Entrepreneurship Scholarships
Scholarships for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
Entrepreneurs are a special breed of person. They have foresight, tenacity, a capacity to live with risk and uncertainty, and they have ambition. They create jobs, which drives the economy, and they create new ideas. If your dream is to work for yourself, you need the foundation of a good education to help you succeed. To assist you in that goal, scholarships for entrepreneurs are available. Please browse the list below to find a scholarship for you. There are several private organizations, such the National Association for the Self-Employed, that provide resources to business owners. Additionally, be sure to with the business department of the college you attend for scholarships specifically designated for entrepreneurs. If you are going to pursue a degree in business or in something related to entrepreneurship, then you may very well be a good candidate for an entrepreneurial scholarship.
List of Entrepreneurial Scholarships
| Scholarship & Link | Organization | Application Deadline | Award Amount | Notes |
| National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) Future Entrepreneur Scholarship | National Association for the Self-Employed | Varies | up to $24,000 | The Scholarship provides funding to a student who has demonstrated the skills and abilities to be a micro-business owner. |
| The McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship | McKelvey Foundation | Varies | $10,000 per year | Provides scholarships to young entrepreneurs |
| Veterans Scholarship Program | The Dwyer Group (IFA | Varies | $2,500 | Scholarship is available for veterans enrolled or planning to enroll in college-level studies in franchising or entrepreneurship. |
| Minority Entrepreneurs Scholarship Program | Marriott International and the IFA Educational Foundation | Varies | $3,000 | The purpose of the program is to help minority students by providing scholarship funds to college students who are enrolled in business, franchising and/or entrepreneurial studies. |
| Young Entrepreneur Awards | National Federation of Independent Business | December | $1,000-$10,000 | The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award program is a educational scholarship for high school seniors pursuing higher education and their entrepreneurial dreams. |
| WSI Young Entrepreneur Scholarship Program | WSI | Varies | Varies | See website for details |
| The NASE Future Entrepreneur Scholarship | National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) | http://www.nase.org/Home.aspx | up to $24,000.00 | See website for details |
| Young Entrepreneur Awards program | The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) | http://www.nfib.com/ | $10,000 | See website for details |
| Odioworks Excellence in Entrepreneurship Scholarship | Odioworks | http://odioworks.com/ | $500.00 scholarship | See website for details |
| The Spirit of the Entrepreneur Scholarship Fund | The Spirit of the Entrepreneur | http://www.inlandspiritawards.com/ | $2,500.00 | See website for details |
| Minority Entrepreneurs Scholarship Program | University of California Irvine | 15-Jun | $3,000 | For those enrolled in courses or programs relating to business, finance, marketing, hospitality, franchising or entrepreneurship |
| Xavier University Williams College of Business Entrepreneurship Scholarships | Xavier University Williams College of Business | - | up to $18,000 | The department of management and entrepreneurship offers many scholarships and awards for its students. |
| William G. McGowan Charitable Fund | Xavier University, Williams College of Business | January 2, May 1, September 1 | $18,000 | Scholarship for a senior majoring in entrepreneurial studies. In addition to academic ability, an applicant's entrepreneurial experience, leadership ability, and involvement in extracurricular and community activities will be taken into account. |
| Thomas J. Rueve Excellence in Management Award | Xavier University | http://www.xavier.edu/ | NA | NA |
| Robert C. Klekamp Excellence in Management Award | Xavier University | http://www.xavier.edu/ | NA | Graduate |
| Robert G. Kluener Scholarship | Xavier University | http://www.xavier.edu/ | NA | Undergraduate |
| E.F. Castleberry Prize | Xavier University | http://www.xavier.edu/ | NA | Undergraduate |
| Hamilton Fixture Entrepreneurship Award | Xavier University | http://www.xavier.edu/ | NA | NA |
| Andrew C. Eustis Persistence Award | Xavier University | http://www.xavier.edu/ | NA | NA |
| Dolly Eustis Supporter of Entrepreneurship Award | Xavier University | http://www.xavier.edu/ | NA | NA |
| Xavier Entrepreneurial Center (FIRE IN THE BELLY) Award | Xavier University | http://www.xavier.edu/ | NA | Undergraduate |
| outhwest Ohio Project Management Institute Scholar Award | Xavier University | http://www.xavier.edu/ | NA | Undergraduate |
| Spirit of the Entrepreneur Scholarship Fund | California State University (San Bernardino) | Varies | $2,500 | Scholarship awards funds averaging $2,500.00 to undergraduate/graduate students majoring in entrepreneurship. Applicants complete an application form and submit a personal essay outlining why they are interested in entrepreneurship studies and how the funds will assist them in reaching their educational goals. |
| Robert H. Smith School of Business Scholarship | University of Maryland, Robert H. Smith School of Business | 15-Jun | partial tuition | Business owners studying for an Executive MBA (EMBA) are invited to apply for the Smith Entrepreneurship EMBA Scholarship. This program is available to individuals running a professional practice or a business and is a partial-tuition scholarship. |
| Jack Wright Entrepreneur Award | University of North Dakota, Center for Innovation | Spring/Fall | $1,000 | Each semester an award of $1000 is given to a UND undergraduate student who demonstrates leadership in private ventures or entrepreneurship. |
| Dean's Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship | University of Colorado | Varies | Varies | - |
| Excellence in American Entrepreneurship Scholarship | University of Colorado | Varies | from $500 to $5,000, and over $40,000 | - |
| Harry Trueblood Scholarship | University of Colorado | Varies | from $500 to $5,000, and over $40,000 | - |
| John Mehalchin Scholarship Fund | University of Colorado | Varies | from $500 to $5,000, and over $40,000 | - |
| The Lewis Becker Fund (Book Scholarship) | Bowling Green State University | Varies | Varies | See website for requirements |
| David S. and Jill M. Hainline Entrepreneurship Scholarship | Bowling Green State University | Varies | Varies | See website for requirements |
| George and Joan Howick Entrepreneurship Scholarship | Bowling Green State University | Varies | Varies | See website for requirements |
| Joan and George Howick Entrepreneurship Scholarship | Bowling Green State University | Varies | Varies | See website for requirements |
| Gary A. Schuetz Entrepreneurial Scholarship | Bowling Green State University | Varies | Varies | See website for requirements |
| Norman R. Seaman Scholarship | Bowling Green State University | Varies | Varies | See website for requirements |
| Joseph Frank Ziemianski Entrepreneur Scholarship | Bowling Green State University | Varies | Varies | See website for requirements |
| Entrepreneurship Graduating Senior of the Year Award | Bowling Green State University | Varies | Varies | See website for requirements |
| The Jeffrey R. Brashares Endowed Scholarship in Entrepreneurship | The University of Akron | Varies | $1,000 | - |
| The John Wesley Doubledee Endowed Scholarship | The University of Akron | http://www.uakron.edu/ | Varies | - |
| The Alberta and E.C. McCormick, Jr. Educational Fund | The University of Akron | http://www.uakron.edu/ | Varies | - |
| The Sidney A. and Cora Walker Scholarship | The University of Akron | http://www.uakron.edu/ | Varies | - |