura Kate Smither Memorial Scholarship

• Award: Varies; split equally over fall and spring terms
• Eligibility: Homeschooled students (full or part of high school) with at least 3.0 GPA; must enroll in 12+ credit hours.
• Deadline: October 30, 2025

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9. Arizona Homeschool Scholarship Fund – Molinari Building Trades Scholarship

Link: Arizona Homeschool Scholarship Fund – Molinari Building Trades Scholarship

• Award: $2,000
• Eligibility: Arizona homeschool juniors or seniors pursuing training in building trades (construction, welding, HVAC, electrician work, plumbing, etc.).
• Deadline: March 25, 2025

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10. North Carolinians for Home Education (NCHE) Scholarships

Link: NCHE Scholarships

• Award: Multiple scholarships of up to $2,000 each
• Eligibility: North Carolina homeschool seniors from NCHE member families; must be legally and fully homeschooled under NC state law.
• Deadline: March 31, 2025

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Final Thoughts

Homeschooled students demonstrate independence, creativity, and dedication—qualities that scholarship committees highly value. These scholarships provide recognition and financial support for homeschoolers pursuing college, trade schools, or specialized fields. Whether you’ve been homeschooled all four years of high school or part of the way, there are opportunities to help fund your next steps in education.