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This “Small Wonder” state can help students get big dollars with Delaware scholarships. After shopping tax-free and visiting sites like the Delaware Seashore State Park, the Grand Opera House (Wilmington), or the Dover International Speedway, be sure you also check out these top Delaware universities, including the University of Delaware (UD), Delaware State University (DSU), and Delaware College of Art and Design (DCAD). If you’re a student looking to attend a school in your home state of Delaware, you may be qualified for these state-specific scholarships. Check out this directory of scholarships for Delaware students, and apply online today! For even more scholarships, fill out a free ScholarshipExperts profile to discover your personalized list of possible awards.

Delaware Scholarships 2025 List

Janosik Family Scholarship

The Janosik Family Scholarship is available for graduating high school seniors in Sussex or Kent Co. in Delaware or Worcester, Wicomico, Somerset or Dorchester Co. in MD.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  March 15

Generation III Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is open to Delaware undergraduate students who plan to attend or currently attend University of Delaware, Delaware Technical & Community College, Goldey-Beacom College, Wesley College, Delaware State University, or Lincoln University. Students must pursue an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a business- or construction-related field.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  March 15

Keisha M. Michael Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is open to African-American high school seniors who reside in New Castle County, Delaware, and have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Students must plan to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU); community and church service will be considered in selection.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  March 15

J.D. O’Connor Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors from Sussex County (DE) high schools who plan to attend an accredited Delaware institution. Students must have a low to moderate income and be active in community service.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  March 15

John A. & Marion B. Smitheman Fund

This scholarship is open to Delaware high school seniors who are graduating from a Kent County public school and plan to pursue an engineering degree at a Delaware institution. Students must be active in community service and have a low to moderate income.
Award Amount

Total:  $5,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  March 15

Margaret A. Stafford Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is open to Delaware residents who are accepted at an accredited college or university’s nursing program to initiate or further nursing training. All recipients will seek to improve the quality of health care in society through nursing practices that ensure that patients are a priority.
Award Amount

Total:  $2,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  March 15

Henry H. Stroud, M.D. Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is open to Delaware residents who have been accepted at an accredited school of medicine. Students must enroll full time and be active in community service.
Award Amount

Total:  $16,000

Awards:  4

Deadline

Deadline:  March 15

AH&LEF Annual Scholarship Grant Program

This scholarship program is open to U.S. undergraduate students who are enrolled full time in a hospitality management degree-granting program. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher (with the exception of the Conrad Hilton Fund, which accepts students with grade point averages of 2.0 or higher).
Award Amount

Total:  $6,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  February 15

Beekhuis Scholarship

This scholarship is open to high school seniors who reside in New Castle County, Delaware, and plan to pursue a degree in chemistry, physics, biology, other science, mathematics, or music. Students must demonstrate financial need.
Award Amount

Total:  $12,000

Awards:  2

Deadline

Deadline:  March 15

Elisabeth C. Tassone Oncology Scholarship Fund

The Elisabeth C. Tassone Oncology Scholarship Fund is provided for nursing students in Delaware who plan to pursue a career in oncology.
Award Amount

Total:  $3,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  March 15