Scholarships
Seniors: Check this page frequently for scholarship opportunities. Be sure to check deadlines!
A Message from Mrs. Wood
College scholarship opportunities are updated frequently on the Bishop Stang High School website. We often announce scholarships during morning announcements, so be sure to listen! You are encouraged to visit this site often to check on scholarships that apply to you. You will receive an email each time that I post a scholarship opportunity, so check your email on a daily basis. Unless otherwise stated, many applications are available for immediate download from this page. We make the process very easy for you ... by using the forms above, our office will process the documents that you need to complete your scholarship application.
For University/College specific scholarships, visit the college or university's website - search under "scholarships". By simply applying, you may automatically be eligible for merit scholarships; however, there may be other scholarships that require an application - be mindful of deadlines!
Requests are due to me in the counseling office at least one week prior to the scholarship deadline. The quest for scholarship money takes time and effort on your part, however, the results from your hard work can certainly pay off in the end! There IS money out there, it's up to YOU to find it! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to stop by the School Counseling Office to see me! I'm here to help!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Wood
Eligibility: Scholarships shall be limited to high school seniors who will be furthering their education in an accredited two- or four-year college program or in a two- or four-year program at an accredited technical school. Membership at St. Anne’s Credit Union by the student or the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) is required prior to submission of the scholarship application. Board Members and Employees of St. Anne's Credit Union and immediate family members (spouse, parent, child, sibling and their respective spouses or "step" of each) and household members of such employees or Board Members are not eligible to apply. Scholarships are open to students from Massachusetts and Rhode Island communities who reside in the Credit Union’s service area. All Scholarship applicants will be judged using the following prioritized criteria: 1. Academic performance 2. Financial need 3. Extracurricular activities 4. Community service. Application is available for download below.
Deadline: February 20, 2026
This scholarship is designed to identify and reward outstanding high school male seniors who have demonstrated an ability to excel in the fields of academics, extra-curricular school activities and community involvement. It is available to any graduating senior male who is enrolling in a four-year undergraduate college program. APPLY HERE
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors residing in Marion, Mattapoisett, and Rochester. Awarding two Peter Hodge’s Memorial Scholarships ($2,000 each) and this year they are also offering a $1,000 to a graduating senior who will be attending an accredited trade school. OR up to $1,000 tools reimbursement with proof of purchase to a graduating senior who has entered into a trade apprenticeship agreement. Please see application and details below.
Deadline: March 28, 2026
Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund
Eligibility: Open to students with significant financial need (use the financial calculator on the Phillips website to see if you qualify) who display academic achievement (3.0 GPA or higher), a desire to help others, good character, a strong work ethic, leadership qualities and grit and passion for overcoming obstacles. Awards are limited to residents of New England states only. This is a renewable four-year scholarship! Applications are available online via www.phillips-scholarship.org,
Deadline: Early Response Option – April 2, 2026- 12 noon;
Regular Application option – May 1, 2026 12-noon
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program
Eligibility: High school seniors who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship are eligible to apply for a $10,000 renewable scholarship – up to $40,000 total per recipient. Recipients not only receive money for college, but also join a network of exceptional students and young professionals who desire to lead, serve, and have a positive impact on their communities. Applications are open now through January 3, 2025! Additional application guidelines and the link to apply can be found GE-Reagan Foundation.
Deadline: January 3, 2026
Mechanics Cooperative Bank Scholarship
Eligibility: $500-$1,500 to graduating high school seniors
- Applicants must attend an accredited high school in Bristol County or Plymouth County. The applicant must subsequently graduate in good standing in the top thirty percent (30%) of their class.
- Applicants must be accepted to a two (2) or four (4) year, degree-granting college or university, including vocational and technical colleges accredited by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education or corresponding agencies of other states.
- All seniors who attend an accredited high school in the above-referenced counties are encouraged to apply regardless of gender, race, religion, national origin or banking relationship
- Scholarships will be awarded based on scholastic ability, character, and extracurricular activities. Applicants must have participated in extracurricular activities for at least two (2) years.
- Application is available: Mechanics Cooperative Bank
Deadline: January 30, 2026
Massachusetts Association of Insurance Women – 2026 Scholarship
Eligibility: ALL graduating seniors applying for enrollment to a four-year accredited college or university and living in OR attending high school in Bristol County. See application below.
Deadline: March 31, 2026
The Marion Social Club Scholarship
Eligibility: Two scholarship opportunities are open to graduating seniors from the towns of Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester:
General Scholarship: residents of the towns of Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester
The William H. Caflin Jr. Scholarship: residents of Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester pursuing a degree in Engineering.
Deadline: Application and documents must be received before April 24, 2026
It’s My Heart New England – College Scholarship Program 2026
Eligibility:
To qualify for one of the It’s My Heart New England CHD Awareness Scholarships, the applicant must first meet one of the following requirements:
- Be diagnosed with Congenital Heart Defect
- Be the recipient of a heart transplant
- Be a family member (sibling, child, parent, close relative) of a person diagnosed with a CHD.
Applicant must also meet these four requirements:
- Be a resident of one of the New England States
- Be a high school senior or enrolled college student with a GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Be accepted full or part-time at an accredited 2 or 4-year college, university, or technical school located in the United States
Applications must be postmarked by March 26, 2026
Fairhaven Colonial Club Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors who reside in Fairhaven. See application below.
Deadline: April 30, 2026
Daughters of the American Revolution – New Bedford Chapter
Eligibility: Open to graduating high school seniors seeking an undergraduate degree form an accredited college or university. Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher. See application below.
Deadline: March 1, 2026
Monument Beach Sportsman’s Club – Alcott Tobey Scholarship
Eligibility: Applicant must be a high school senior and resident of Massachusetts (or may live outside of Massachusetts if they are a relative of a current MBSC member). A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. See application below.
Deadline: April 1, 2026
The Parish of Christ the King – Catholic Women’s Club Scholarship 2026
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors who are active parishioners at Christ the King Parish in Mashpee, Massachusetts. See application below.
Deadline: May 1, 2025
Westport Police Association – Sergeant Daniel Sullivan Memorial Scholarship 2026
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of the Town of Westport. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.8 or higher. Please see below for the application and detailed instructions.
Deadline: April 13, 2026
Portsmouth-Tiverton Rotary Club Scholarship – 2026
Eligibility: This scholarship recognizes residents from Portsmouth or Tiverton who demonstrate outstanding values of SERVICE, LEADERSHIP, and ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE. See application below.
Deadline: April 30, 2026
BrightBridge Credit Union Scholarship 2026
Eligibility: Three scholarship opportunities available to graduating seniors:
The Lisa Lewis Goodman Community Spirit Award - $2,000
The James A. Burley, Jr. Scholarship: 1st Place $5000, 2nd Place $3,000, 3rd Place $2,000
General Scholarship: $1,000 scholarships to 14 students
Applications must be submitted online at: brightbridge.com/scholarship. When completing the online application, make sure to upload a document that states: “Letters of recommendation will be emailed directly from the school counseling office.”
Deadline: February 28, 2026
Fundacao Faialense Scholarship – 2026
Eligibility: The Fundação Faialense Scholarship supports eligible students pursuing higher education and is intended to recognize academic achievement, community involvement, and financial need. See application below.
Deadline: February 28, 2026
Southcoast Health Ambassadors Scholarship Program 2026 - $1,500
Eligibility: Open to graduating senior students furthering their education in healthcare. Healthcare is defined as any area related to the medical field. TWO opportunities are available; one is specific to those students of Portuguese descent. APPLY HERE.
Deadline: April, 1, 2025
The Rotary Club of Fall River
Eligibility: The Rotary Club of Fall River is a local chapter of Rotary International whose mission is to "provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders". Rotarians live the motto of "Service Above Self" professionally and personally, and believe that we all have a shared responsibility to take action on our world’s most persistent issues, locally and globally, and work together to promote peace, fight disease, provide clean water, sanitation and hygiene, save mothers and children, support education, grow local economies, and protect our environment.
- Deadline for submission is Friday, April 30, 2026. Recipients will be notified by May 31, 2026.
- Please label required documents with First & Last Name and Document Type before uploading eg. John Smith_Student Resume.
- Applicants must reside within the Rotary Club of Fall River's service area. This includes the following cities and towns: Assonet/Freetown, Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, and Westport.
- If an applicant is a child/grandchild or step-child/step-grandchild of a member of the Rotary Club of Fall River, the residence requirement will be waived
Prince Henry Society Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors of some Portuguese descent residing in the Greater New Bedford Area. Some of the awards are designated for the following:
A parishioner, in good standing, of the Immaculate Conception Church
Three scholarships reserved for students pursuing a career in medicine
A student athlete
A female student pursuing a career in education
A student who attended the “Carlos Pacheco Elementary School in New Bedford
A student enrolling in a pre-dental program
*** IMPORTANT ***
This is an ON-LINE application. It must be completed in one-sitting – you cannot save and return to the application. To submit your letters of recommendation, upload a Word document that states, “Letter of recommendation will be forwarded directly from the school counseling office.” Mrs. Wood will send your letters electronically. Apply here.
Deadline: April 1, 2026
The Manton Scholars Program
Eligibility: The Manton Scholars Program is seeking applications from students whose families have been significantly and negatively affected by the death or serious illness/incapacitation of a primary income earner, or the serious illness of an immediate family member (i.e., parent/primary care giver or sibling).
Eligible students must meet one of the three criteria below:
- attend(ed) school in or be residents of one of the following towns for the last three years: Carlisle, Concord, Dover, Fall River, Maynard, Medway, Natick, Sherborn, Wayland, or Westport
- OR must have been enrolled for the last three years at: Dana Hall School, Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School, Groton School, St. Mark’s School, or Worcester Technical High School
- OR be a child of a faculty or staff (full or part time) of a private or public high school in the listed towns or at one of the listed schools. Parents must have/had a length of employment of three of more years at the school.
Scholars selected into the program will be eligible for up to four years of scholarship support at a two or four-year accredited college or university, or a trade school with a demonstrated track record of successfully placing graduates in long-term jobs. Schools must be located in the U.S or Canada. Eligible applicants to this program are entering or currently enrolled in undergraduate school. Scholarships will be up to $30,000 annually. Award size is based on unmet financial need.
APPLY HERE
Applications must be completed online by Friday, February 13, 2026 by 5PM Eastern Time.
Eligibility: UCB, Inc. will award 33 one-time scholarships for people living with epilepsy or family member or caregivers who demonstrate academic and personal achievement. CREATE AN ACCOUNT TO APPLY
Deadline: March 15, 2026The UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program – 2026
Deadline: March 27, 2026
Eligibility: Open to graduating high school seniors who reside in the town of Mattapoisett.
Deadline: April 30, 2026
Berkley Scholarship Fund 2026
Eligibility: Graduating seniors from the town of Berkley. Apply here: berkleyscholarshipfund.org
Deadline: April 24, 2026
Cape Verdean Recognition Scholarship 2026
Eligibility: Open to ALL graduating seniors from Bishop Stang High School. See application below. Applications are also available on the counter in the counseling office.
Deadline: April 10, 2026
Fairhaven Dollars for Scholars
Eligibility: Graduating seniors who reside in Fairhaven. Create Profile/Apply Here
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Somerset Federal Credit Union Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to graduating high school seniors who are members of SFCU OR who are dependents of an SFCU member. See application below.
Deadline: April 30, 2026
Sippican Woman’s Club Scholarship - 2026
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors who reside in Marion. See application below.
Deadline: April 15, 2026
Friends of the Sandwich Public Library Scholarship 2026
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors who reside in Sandwich, MA. www.sandwichpubliclibrary.com
Deadline: April 17, 2026
Dartmouth Girls Athletic League Scholarship – 2026
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors who are league alumni. See application below.
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Greater Southeastern Massachusetts Labor Council
Eligibility: Open to high school seniors living in Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod, and the Islands, and have a parent, legal guardian, aunt, uncle, or grandparent, or are themselves, a member of a labor union affiliated with the Greater Southeastern Massachusetts Labor Council. APPLY HERE
Deadline: May 1, 2026
Azorean Maritime Heritage Society
Eligibility: Open to all graduating seniors. Please see the application below for details on submission.
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Eligibility: Applicant must be a graduating high school senior who played for Mariner Youth Soccer for a minimum of 4 years. See application below.
Deadline: April 15, 2026
Eligibility: Open to ALL graduating seniors from Bishop Stang High School. See application below.
Deadline: April 20, 2026
Tyler Joseph Leonard Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to all graduating high school seniors based on the following criteria: You must submit a detailed short essay about yourself, any community service involvement and how it has impacted yours or someone’s mental health and well-being. Also, briefly describe any activities (examples: dance, music sports, yoga, etc.) that you feel have positively impacted your mental health and well-being. Please include 2 letters of recommendation from a teacher and/or school counselor. If you are selected you will be required to verify passing college grades after your first semester of college to the address on the application. See application on the BSHS scholarship webpage.
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Eligibility: Open to any graduating senior who resides in Fairhaven. Please see the application below.
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Clube Madeirense S.S. Sacramento Scholarship 2026
Eligibility: Graduating seniors seeking an undergraduate or associate degree from an accredited college or university or certificate of completion from an accredited trade school. There are three (3) categories in which to apply; you may only select one category. They are: Open Category: Available to all candidates. Portuguese Category: Available to Portuguese descendant candidates. Madeiran Heritage Category: Available to Madeiran descendant candidates. This is an ONLINE APPLICATION. Please follow these important instructions regarding transcripts and letters of recommendation: For transcripts and letters of recommendation, upload a Word document that states: Transcript with class rank will be sent directly from the counseling office. AND Letters of recommendation will be sent directly from the counseling office.
Complete the green sheet and I will forward your documents to the scholarship committee.
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Town of Mattapoisett Scholarship 2026
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors who reside in Mattapoisett. See application below.
Deadline: April 17, 2026
St. Julie Billiart Parish – Ladies Guild Scholarship 2026
Eligibility: Applicants must be registered members of St. Julie Billiart Parish who have completed service to the parish above and beyond that which was mandated through the Confirmation Program. Applicants also must have completed service to the community above and beyond what is required of his/her high school’s course of study. See application below.
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Hawthorn Medical Associates Scholarship Program - 2026
Eligibility: Open to graduating high school seniors who will pursue education in the human health care field. Please see detailed requirements here and application below.
Deadline: April 17, 2026
Marcus Urann Scholarship 2026
Eligibility: Must be a child of a cranberry bog owner or a cranberry bog employee residing in Massachusetts, who plans to pursue an education beyond the secondary school level. See application below.
Deadline: June 30, 2026
Wareham Garden Club Scholarship 2026
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors residing in Wareham who will be college or technical school freshmen in the fall and majoring in one of the following: horticulture, floriculture, botany, conservation, forestry, city planning, environmental studies, land management, biology and marine biology, landscape design or architecture, forestry, agronomy, allied subjects. Student applicants must have a current GPA of 3.0 or higher. See application below.
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Lions Club of Fall River 2026
Eligibility: Open to residents of Fall River with a strong academic record, community involvement and pursuing a higher education. This is an online application. You may upload an unofficial transcript. For letters of recommendation, please upload a Word document that states, “Letters of recommendation will be forwarded directly from the school counseling office.” See information below for instructions and access to the online application.
Deadline: May 1, 2025
Your Theatre, Inc. – Mary A. Smith Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in the performing arts. See application below.
Deadline: May 5, 2026
Rochester Women’s Club Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to graduating high school seniors who reside in Rochester. APPLY HERE
Deadline: April 6, 2026
Greater New Bedford Garden Club – Rose L. Murphy Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to graduating high school seniors who will be pursuing a degree in one of the following fields: Horticulture, Landscape Design or Architecture, Conservation, Forestry, Environmental science and related fields. See application below.
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Noah Curtis Greany Foundation Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors from Marion, Mattapoisett, Rochester we are sharing this scholarship that honors the vibrant life and enduring spirit of Noah Curtis Greany. This scholarship seeks to recognize graduating high school seniors who embody the same qualities as Noah through character, actions and impact on others. Please read through the application carefully for details on submission and expectations. – Please note: I will send your documents directly to the foundation. Applications MUST BE TYPED (not handwritten). Please complete a “green sheet” and return to me with your application.
Access details here.
Deadline: May 1, 2026
One SouthCoast Chamber Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to graduating high school seniors who are motivated leaders with a vision for making a positive impact in the community. Applications are available below OR pick up a copy in the counseling office. Please note: Fully completed applications will be submitted by Mrs. Wood.
Deadline: 12pm on Friday, April 17th.
Dartmouth Youth Lacrosse Club – 2026 Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors who have participated in a minimum of 3 seasons in Dartmouth Youth Lacrosse Club (formerly known as Dartmouth Lacrosse or DLAX). Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. See application below.
Deadline: April 10, 2026
Edward J. (Jud) Sullivan Scholarship – Citizens for Citizens 2026
Eligibility: Applicants must be a former student of one of the following programs administered by Citizens for Citizens, Inc.: Head Start, After School Daycare, Family Childcare, or Extended Daycare. Please see application and submission details below.
Deadline: May 1, 2026
Fall River Garden Club – 2026
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors attending college in the fall of 2026 and majoring in one of the following: Horticulture, Floriculture, Landscape Design or Architecture, Conservation, Forestry, Agronomy, City Planning, Environmental Science, Land Management, Botany, Biology, and allied sciences. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or above. Please see the application below.
Deadline: May 8, 2026
Dartmouth Youth Soccer Association – Offering multiple scholarship opportunities!
Eligibility: Open to graduating seniors who have participated in the DYSA as players, referees, etc. The following applications are available: DYSA Scholarship (general application), Team Player Application, DYSA Referee Application and Fr. Pereira Memorial Scholarship. See applications below.
Deadlines for all: April 15, 2026
Martha Briggs Educational Club Scholarship
Eligibility: The Martha Briggs Educational Club is offering scholarships to students of color in the Greater New Bedford Area. Scholarships will be awarded to students of color to continue their education in any degree. See application below.
Deadline: April 11, 2026
Eligibility: The following excerpt is taken directly from the scholarship application: “The intent of the organization is to award these scholarships to a student that most resembles the qualities that Matthew T. Benoit had. Matt was an average academic student with a solid academic record and appropriate course load. The scholarship recipient must maintain a similar academic record. Matt was a four-sport varsity athlete and considered a total team player. The scholarship recipient must display the same appreciation of teamwork that Matt did. Matt also held down a part time job, making effective use of his time. A student that can display the same time management skills will be considered. Matt had a true love of family and his faith.”Copies of the application are available on the counter in the school counseling office.
Deadline: May 1, 2026
Horatio Alger Association – Community College and CTE Scholarship
Eligibility: If you plan on attending a community college or vocational/technical school, this scholarship is for YOU! Applicants must be enrolled in an associate's degree, certificate or diploma program and must demonstrate financial need (household income 100K or less).
Horatio Alger Community College and CTE Scholarship
Deadline: June 5, 2026
Mattapoisett Congregational Church Memorial Scholarship Fund
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors, residents of Mattapoisett, Marion or Rochester OR members of the Mattapoisett Congregational Church. Follow instructions on the application. Scholarship Application. Counseling office will submit transcript and letters of recommendation.
Deadline: April 24, 2026
Fairhaven Lions Club Scholarship 2026
Eligibility: Open to residents of Fairhaven. See application below.
Deadline: April 20, 2026
Mattapoisett Land Trust
Eligibility:
Priscilla Hathaway Art Scholarship $1,000 – Mattapoisett, Marion or Rochester high school graduates committed to keeping the core values of Priscilla Hathaway (see application). Applicants for this scholarship plan to study art and plan to continue education in fine arts.
Blanche B. Perry Scholarship $1,000 – Mattapoisett residents pursuing education in the sciences and/or environmental studies or a related field.
Deadlines for both scholarships: April 17, 2026
South Coast Community Chorale Scholarship (SCCC)
Eligibility: Applicants must be a resident of the greater Fall River area to include Southeastern MA and Wakefield, RI. Applicants must be planning to enter a degree program in music (including education, performing, production and theatre). See application below.
Deadline: April 15, 2026
Eligibility: The Sippican Lands Trust seeks applicants for its Richard I. and Helen A. Arthur Scholarship. The applicant for this $2,000 award must be a Marion resident in their last year of high school or enrolled as a freshman or sophomore in college elsewhere. This award may be given to the same recipient at a maximum of two (2) times. A preference will be given to applicants who are majoring in or plan to major in environmental studies or a related field.
Deadline: May 1, 2026