[Page 4] The 105 Best Mental Health Scholarships in August 2026
Updated: August 17, 2026
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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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100% free.Andrew Perez Mental Illness/Suicidal Awareness Education Scholarship
Funded byJesus PerezThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Andrew Perez by helping students push through their mental illnesses and pursue their education.Amount$1,000Deadline:May 13, 2023Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner91Above the Peak - Ama Dablam Kesel Family Scholarship
Funded byAaron KeselTo honor the memory of a beautiful life that was lost, this scholarship intends to support high school seniors or undergraduate students that have lost a family member due to suicide.Amount$1,500Deadline:May 15, 2023Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner92“Science for Life” Biology and Health Sciences No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship aims to support students who are pursuing biology and the health sciences so that they can complete their degrees no matter their financial status.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jun 1, 2023Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner93“A Bold Mind” Psychology No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about psychology so they can afford to pursue their education.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jun 1, 2023Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner94Wondermind Mental Fitness No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgPerfect for anyone interested in investing in their mental fitness.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jul 1, 2023Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner95Mind, Body, & Soul Scholarship
Funded byThriveThis scholarship will support a student who is passionate about maintaining a healthy mind, body, and soul when going away to college.Amount$500Deadline:Jul 31, 2023Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner96Green Mountain Memories Scholarship
Funded byCara CroteauThis scholarship will support undergraduate students who are pursuing a career in helping those who struggle with substance abuse.Amount$1,000Deadline:Aug 1, 2023Education LevelUndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners97Alexandria Raquel LaBron-Carter Memorial Scholarship
Funded byBeginning Adventures ChildcareThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Alexandria Raquel LaBron-Carter by supporting students who are passionate about pursuing higher education.Amount$2,000Deadline:Sep 1, 2023Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner98Meaningful Existence Scholarship
Funded byMeaningful ExistenceThis scholarship seeks to address the critical shortage of mental health professionals nationwide by supporting the next generation of mental health professionals.Amount$10,000Deadline:Sep 6, 2023Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners99Social Change Fund United Scholarship
Funded byThe Social Change Fund UnitedThis scholarship was created by philanthropists, entrepreneurs, and NBA superstars Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul, and Dwyane Wade to support critical and timely issues impacting the Black community.Amount$15,000Deadline:Oct 27, 2023Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
3 winners100Darclei V. McGregor Memorial Scholarship
Funded byFriends and Family of DarcleiThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Darclei V. McGregor by addressing the growing shortage of qualified mental health providers.Amount$1,000Deadline:Nov 1, 2023Education LevelGraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner101Adam T. Hallberg Mental Illness Study Scholarship
Funded byErika HallbergThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Adam T. Hallberg by supporting students who are pursuing higher education in the mental health field.Amount$1,000Deadline:Dec 9, 2023Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners102Terry A. Greendeer Behavioral Health Wing Dedication Scholarship
Funded byConroy GreendeerThis scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Terry A. Greendeer by supporting Native students who share her passion for behavioral health.Amount$1,000Deadline:Dec 23, 2023Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners103VonDerek Casteel Being There Counts Scholarship
Funded byBTCFOUNDATIONLLC BeingThereCountsThis scholarship aims to support students who are going to school in the mental health field in order to bring awareness to suicide, mental health, and ways for healthy grieving.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 15, 2024Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner104Kashi’s Journey Scholarship
Funded byDosanjh familyThis scholarship seeks to honor Kashi’s memory by supporting students who are working through mental health setbacks.Amount$500Deadline:Jun 7, 2024Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
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