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Jackanow 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 Apply61Barbara 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 Apply62Dr. 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 Apply63Joe 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 Apply64Joe D. Martin, Jr. North Star Scholarship
Funded byJoe Martin, Jr.This scholarship supports Black students from North Nashville’s 37208 area in pursuing higher education at local HBCUs. Inspired by Joe’s resilience and lifelong belief in opportunity, this scholarship helps bridge the gap between potential and access for those facing financial and systemic barriers.- Race: Black
- Location: Northern Nashville area (32708 zip code preferred)
- Education Level: High school senior, high school graduate enrolling in college, or current undergraduate student who is planning to attend or is currently attending at Fisk University, Meharry Medical College, Tennessee State University, or American Baptist College
$750Only 19 days left!One Click Apply65Eric 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
$800Deadline:Apr 30, 2026One Click Apply66JobTest Career Coach Scholarship for Law Students
Funded byRealign, Inc.This scholarship aims to support law students who are driven to pursue their passion for justice and advocacy, empowering them to explore their legal career aspirations and make informed decisions about their future in the legal field.- Citizenship Status: U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident
- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
$1,000Only 2 days left!One Click Apply67ADHDAdvisor Scholarship for Health Students
Funded byADHDAdvisor.orgThis scholarship aims to foster an environment of understanding, empathy, and support by supporting the next generation of mental health advocates.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Background: Committed to helping others through emotional and mental health support
$1,000Only 2 days left!One Click Apply68Built for Business Scholarship
Funded byMatthew BakerThis scholarship aims to reward deserving business students and assist them in funding their educational goals.- Education Level: Undergraduate freshman
- Field of Study: Business
$500Only 2 days left!One Click Apply69Ironworkers Scholarship in Memory of Ron V. Howell Sr.
Funded byHowell FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Ron V. Howell Sr. by supporting students who share his passion for ironworking.- Education Level: High school senior or trade school student
- Field of Study: Ironwork
$500Only 3 days left!One Click Apply70Ryan Stripling “Words Create Worlds” Scholarship for Young Writers
Funded byCREATIVE. INSPIRED. HAPPYThis scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Ryan H. Stripling by supporting students who are pursuing higher education in writing.- Education Level: High school senior
- Interest: Writing
$2,500Only 4 days left!One Click Apply71Frederick J. Salone Memorial Basketball Scholarship
Funded bySaloneThis scholarship aims to support exceptional student-athletes who have overcome obstacles in life to continue working towards their goals.- Education Level: High school senior
- Background: Plays basketball
$750Only 4 days left!One Click Apply72Jean Gwyn Memorial Student Loan Repayment Scholarship for Oncology Nurses
Funded byThe family of Jean GwynThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Jean Gwyn by supporting current oncology nurses.- Field of Study: Oncology nursing
- Background: Student debt
- Education Level: Graduated student
$2,275Only 4 days left!One Click Apply73FIAH Scholarship
Funded byDaleth EstradaThis scholarship aims to make college more accessible by supporting students who want to further their education in order to make the world a better place.- GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
- Background: Involved in sports, arts, or community service during high school
- Location: Texas
- Education Level: High school senior or current undergraduate student
$2,000Only 6 days left!74Darran Cherep Remembrance Scholarship
Funded byMelinda Demeo-CherepThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Darran Cherep by supporting students who are following in his footsteps and pursuing careers in law enforcement.- Education Level: High school student
- Field of Study: Pursuing a career as a police officer or law enforcement officer
$500Only 6 days left!One Click Apply75Joseph A. Venuti Marine Science & Conservation Scholarship
Funded byBoston Reefers SocietyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Joseph A. Venuti by supporting aspiring marine science students so they can cover their educational expenses.- Field of Study: Majoring in marine science with a focus on the conservation of reef environments
$5,000Only 8 days left!One Click Apply76Ismat's Scholarship for Empowering Muslim Women
Funded byTariq Aslam and FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Ismat by keeping her dreams alive and empowering Muslim women to not give up on their educational journeys and to do their part to make this world a better place!- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Gender: Female-identifying
- Religion: Muslim
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Background: Financial need
- States: TX, FL, GA, AL, NC, DE, IL, NV, PA, VA, DC, OH, CA, MS, MD, NJ, NY
$2,000Only 8 days left!One Click Apply77Donovan Harpster “Called to Teach” Scholarship
Funded byHarpster FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Donovan Harpster by supporting students who share his dream of teaching high schoolers.- Field of Study: Education
- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Background: First-generation college student
$1,000Only 10 days left!One Click Apply78Scarlet Croft Memorial Scholarship
Funded byCroft FamilyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Scarlet Croft by supporting students who are preparing to graduate from high school and pursue their college goals.- Location: Calhoun County, Alabama
- Education Level: High school senior
- GPA: At least 3.0
$2,140Only 11 days left!One Click Apply79Allison Thomas Swanberg Memorial Scholarship
Funded bySwanbergThis scholarship aims to continue Allison Thomas Swanberg’s legacy of helping students achieve their educational goals.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- State: Colorado
- Background: Community service and/or volunteering experience
$1,500Only 12 days left!One Click Apply80ProGuard Security Services Scholarship
Funded byProGuard Security ServicesThis scholarship seeks to support students who are employees or family members of employees of ProGuard Security Services.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Career : Security Services
$2,500Only 12 days left!One Click Apply81Summer Chester Memorial Scholarship
Funded byKeishanae WilliamsThis scholarship seeks to support high school students in Texas who have generous spirits.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: TX
$2,500Only 12 days left!One Click Apply82GKD Advancement in STEM Scholarship
Funded byParis Family FoundationThis scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about pursuing education in STEM and making an impact through their work.- Education Level: High school senior
- Race: Black or African American
- Field of Study: STEM
- Location: Texas
$1,000Only 12 days left!83Brayden Blankley Memorial Scholarship
Funded byBrad BlankleyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Brayden Blankley by supporting students who are attending trade school.- Education Level: High school student
- Education Plan: Will attend a trade school
- State: Pennsylvania or Florida
$2,000Only 13 days left!One Click Apply84Travis Ely Collegiate Angler Memorial Scholarship
Funded byCarecoTV LLCThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Travis Ely by supporting students who share his passion for angling as they pursue higher education.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Background: Angler (fishing, bass fishing, etc.)
$1,500Only 14 days left!One Click Apply85Audra Dominguez "Be Brave" Scholarship
Funded byCindy DominguezThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Audra Dominguez by supporting students who face adversity with bravery and strength.- Education Level: Two or four-year undergraduate student
- Gender: Female
$1,000Only 14 days left!One Click Apply86Joieful Connections Scholarship
Funded byJoieful ConnectionsThis scholarship seeks to support students with developmental or intellectual disabilities so they can pursue higher education.- Background: Developmental and/or intellectual disability
- Education Level: High school senior
$25,000Only 14 days left!One Click Apply87Keri Sohlman Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMatthew MingleThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Keri Sohlman by supporting students in New Jersey who are passionate about mental health and/or education.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: New Jersey
- Field of Study: Mental health or education
$1,500Only 14 days left!One Click Apply88Priscilla Shireen Luke Scholarship
Funded byMary AtluriThis scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Priscilla Shireen by supporting students who share her devotion to service.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Background: Non-profit or volunteering experience
$1,000Only 15 days left!One Click Apply89Ethan To Scholarship
Funded byJustin To & Ann TranThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Ethan To by raising awareness of mental health struggles and supporting students as they pursue their goals.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Financial Status: Low-income
- Field of Study: Psychology and/or counseling
- GPA: Undergraduate 3.5 or Graduate 3.2
$2,000Only 15 days left!One Click Apply90