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[Page 2] The 105 Best Mental Health Scholarships in October 2026

Updated: October 19, 2026

Written by:Elise
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If finding mental health scholarships has felt discouraging, you’re not alone. The best mental health scholarships offer simple applications, real support, and flexible eligibility — and on this page, we rank the top Bold.org mental health scholarships based on amount, effort, deadline, and eligibility.

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  1. Elijah's Helping Hand Scholarship Award

    Funded by
    Sheehan
    Open to LGBTQ+ students or students affected by mental illness or suicide, from high school seniors through graduate school.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 13, 2027
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    31

  2. Jake Thomas Williams Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Williams Family
    Open to high school seniors planning to study social work, therapy, or psychology for a career in mental health.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 20, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    32

  3. Learner Mental Health Empowerment for Health Students Scholarship

    Funded by
    Learner
    This scholarship seeks to promote a culture of understanding and inclusivity by supporting a community of empathetic individuals ready to change the mental health narrative.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Oct 30, 2027
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    33

  4. Mental Health Movement Scholarship

    Funded by
    Mental Health Movement
    This scholarship will support one student in any field of study who has battled with mental health or has a loved one who has in the past or currently is experiencing mental health concerns.
    Amount
    $4,050
    Deadline:
    Apr 4, 2021
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    34

  5. Trever David Clark Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Dawson-Clark Family
    The Trever David Clark Memorial Scholarship will support a student who has been affected by mental illness.
    Amount
    $8,792
    Deadline:
    Nov 15, 2023
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    6 winners
    Takes minutes
    35

  6. EDucate for Eating Disorder Survivors Scholarship

    Funded by
    EDucate
    This scholarship seeks to support individuals who have been impacted by eating disorders so they can pursue their undergraduate education.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Feb 28, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    36

  7. Heather Payne Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sean Mancillas
    This scholarship seeks to show support for those who have lost a sibling to suicide in order to raise awareness about the prevalence of suicide and the ways of persevering through loss.
    Amount
    $3,125
    Deadline:
    Jul 26, 2023
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    37

  8. Jean Ramirez Scholarship

    Funded by
    JR98 Inc
    This scholarship will support students who are immediate family members of a suicide victim.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 20, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    10 winners
    Takes minutes
    38

  9. Run With Meg Scholarship for Female Entrepreneurs

    Funded by
    Meghan Takacs
    This scholarship exists to support the mental health and success of females entrepreneurs.
    Amount
    $2,950
    Deadline:
    Dec 31, 2020
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    39

  10. Another Way Scholarship

    Funded by
    Heather Thrift
    This scholarship will support a high school senior who has been affected in some way by mental health challenges.
    Amount
    $695
    Deadline:
    May 15, 2023
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    40

  11. Women’s Health Research & Innovation Scholarship

    Funded by
    Josh Adams and Lynn O'Brien
    Open to undergraduate and graduate students studying medicine, nursing, psychology, public health, or related fields.
    Amount
    $3,380
    Deadline:
    Sep 27, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is in review
    41

  12. The Final Push Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anderson-Tiedje
    This scholarship will support a low-income college junior or senior as they work towards the final push of their education.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    Mar 4, 2022
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    42

  13. Manuela Calles Scholarship for Women

    Funded by
    Dr. Sandra Calles
    This scholarship aims to support female undergraduate, graduate, trade school, or bootcamp students with at least a 2.5 GPA studying or pursuing a career in business or mental health
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Aug 26, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    43

  14. RollinOn 3 Kentucky Presents D.B.C. Scholarship

    Funded by
    RollinOn 3 Kentucky
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Derick Canty by supporting young adults who have faced mental struggles but are continuing to pursue their dreams.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Aug 31, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    44

  15. Barnaby-Murphy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Nadia Murphy
    This scholarship seeks to support the next generation of mental and physical health professionals as they pursue their academic goals.
    Amount
    $1,200
    Deadline:
    May 1, 2025
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    45

  16. Jackanow Suicide Awareness Scholarship

    Funded by
    Max Jackanow
    This scholarship aims to support students who have lost someone to ease the burden of continuing college after the loss.
    Amount
    $4,605
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    46

  17. Sewing Seeds: Lena B. Davis Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Nekia Davis
    This scholarship aims to support underrepresented students.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 12, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    47

  18. Katelynn Berry Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Eron and Carmell Mattison
    This scholarship aims to honor Katelynn Berry’s life by spreading awareness about the serious threat posed by mental illnesses.
    Amount
    $4,525
    Deadline:
    May 20, 2022
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    48

  19. Second Chance Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ceri Goff
    Open to low-income undergraduates with a 2.5 GPA or lower who are first-generation, parents or caregivers, disabled, or affected by mental health.
    Amount
    $11,250
    Deadline:
    Oct 12, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is in review
    Takes minutes
    49

  20. Arnetha V. Bishop Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Austin/Bishop Family
    This scholarship will support BIPOC students pursuing a career in the mental health field.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 21, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    50

  21. Serena Rose Jarvis Memorial College Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kailei Jarvis
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Serena Rose Jarvis by supporting students who have faced mental health challenges.
    Amount
    $1,570
    Deadline:
    Dec 31, 2024
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    51

  22. Good Vibes Only Scholarship in Memory of C. Spoon

    Funded by
    Shawn Witherspoon
    This scholarship seeks to support BIPOC students so they can succeed in all of their endeavors and advocate for the importance of mental health in overcoming generational trauma.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    Mar 17, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    52

  23. Udonis Haslem Foundation BDJ40 Scholarship

    Funded by
    Udonis Haslem Foundation
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are highly motivated to succeed in spite of the socio-economic challenges they face.
    Amount
    $18,500
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    53

  24. Pablo Nuñez Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Puerco in Action
    To honor the life and legacy of Pablo Nuñez, this scholarship will be awarded to two bilingual graduate students who are currently studying to enter the field of mental health services specifically for immigrant relief.
    Amount
    $1,008
    Deadline:
    Jun 18, 2021
    Education Level
    Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    54

  25. Christopher Charles Owan Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Christopher Charles Owan Memorial Fund
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Christopher Charles Owan by supporting students who are pursuing careers in the mental health field.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 29, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    55

  26. Joshua’s Light: Suicide Awareness & Resilience Scholarship by Solace Mind®

    Funded by
    Solace Mind, LLC
    This scholarship aims to honor Joshua’s life by reminding others that seeking help is an act of strength and that every effort to care for oneself and others matters.
    Amount
    $555
    Deadline:
    Jun 8, 2026
    Education Level
    Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    56

  27. Michael Pride, Jr/ProjectEX Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kacie Allen-Pride
    This scholarship aims to support underserved students so they can overcome the obstacles they face and achieve their educational goals.
    Amount
    $1,300
    Deadline:
    Feb 12, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    57

  28. Kids’ Minds Matter: Southwest Florida Continued Education Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lee Health Foundation
    Supports students in LMHC, LCSW or Social Work programs at Florida Gulf Coast University who are committed to pediatric mental health and interested in working with Lee Health in Southwest Florida.
    Amount
    $45,000
    Deadline:
    Aug 26, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    58

  29. Amplifying Latinx Voices Scholarship

    Funded by
    Daniel and Marisa Wandeler
    This scholarship aims to support Latinx students who are passionate about making an impact on their communities through careers as mental health professionals.
    Amount
    $30,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 15, 2024
    Education Level
    Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    59

  30. Charles Shively and Kathleen Stone Memorial Scholarship for Psychiatric Nursing

    Funded by
    Sarah Chapman
    This scholarship aims to honor the lives of Charles Shively and Kathleen Stone by supporting students who are pursuing nursing careers.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    60
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