[Page 2] Top Essay Scholarships to Apply for in December 2025

This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Ava Wood by supporting students who choose compassion over comparison, bravery over conformity, and stupendous, wholehearted love over everything else.

This scholarship aims to support underrepresented students as they transition from high school to college so they have all of the resources they need to thrive.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Pete and Consuelo Hernandez by supporting underrepresented students pursuing higher education in California.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Evelyn Blackwood by supporting students who share her calling to serve others through nursing.

This scholarship aims to support underserved students so they can overcome the obstacles they face and achieve their educational goals.

This scholarship seeks to support students who are dedicated to serving others and making their communities better one day at a time.

This scholarship aims to support students who are bravely pursuing their academic and professional dreams in the field of nursing.

This scholarship aims to empower single mothers who are determined to pursue or complete their college education, regardless of the hurdles they face.

This scholarship aims to support marginalized teens in California who are pursuing careers in the arts so they have the resources they need to achieve their dreams.

This scholarship aims to support young women who wish to pursue careers in the music industry, whether as artists, writers, or producers.

This scholarship will support North Carolina female students who demonstrate perseverance and are passionate about their community.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Andrew Lopez by supporting students who embody his perseverance and determination and have taken the hand they were dealt and changed their own future.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Josephine St John by supporting students who share her dedication to nursing and giving back.

To honor the life of Dashanna K. McNeil, this scholarship to encourage those who share her commitment to healing to continue in their Nursing studies.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memories of Bettie Lott and Vera Times by supporting students who are committed to advancing public health.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Lou Marchello by supporting students in his town as they prepare to attend college.

This scholarship seeks to encourage students to be empathetic and inclusive so that all of their peers can feel accepted, regardless of the struggles they may face.

This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of CW4 Savidge by shining a light on mental health challenges among active-duty service members and veterans.

This scholarship seeks to support students who participate in Christian forensics organizations in honor of Kathy Springer’s legacy.

This scholarship aims to support students who have lost someone to ease the burden of continuing college after the loss.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Barbara A. Walker by supporting students who wish to pursue higher education.

This scholarship aims to support student-athletes with disabilities who have shown resilience, leadership, and passion in their athletic pursuits while working toward higher education.

This scholarship aims to honor Dr. Tujuana Hunter’s legacy by supporting students from East Houston-area school districts.

This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Joe Massaro by uplifting students who participate in music programs.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Penny Nelk by supporting students who are pursuing careers in nursing.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Katherine Sherrod by supporting students who are committed to social justice and uplifting the humanity of all.

This scholarship aims to uplift young Black men who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to their communities.

This scholarship will support students who have been affected by heart disease, either personally or through a family member.

This scholarship aims to uplift minority students who are pursuing science, technology, engineering, art, or math (STEAM) and who embody Anthony’s values.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Christopher T. Muschalek by supporting students in Texas who share his passions.