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

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  1. Glenn Ehlers Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    EHLERS FAMILY
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Glenn Ehlers by supporting students who are preparing to finish high school and begin their collegiate studies.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • State: Texas
    • School: Montgomery High School, Lake Creek High School or Conroe High School
    $7,500
    Deadline:Apr 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  2. Samuel D. Hartley Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Hartley Family
    The Samuel D. Hartley Memorial Scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to students passionate about golf and striving to achieve their dreams in their chosen field as a tribute to the late Samuel D. Hartley.
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate or gradaute
    • Sport: Golf
    $775
    Only 24 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  3. José Ventura and Margarita Melendez Mexican-American Scholarship Fund

    Funded by
    Borders Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of José Melendez by supporting students who are currently pursuing or looking to begin an undergraduate degree.
    • Education Level: High school graduate currently pursuing or looking to begin an undergraduate degree
    • Identity: Mexican or Mexican-American
    • Background: First-generation college student
    • Experience: Work or significant volunteer experience
    $3,225
    Deadline:Dec 01, 2025
    One Click Apply
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  4. Skybrook Men's Golf Association Scholarship

    Funded by
    Skybrook Golf MGA
    This scholarship seeks to support student golfers who need financial assistance to further their educational goals.
    • State: North Carolina
    • Sport: Golf
    • Education Level: High school student
    • Background: Financial need
    $2,200
    Deadline:Apr 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  5. William A. Lewis Scholarship

    Funded by
    Edwards_Lewis Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of William A. Lewis by supporting underrepresented students interested in pursuing careers in mathematics or other STEM fields.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • School Type: Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
    • Race: BIPOC
    • Field of Study: STEM
    $4,000
    Deadline:Nov 30, 2025
    One Click Apply
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  6. Christian E. Vines Scholarship

    Funded by
    Annette Vines
    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.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Race: Black/African American
    • State: Massachusetts
    $1,266
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  7. Mark A. Jefferson Teaching Scholarship

    Funded by
    mark jefferson
    This scholarship will support one extremely ambitious African-American in their studies to become an educator for the future.
    • Ethnicity: Black
    • Gender: Male
    • GPA: 2.8 or higher
    $2,130
    Deadline:Jan 14, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  8. S.O.P.H.I.E Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sophie's Mart LLC
    This 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
    $1,790
    Deadline:Apr 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  9. Dr. Hassan Homami Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Nadereh Homami
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Hassan Homami by supporting first-generation immigrants who are pursuing their academic dreams.
    • Field of Study: Engineering
    • Education Level: Graduate student
    $3,000
    Deadline:Dec 16, 2025
    One Click Apply
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  10. Servela Theodore Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Theodore Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Servela Theodore by supporting students who are pursuing careers in human services.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Gender: Female
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    • Desired Career Field: Human services
    • Background: Caribbean-descent
    $900
    Only 10 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  11. Purple Dream Scholarship

    Funded by
    Brianna Pearyer
    This scholarship aims to empower single mothers who are determined to pursue or complete their college education, regardless of the hurdles they face.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Background: First-generation college student
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    • Background: Single mother
    $1,055
    Deadline:Dec 21, 2025
    One Click Apply
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  12. Doan Foundation Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Doan 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
    $1,500
    Deadline:Mar 01, 2026
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  13. Kristen McCartney Perseverance Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kristen’s Krew
    This 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
    $4,384
    Deadline:May 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  14. Carolle Fish (Isabelle) Scholarship

    Funded by
    Chris F Fish
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Carolle Fish (Isabelle) by supporting students who are following in her footsteps and pursuing careers in education.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • State: Vermont
    • Field of Study: Teaching
    $1,100
    Only 3 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  15. Dashanna K. McNeil Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dashanna K McNeil Memorial Scholarship
    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.
    • 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
    $655
    Deadline:Jul 13, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  16. Lou Marchello Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Marchello
    This 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
    $2,000
    Deadline:Mar 16, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  17. CW4 Savidge Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jennifer Rucker
    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.
    • 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
    $755
    Deadline:Apr 05, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  18. Velazquez Social Sciences Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jorge Velazquez
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are on a mission to achieve their full potential and make the world a better place through social services.
    • Background: First-generation college student
    • Heritage: At least one parent of Puerto Rican descent
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Field of Study: Social work, psychology, sociology, political science, international relations, or criminal justice
    $1,100
    Only 5 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  19. Barbara A. Walker Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Family and Friends of Barbara A. Walker
    This 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
    $1,055
    Deadline:Mar 17, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  20. No Limits Athletic Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kai Wayman
    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.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Background: Has a disability and/or special needs
    • Involvement: Participates in sports
    • Location: East Coast (ME, NH, MA, RI, CT, NY, NJ, DE, MD, VA, NC, SC, GA, FL, VT, PA, WV, DC)
    $1,000
    Deadline:Dec 23, 2025
    One Click Apply
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  21. Dr. Tujuana Hunter Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Darius Provost-Evans
    This 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)
    $1,000
    Deadline:Apr 19, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  22. Joe Massaro Achievement Scholarship

    Funded by
    Emily Tsai
    This 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
    $1,020
    Deadline:Mar 23, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  23. Cade Reddington Be the Light Scholarship

    Funded by
    Cade Reddington Memorial Fund
    This scholarship seeks to honor Cade Reddington’s legacy by supporting students who have been affected by substance use, addiction, or mental health struggles.
    • State: Wisconsin
    • Background: Has been affected by substance use, addiction, or mental health struggles
    • Education Level: High school senior, college freshman
    $2,000
    Deadline:Oct 22, 2025
    One Click Apply
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  24. Cybersecurity for Your Community Scholarship

    Funded by
    David Dominguez
    This scholarship seeks to make college more affordable by supporting students who are pursuing higher education.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Background: From an underrepresented group (BIPOC, first-generation college student, woman, LGBTQ+, disabled)
    • Interest: Cybersecurity
    $500
    Only 2 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  25. Patrick Roberts Scholarship for Aspiring Criminal Justice Professionals

    Funded by
    Patrick Roberts
    This scholarship seeks to encourage and empower students to uphold the rule of law, advocate for the underrepresented, and contribute fiercely to the betterment of society through criminal justice.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Career related to law or criminal justice (law enforcement, pre-law, paralegal, etc. as long as the focus is on criminal justice)
    $5,000
    Only 2 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  26. Augustin Gonzalez Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Michael Diorato
    This scholarship seeks to support students who plan to pursue higher education in order to become police officers.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Field of Study: Law enforcement
    $500
    Only 3 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  27. Monti E. Hall Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Miniup Public Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Corp
    This scholarship is rooted in Monti E. Hall’s spirit, aiming to support veterans who are returning to school and pursuing their own educational journey.
    • Education Level: Current or prospective undergraduate or graduate student
    • Background: U.S. military veteran
    $1,000
    Only 5 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  28. Champions Of A New Path Scholarship

    Funded by
    Better Start Movement
    This scholarship seeks to support bright and talented students so they can afford to pursue college and continue on the path towards their goals.
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    $500
    Only 6 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  29. You Deserve It Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Art of Scholarships
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are pursuing higher education so they can afford the expenses they’ll encounter.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • State: New York
    • Background: Low-income and/or first-generation to go to college
    $1,000
    Only 6 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  30. Dr. Howard Hochman Zoological Scholarship

    Funded by
    DiCicco/Hochman
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Dr. Howard Hochman by supporting students who share his passion for animals.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Zoology or veterinary sciences
    $1,000
    Only 8 days left!
    One Click Apply
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