52 Scholarships for Non-Traditional Students (August 2026)
Community Foundation of North Central Washington
Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin
Community Foundation of Noble County
Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond
Coastal Bend Community Foundation
Basu Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery
Blue Mountain Community Foundation
Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Inc.
Johnson County Community Foundation
American Legion Auxiliary - Department of Iowa
Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond
Grand Island Community Foundation
Perry County Community Foundation
Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond
State Student Assistance Commission of Indiana
Rhode Island Foundation
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
American Association of University Women (AAUW) Educational Foundation
ScholarshipDetective.com
General Federation of Women's Clubs of Virginia
Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado
Spencer County Community Foundation
Cashtelligent
Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond
Frequently Asked Questions
What are non-traditional scholarships?
Non-traditional scholarships are financial awards or grants designed to support students who do not fit the typical profile of a college student. These scholarships cater to individuals with unique circumstances, such as adult learners returning to education, veterans transitioning to civilian life, individuals pursuing career changes, or those attending school part-time. Non-traditional scholarships aim to promote diversity and inclusivity in higher education and provide opportunities for individuals with varying backgrounds and life experiences.
What scholarships are available for non-traditional students?
There are 52 scholarships available for non-traditional students as of August 2026. You can find dozens of non-traditional scholarships available for college senior, high school senior, college, and post-graduates. Some prominent non-traditional scholarships for students include the Stella Knobel & Mary Jean Carter Scholarship, the Ryan Wanta Memorial Scholarship, and the Max and Elizabeth Roesler Memorial Scholarship. You can find non-traditional scholarships for pursuing your graduate degree, undergraduate, four-year, community college, two-year, vocational, bachelor's, advanced degree, or graduate school.
How do I find scholarships for non-traditional students?
You can find scholarship financial aid for funding your college education as a non-traditional student by using a scholarship search engine like Scholarships That Work, which has 52 non-traditional scholarships with an average award amount of $2,502. You can also find non-traditional scholarships by inquiring with organizations that offer non-traditional scholarships, like the Community Foundation of North Central Washington, the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin, the Community Foundation of Noble County, or the Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond.
How do I apply for scholarships as a non-traditional student?
To apply for scholarships as a non-traditional student, you will need to fill out the scholarship application form on the scholarship page. For three of these scholarships, you will need to submit an essay. Several non-traditional scholarship require a resume, and one award require letters of recommendation. The GPA requirements for non-traditional scholarship vary between a 2.0 and 3.0 minimum GPA.
What are the best scholarships for non-traditional students?
Some of the best non-traditional scholarships are the Hank Holloway Virginia Green Lawn Care Scholarship, the $1,000 All Star Verified Scholarship, the Jack and Shirley Pagan Scholarship, the Advancing Care Scholarship for Adult Learners, and the Tichi-Groom Fund Scholarship. The best scholarships for non-traditional students will be listed at the top of this page.
Who is eligible to apply for non-traditional scholarships?
All students who are considered "non-traditional students," including adult learners returning to education, military veterans, single mothers and fathers, and part-time students, are eligible to apply for the scholarships on this page. Other eligibility requirements for non-traditional scholarships may vary, so be sure to read the scholarship listing carefully. Two scholarships for adult learners are specifically open to applicants who identify as Asian or Black students. Of these scholarships, two require community service participation. Also, there are two scholarships for non-traditional students and adult learners specifically for applicants who identify as women or female. Non-traditional students, such as adult learners, can apply for 25 scholarships for non-traditional students and adult learners specifically open to non-traditional applicants.
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