Scholarships
NTHS’ scholarship program provides over $300,000 in scholarships to high school and post-secondary members annually. We believe that CTE students must be supported and encouraged to seek ongoing skill development and education in today’s highly competitive global community.
How to Apply:
NTHS members will apply for scholarships through the NTHS Member Portal. Each scholarship has different requirements and application window dates. If you meet the eligibility criteria for a scholarship, click the “Apply” button to read the instructions and begin your application process.

Jon H. Poteat Scholarship
Named in honor and memory of our NTHS Co-Founder, the Jon H. Poteat Scholarship is reserved exclusively for active NTHS members. Active members may apply once per scholarship cycle. On May 15, NTHS will award two hundred and fifty $1,000 JHP Scholarships to eligible active members. Recipients will be announced at https://nths.org.
Available: September 1 - May 1 | Number Awarded: 250 | Amount: $1,000
ASE Scholarship
In partnership with the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), NTHS is proud to offer a $500 scholarship to members enrolled in automotive, collision, or diesel coursework. Only NTHS members who have added the ASE Endorsement to their membership will be automatically entered into the scholarship drawing.
Available: May 1 - April 30 | Number Awarded: 1 | Amount: $500
Build Your Future Scholarship
Through the support of the Build Your Future (an NCCER initiative), NTHS annually awards five $2000 scholarships to current NTHS members. To apply, you must be a current high school senior or post-secondary student studying a construction-related discipline.
Available: October 1 - April 1 | Number Awarded: 5 | Amount: $2,000
LAPSEN Scholarship
NTHS is excited to partner with the Law & Public Safety Education Network (LAPSEN) to offer one $500 scholarship to NTHS members enrolled in law & public safety coursework. NTHS members with the LAPSEN endorsement will automatically be entered for a chance to win.
Available: May 1 - April 30 | Number Awarded: 1 | Amount: $500
NTHS BPA Scholarship
In collaboration with BPA, NTHS provides three $1,000 scholarships to dual members looking to bring outstanding leadership, citizenship, academic, and technological skills to the workforce.
All application questions should be directed to BPA.
Available:
September 15 - March 14 | Number Awarded: 3 | Amount: $1,000
NTHS DECA Scholarship
NTHS is honored to partner with DECA and provide three $1,000 scholarships to NTHS/DECA members preparing for futures in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management.
All application questions should be directed to DECA.
Available: September 16 - January 10 | Number Awarded: 3 | Amount: $1,000
NTHS FBLA Scholarship
Tailored for students preparing for a career in business, NTHS has coupled with FBLA to provide two $1,000 scholarships to students holding dual-membership with NTHS and FBLA.
All application questions should be directed to FBLA.
Deadline Date: April 15 | Number Awarded: 2 | Amount: $1,000
NTHS FCCLA Scholarship
NTHS has partnered with FCCLA for this unique opportunity to provide three $1,000 scholarships to active NTHS and FCCLA members ready to make a difference in families, careers, and communities.
All application questions should be directed to FCCLA.
Available: October 1 - March 3 | Number Awarded: 3 | Amount: $1,000
NTHS FFA Scholarship
NTHS is excited to offer a new scholarship for members involved in FFA. This scholarship supports students interested in pursuing careers in agriculture and leadership. NTHS proudly partners with FFA to provide three $1,000 scholarships to students who hold membership with both NTHS and FFA.
All application questions should be directed to FFA.
Available: November 1 - January 9 | Number Awarded: 3 | Amount: $1,000
NTHS HOSA Scholarship
NTHS and HOSA have joined forces to provide seven $1,000 scholarships to dual members of NTHS and HOSA certain to become leaders in the global health community.
All application questions should be directed to HOSA.
Available: January 1 - April 15 | Number Awarded: 7 | Amount: $1,000
NTHS SkillsUSA Scholarship
With a goal of supporting promising futures for skilled professionals, career-ready leaders and responsible community members, NTHS proudly partners with SkillsUSA to provide four $1,000 scholarships to students who hold dual membership with NTHS and SkillsUSA.
All application questions should be directed to SkillsUSA.
Available: January 6 - April 15 | Number Awarded: 4 | Amount: $1,000
NTHS TSA Scholarship
NTHS is thrilled to join TSA and provide three $1,000 scholarships to dual members engaged in STEM and ready to explore new educational horizons.
All application questions should be directed to TSA.
Available: January 1 - May 1| Number Awarded: 3 | Amount: $1,000

C. Allen Powell Alumni Scholarship
Named in honor of NTHS Co-Founder and longtime Executive Director, this alumni scholarship supports NTHS Alumni who plan to continue their education and skill development. Starting six months after graduation whether that was 2 or 20 years ago, every NTHS member will have lifetime access to apply for this scholarship.
Available: September 1 - May 1 | Number Awarded: 2 | Amount: $1,000