[Page 3] Top Essay Scholarships to Apply for in February 2026

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

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Lamar J. Young by empowering students at his school as they prepare to graduate and attend college.

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

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.

This 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.

This scholarship seeks to honor the hard work of occupational therapy students, reflected by their academics and volunteerism, and to support them in their final months of school.

The Emma Jane Hastie Scholarship aims to support an undergraduate junior or senior with a devotion to serving those around them.

This scholarship supports female-identifying students from North Carolina who are the first-generation college students and pursuing a degree in STEM.

This scholarship seeks to honor Khai Perry's spirit, life, and memory by embracing the qualities he exhibited the most while he was here and paying it forward to support those in need.

This scholarship aims to honor the impact of Joanne Pransky by supporting women in robotics throughout their education.

This scholarship aims to support BIPOC students who are pursuing higher education so they can overcome the barriers they face and be an inspiration to those who follow them.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Jase Davidsaver by supporting male students pursuing nursing education.

This scholarship seeks to support young women who are passionate about wrestling and have been impacted by their participation in it.

This scholarship seeks to support students who have been affected by mast cell diseases so they can overcome the difficulties they face and achieve their dreams.

This scholarship aims to support students in Alabama who are pursuing careers as first responders or as nurses.

This scholarship aims to foster an environment of understanding, empathy, and support by supporting the next generation of mental health advocates.

This scholarship aims to reward deserving business students and assist them in funding their educational goals.

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.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Ron V. Howell Sr. by supporting students who share his passion for ironworking.

This scholarship aims to support exceptional student-athletes who have overcome obstacles in life to continue working towards their goals.

This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Ryan H. Stripling by supporting students who are pursuing higher education in writing.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Jean Gwyn by supporting current oncology nurses.

This 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.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Darran Cherep by supporting students who are following in his footsteps and pursuing careers in law enforcement.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Joseph A. Venuti by supporting aspiring marine science students so they can cover their educational expenses.

This 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!

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Donovan Harpster by supporting students who share his dream of teaching high schoolers.

This 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.

This scholarship seeks to support high school students in Texas who have generous spirits.

This scholarship seeks to support students who are employees or family members of employees of ProGuard Security Services.