CollegeXpress is thrilled to kick off another exciting year of scholarship contests for students in 2025! Once again, we’re making it super easy for you to win free money for school—no essays required. All you have to do is sign up for a free CollegeXpress account (or log back in if you’re already a member) and answer our featured question of the month in just a few words.
These are fun, low-pressure questions like “What’s your favorite food?” or “Who's the best college mascot?”—there’s no right or wrong answer! Plus, your responses might even inspire blogs, infographics, and other cool content we create on CollegeXpress.
At the end of each month, one lucky winner will be randomly chosen from all the entries. And here’s the best part: Any US student age 13 and up can win, whether you’re a high school freshman or already in college. If you’re selected, we’ll notify you by email and celebrate your win by featuring your name on this blog.
Keep track of all our 2025 giveaways by checking back here each month. Don’t forget to bookmark this page and keep an eye out for a new chance to win—good luck!
January 2025
New Year, New Opportunity Scholarship
Amount: $2,025
Question: What is one new thing you want to try in 2025?
Deadline: January 31, 2025 (closed)
Winner: Trevor M., Class of 2025
Answer: I want to make new connections with others through college to help my career in 2025.
February 2025
Book vs. Movie Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Question: When it comes to stories, which do you usually prefer: the book or the movie?
Deadline: February 28, 2025 (closed)
Winner: Madison M., Class of 2025
Answer: Book
March 2025
March Madness Scholarship
Amount: $500
Question: Who is your favorite college mascot?
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Winner: Skylie V., Class of 2026
Answer: My favorite college mascot is Harry the Husky or Dubs
April 2025
April Favorite TV Show Scholarship
Amount: $500
Question: What is your favorite TV show?
Deadline: April 30, 2025
Winner: Haley H., Class of 2025
Answer: My favorite TV show is One Tree Hill.
April 2025
April Free Money Giveaway
Amount: $500
Question: Do you want free money?
Deadline: April 30, 2025
Winner: Jorge R.
May 2025
May TikTok vs. Instagram Sweepstakes
Amount: $2,000
Question: If you could only use one platform for the rest of your life, would you choose TikTok or Instagram?
Deadline: May 31, 2025
Winner: Averi H., Class of 2025
Answer: Instagram
May 2025
May Spring Easy Entry Giveaway
Amount: $500
Question: What season comes right after spring?
Deadline: May 31, 2025
Winner: Faith K. Class of 2026
June 2025
June Scoopin' Up the Dough Sweepstakes
Amount: $1,500
Question: What is your favorite flavor of ice cream?
Deadline: June 30, 2025
Winner: Kellen G, Class of 2028
Answer: Chocolate
June 2025
June Would You Rather Giveaway
Amount: $500 Gift Card
Question: Would you rather win a $500 gift card to Ulta Beauty or Dick’s Sporting Goods?
Deadline: June 30, 2025
Winner: Melanie N., Class of 2026
July 2025
July What's Your Summer Vibe Sweepstakes
Amount: $1,300
Question: What's your ideal summer vibe: soaking up the sun all day or chilling out in a shady spot?
Deadline: July 31, 2025
Winner: Rachel Z., Class of 2026
Answer: Soaking up the sun
August 2025
August Back-to-School Sweepstakes
Amount: $1,300
Question: On a scale from 1–10, how ready are you for back-to-school?
Deadline: August 31, 2025
Winner: Alyssa B., Class of 2027
Answer: 10 - Bring on the school supplies!
September 2025
September Autumn Apple Choice Award
Amount: $2,000
Question: Which classic apple treat is a must-have this fall season?
Deadline: September 30, 2025
October 2025
October Brains or Bust Sweepstakes
Amount: $2,000
Question: Do you think you would survive a zombie apocalypse?
Deadline: October 31, 2025
November 2025
November 2025 Bucket List Sweepstakes
Amount: $2,000
Question: Share one bucket-list-worthy moment from your year!
Deadline: November 30, 2025
December 2025
December Winter Break Sweepstakes
Amount: $2,000
Question: What is one thing you plan to do during winter break?
Deadline: December 31, 2025
Winner: You can enter the sweepstakes here.
Can I enter if I already have a CX account?
Absolutely! If you’re already part of the CollegeXpress community, simply log in and visit our Featured Scholarships page to find the link for the latest monthly scholarship contest—there's no need to register again. Didn’t win this time? No problem! There’s a new chance to win every month. Just remember to submit your entry by
the last day of the month, and we’ll contact the winner via email shortly afterward. You can’t win if you don’t enter, so make sure your profile is complete and answer our easy questions before the monthly deadlines.
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