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Fire and EMS Academy Scholarship
Funded byMatt LintonThis scholarship aims to honor and encourage people who dream of entering fire or EMS professions but need help paying for the schooling they need to get there.- Education Level: High school graduate
- Age: 18+ years old
- Financial Status: Low-income
- Field of Study: Fire or EMS
$1,000Deadline:Jun 30, 2026One Click Apply31Christian E. Vines Scholarship
Funded byAnnette VinesThis 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.- Education Level: High school senior
- Race: Black/African American
- State: Massachusetts
$1,658Deadline:Mar 01, 2026One Click Apply32Gene C McCombs Memorial Scholarship
Funded byGene C McCombs FoundationThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Gene C McCombs by supporting students who are passionate about speech, debate, or theater.- Involvement: Speech, drama, or theatrical arts
- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Utah
- School Type: Public high school
$2,000Deadline:Apr 14, 2026One Click Apply33Blackwood Memorial Scholarship For Nursing
Funded byAnonymousThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Evelyn Blackwood by supporting students who share her calling to serve others through nursing.- State: Washington or Idaho
- Education Level: Enrolled in the School of Nursing of a four-year Bachelor’s Program
$20,000Only 26 days left!One Click Apply34Boddu Football Scholarship
Funded byBoddu/NekkantiThis scholarship will support a high school senior who plays football.- Sport : Football
- States: MI or VA
- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate
$1,000Deadline:Feb 19, 2026One Click Apply35Michael Pride, Jr/ProjectEX Memorial Scholarship
Funded byKacie Allen-PrideThis scholarship aims to support underserved students so they can overcome the obstacles they face and achieve their educational goals.- Field of Study: Social work, behavioral science, human services, or substance abuse counseling
- Gender: Male
- Race: Black
- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
$1,300Deadline:Feb 12, 2026One Click Apply36S.O.P.H.I.E Scholarship
Funded bySophie's Mart LLCThis scholarship seeks to support students who are dedicated to serving others and making their communities better one day at a time.- Education Level: High school senior
- Background: Community service experience
- State: South Carolina or Georgia
$1,790Deadline:Apr 30, 2026One Click Apply37Heart of Service Scholarship – In Memory of Officer Katelyn Tully
Funded byConor ClarkThis scholarship seeks to honor the incredible career and life of Katelyn Tully by supporting students who share her commitment to helping others.- Education Level: High school senior
- Location: Merrimack Valley of Massachusetts
- Background: Volunteering experience
$3,000Deadline:Apr 15, 2026One Click Apply38Doan Foundation Arts Scholarship
Funded byDoan Incorporated (Doan Foundation)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.- Education Level: High school senior
- GPA: 2.5 or higher
- State: California
- Financial Status: Low-income
- Field of Study: Arts
$1,500Deadline:Mar 01, 202639Kristen McCartney Perseverance Scholarship
Funded byKristen’s KrewThis scholarship will support North Carolina female students who demonstrate perseverance and are passionate about their community.- Education Level: High school junior or senior
- State: North Carolina
- Gender: Female
- GPA: 3.5 or higher
- Experience: Volunteer or non-profit work
$4,384Deadline:May 15, 2026One Click Apply40Andrew Lopez Anesthesia Scholarship
Funded byChristian KamiyaThis 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.- Field of Study: Nurse anesthesia
- Education Level: Doctoral student (currently enrolled or have been accepted)
$1,000Deadline:Apr 15, 2026One Click Apply41Josephine's Light Nursing Memorial Scholarship
Funded byFriends and love ones of the St. John familyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Josephine St John by supporting students who share her dedication to nursing and giving back.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
- State: Attending school in Rhode Island
- Field of Study: Nursing
- GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
$4,100Deadline:Apr 05, 2026One Click Apply42Dashanna K. McNeil Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDashanna K McNeil Memorial ScholarshipTo honor the life of Dashanna K. McNeil, this scholarship to encourage those who share her commitment to healing to continue in their Nursing studies.- Education Level: High School, Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's
- Career of interest: Nursing or a related field
- Location: Planning to attend an accredited nursing institution
$655Deadline:Jul 13, 2026One Click Apply43Bettie Lott and Vera Times Public Health Scholarship
Funded byThe Bettie Lott and Vera Times FoundationThis scholarship seeks to honor the memories of Bettie Lott and Vera Times by supporting students who are committed to advancing public health.- Education Level: High school senior
- School Location: Clayton County, Georgia
- Field of Study: Public health or a related field (epidemiology, medicine, research, nursing, etc.)
$10,000Deadline:Mar 14, 2026One Click Apply44Lou Marchello Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMarchelloThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Lou Marchello by supporting students in his town as they prepare to attend college.- Education Level: High school senior
- School Name: Polson High School
- State: Montana
- College Plans: Will attend a two or four-year college
$2,000Deadline:Mar 16, 2026One Click Apply45W. M. Batson Inclusive Scholarship
Funded byBatson FamilyThis 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.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Minnesota
- Background: Strong character, volunteerism, and promotion of inclusivity
- Experience: Athlete
$3,000Deadline:Mar 30, 2026One Click Apply46CW4 Savidge Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJennifer RuckerThis scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of CW4 Savidge by shining a light on mental health challenges among active-duty service members and veterans.- Education Level: Undergraduate freshman or sophomore
- Field of Study: Mental health, social work, counseling, or a related field
- Background: ROTC or the armed forces
- GPA: 2.5 GPA or higher
$755Deadline:Apr 05, 2026One Click Apply47Katherine Vogan Springer Memorial Scholarship
Funded bySean SpringerThis scholarship seeks to support students who participate in Christian forensics organizations in honor of Kathy Springer’s legacy.- Religion: Christian
- Education Level: High school senior
- Background: Experience with speech or debate and forensics
$2,100Deadline:May 20, 2026One Click Apply48Jackanow Suicide Awareness Scholarship
Funded byMax JackanowThis scholarship aims to support students who have lost someone to ease the burden of continuing college after the loss.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Background: Has lost a loved one to suicide
- School: University of Arizona, Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, or Grand Canyon University
$2,050Deadline:Jun 30, 2026One Click Apply49Barbara A. Walker Memorial Scholarship
Funded byFamily and Friends of Barbara A. WalkerThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Barbara A. Walker by supporting students who wish to pursue higher education.- Education Level: High school senior
- School Name: Amanda Elzy High School
- State: Mississippi
- GPA: 2.5 GPA or higher
- ACT Score: 18 or higher
$1,055Deadline:Mar 17, 2026One Click Apply50Dr. Tujuana Hunter Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDarius Provost-EvansThis scholarship aims to honor Dr. Tujuana Hunter’s legacy by supporting students from East Houston-area school districts.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Texas
- Location: East Houston area school districts (Channelview ISD, Galena Park ISD, Sheldon ISD)
$1,500Deadline:Apr 19, 2026One Click Apply51Lamar J. Young Memorial Scholarship
Funded byYoungThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Lamar J. Young by empowering students at his school as they prepare to graduate and attend college.- Education Level: High school senior
- School Name: Midtown High School
- State: Georgia
- GPA: 2.75 GPA or higher
$1,100Only 23 days left!One Click Apply52Joe Massaro Achievement Scholarship
Funded byEmily TsaiThis scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Joe Massaro by uplifting students who participate in music programs.- State: California
- GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
- Experience: Member of the band, color guard, or orchestra
- School: Arroyo High School
- Education Level: High school senior or recent graduate
$1,020Deadline:Mar 23, 2026One Click Apply53Eric Nelams Legacy Scholarship
Funded byNelams FamilyThis scholarship aims to honor the life, generosity, and enduring legacy of Eric B. Nelams by supporting students from his alma mater as they graduate and pursue higher education.- Education Level: High school senior
- School Name: George Washington Carver High School
- School Location: Columbus, Georgia
$700Deadline:Apr 30, 2026One Click Apply54Hector L. Villarreal Memorial Scholarship
Funded bySallie SmithThis scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Hector L. Villarreal by supporting students who share his passion for the aviation industry.- Education Level: High school senior, high school graduate, trade school student, or undergraduate student
- Field of Study: Aviation Industry
$1,000Deadline:Jan 09, 2026One Click Apply55Ricardo Cortez Legacy of Achievement Scholarship
Funded byMadridThis scholarship seeks to empower fathers who are paying child support by providing financial support to help alleviate the burden of college expenses.- Background: Single father
- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- School Name: University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) or University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)
$500Deadline:Jan 09, 2026One Click Apply56Dr. Steve Aldana Memorial Scholarship
Funded byWellSteps, LLC.This scholarship is a tribute to Steve Aldana’s immeasurable impact by supporting students who are following in his footsteps.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Field of Study: Wellness, employee wellness, or public health
$500Only 2 days left!One Click Apply57Rev. and Mrs. E B Dunbar Scholarship
Funded byDonald DunbarThis scholarship will support a minority student.- Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
- State: Kentucky or California
$1,000Only 5 days left!One Click Apply58Barreir Opportunity Scholarship
Funded byFelipe BarreirosThis scholarship aims to alleviate the financial barriers that often prevent talented students from accessing higher education opportunities.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or trade school student
- Ethnicity: Hispanic
- Background: From a single-family, low-income household
$1,000Only 6 days left!One Click Apply59Well-Rounded Student Scholarship
Funded byKevin KozlenThis scholarship seeks to support students who have studied foreign languages and gotten involved in school activities.- Education Level: Four-year undergraduate student
- State: Illinois
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Background: Involved in activities and has studied foreign language
$500Only 6 days left!One Click Apply60