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[Page 3] Top Essay Scholarships to Apply for in December 2025

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  1. Dickinson L. Howell Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Christopher Howell
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Dickinson L. Howell by supporting students who are pursuing STEM.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • College Name: University of New Hampshire
    • Field of Study: STEM
    $500
    Only 9 days left!
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  2. The F.O.O. Scholarship

    Funded by
    Faith Seawell
    This scholarship aims to foster equity and opportunity, transforming lives and communities to create a brighter, more inclusive future for generations to come.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Financial Status: Low-income student
    • Background: BIPOC, first-generation college student, Pell Grant recipient, or international visa holder
    $500
    Only 9 days left!
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  3. Safak Paker-Leggs Science Education Scholarship

    Funded by
    Mitchell Leggs
    This scholarship aims to continue Safak’s legacy by supporting women who are pursuing degrees in science-based fields.
    • Education Level: Ph.D. candidate
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Field of Study: Pharmaceutical science or health science
    $2,500
    Only 9 days left!
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  4. John Dowling Odom Welding Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lisa Vaughan
    This scholarship will support a student who is pursuing a career in welding.
    • GPA: 2.5 or higher
    • Type of Trade: Welding
    • School Type: Trade school
    $1,000
    Only 9 days left!
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  5. Courtney R. Smith Trades Scholarship

    Funded by
    Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy LCSW PLLC
    This scholarship seeks to support underrepresented young men who are pursuing careers in the trades.
    • Gender: Male-identifying
    • Identity: Underrepresented minority
    • Field of Study: Trades
    • Education Level: Trade school student
    $500
    Only 10 days left!
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  6. Delories Thompson Scholarship

    Funded by
    Marcus Thomas
    This scholarship aims to support African American students who are pursuing higher education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Race: Black/African American
    • Institution Type: HBCU
    $1,000
    Only 10 days left!
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  7. Promising Pathways-Single Parent Scholarship

    Funded by
    Seamone Family
    This scholarship aims to support single parents who are pursuing higher education while raising children.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    • Background: Single parent
    $2,000
    Only 13 days left!
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  8. Therapist Impact Fund: NextGen Scholarship

    Funded by
    BetterHelp
    This scholarship seeks to support students from underrepresented backgrounds who are studying to become therapists.
    • Identity: Underrepresented communities (BIPOC, LGBTQ+, etc.)
    • Field of Study: Psychology, Therapist Licensure (Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Professional Counselor, or Psychologist), or Related Field
    • GPA: 3.3 GPA or higher
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    $100,000
    Only 13 days left!
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  9. Therapist Impact Fund: Legacy Loan Relief

    Funded by
    BetterHelp
    This grant seeks to support therapists on the BetterHelp platform so they can continue their important work.
    • Location: U.S. Based
    • Financial Need: Student Loan Debt
    • Work: Licensed BetterHelp Therapist (has worked with BetterHelp for at least one year)
    $100,000
    Only 13 days left!
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  10. Fieldwork Support Scholarship

    Funded by
    Triston Batchelor
    This scholarship aims to make college more accessible for students with limited support systems or other struggles in life.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate senior
    • School Name: Panola College
    • State: Texas
    • Field of Study: Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
    $1,500
    Only 13 days left!
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  11. RonranGlee Literary Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ronne Gleason
    This scholarship aims to support students who are pursuing higher education and making the most of their time through close reading.
    • Education Level: High school senior or two or four-year undergraduate student
    $10,000
    Only 13 days left!
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  12. Dr. William and Jo Sherwood Family Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sherwood
    This scholarship aims to advance the social, political, and economic well-being of students pursuing higher education.
    • State: Michigan
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    $1,000
    Only 14 days left!
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  13. Bre Hoy Memorial Softball Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rachel Vogt Vogt
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Bre Hoy by supporting students who share her love and talent for softball.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Sport: Softball
    • GPA: 3.2 or higher
    $2,000
    Only 14 days left!
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  14. In This Lifetime Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rashmi Naik
    This scholarship aims to inspire young students to embrace their creativity, pursue their goals, and choose a path that truly aligns with who they are.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • State: New Jersey
    • GPA: 3.7 GPA or higher
    • Background: Has a creative art portfolio
    $1,000
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  15. Dr. Shuqiao Yao Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Shuqiao Excellence Award
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Dr. Shuqiao by supporting students who are pursuing their ambitions in psychology and psychiatry.
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Field of Study: Psychology or psychiatry
    • Background: Asian
    • Education Level: Graduate student
    $2,000
    Only 14 days left!
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  16. American Dream Scholarship for Nurses

    Funded by
    FVI School of Nursing and Technology
    The American Dream Scholarship for Nurses aims to support students at FVI in their pursuit of higher education. This scholarship provides vital financial assistance to help these students achieve their academic and career aspirations in their professional fields.
    • Current School: FVI School of Nursing and Technology
    • State: Florida
    • Field of Study: Healthcare
    $3,000
    Only 14 days left!
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  17. Penny Nelk Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    Nelk Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Penny Nelk by supporting students who are pursuing careers in nursing.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Nursing
    $500
    Only 15 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  18. Ronald Whitmore Jr. Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ronald Whitmore, Jr.
    This scholarship aims to uplift young Black men who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to their communities.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Race: African American
    • Gender: Male-identifying
    • College Plans: HBCU
    • GPA: 3.5 and above
    $500
    Only 16 days left!
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  19. John Nathan Lee Foundation Heart Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kristy Flippins Bartlett
    This scholarship will support students who have been affected by heart disease, either personally or through a family member.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate
    • Background: Affected by heart disease (either personally or through a family member)
    $500
    Only 16 days left!
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  20. Anthony Belliamy Memorial Scholarship for Students in STEAM

    Funded by
    Patricia Belliamy
    This scholarship aims to uplift minority students who are pursuing science, technology, engineering, art, or math (STEAM) and who embody Anthony’s values.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate, trade, or vocational student
    • Background: Volunteering and leadership experience
    • Identification: Minority
    • Field of Study: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math (STEAM)
    $2,250
    Only 17 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  21. Christopher T. Muschalek Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Muschalek Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Christopher T. Muschalek by supporting students in Texas who share his passions.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • State: Texas
    • Field of Study: History or architecture
    $1,000
    Only 22 days left!
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  22. Scholarship for Nurses with Chutzpah

    Funded by
    The Polsky Family Trust
    This scholarship aims to support students who are bravely pursuing their academic and professional dreams in the field of nursing.
    • Education Level: Four-year undergraduate student or graduate student
    • Religion: Jewish
    • Field of Study: Nursing (RN, APRN, MSN, or DNP)
    $25,000
    Only 22 days left!
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  23. Lotus Scholarship

    Funded by
    Fiona Chen
    This scholarship will support BIPOC students who are from low-income backgrounds or have been raised in single-parent households.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate
    • Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
    • Background: Low-income or raised by a single parent
    $500
    Only 24 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  24. Sharon L. Smartt Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Debrah Smartt Henry
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Sharon L. Smartt by supporting students who are pursuing the humanities.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • State: California, Oregon, or Washington
    • Field of Study: Humanities (English, history, etc.)
    • Background: FGLI (first-generation, low-income)
    $500
    Only 24 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  25. Maggie's Way- International Woman’s Scholarship

    Funded by
    David Gaskill
    This scholarship aims to honor Maggie’s life by supporting female students who have moved to the U.S. for their education.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Gender: Female
    • Background: International student in the U.S.
    $5,000
    Only 25 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  26. 400 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship will be awarded to the student whose Bold.org profile is the most bold, and who has earned at least 400 Bold Points.
    All students are eligible
    $4,000
    Only 25 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  27. 100 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship will be awarded to the student whose Bold.org profile is the most bold, and who has earned at least 100 Bold Points.
    All students are eligible
    $1,000
    Only 25 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  28. 1000 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship will be awarded to the student whose Bold.org profile is the most bold, and who has earned at least 1000 Bold Points.
    All students are eligible
    $10,000
    Only 25 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  29. Marcia Bick Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bick Charitable Foundation
    This scholarship aims to support students who are preparing to graduate from high school and pursue higher education.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Background: Financial Need
    $30,000
    Only 25 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  30. 500 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship will be awarded to the student whose Bold.org profile is the most bold, and who has earned at least 500 Bold Points.
    All students are eligible
    $5,000
    Only 25 days left!
    One Click Apply
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