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[Page 3] The 210 Best Essay Scholarships in May 2026

Updated: May 18, 2026

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Writing scholarship essays shouldn’t feel like homework. Bold.org essay scholarships reward authenticity and creativity. Here, we rank top options by award amount, deadline, and eligibility so you can apply with confidence.

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  1. Clayton James Miller Scholarship

    Funded by
    Miller Family
    This scholarship seeks to recognize students who demonstrate meaningful extracurricular involvement, leadership, and social responsibility.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    May 22, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    61

  2. Abigail O. Adewunmi Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Abby's Corner
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Abigail O. Adewunmi by supporting students who are preparing to attend college.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    May 22, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    62

  3. Honorable Shawn Long Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    United Disabilities Services Foundation
    This scholarship will honor Shawn Long by supporting a high school senior in Pennsylvania.
    Amount
    $20,000
    Deadline:
    May 22, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    63

  4. Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dental Hygiene Basics
    This scholarship seeks to support the next generation of dental hygienists by making college more affordable.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 22, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    64

  5. Minority Single Mother Scholarship

    Funded by
    Peggy Meyerhoff Pearlstone Foundation
    This scholarship aims to support deserving single mothers who struggle to afford to pursue their dreams without financial help.
    Amount
    $7,500
    Deadline:
    May 23, 20261 day left!
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    65

  6. William Smith Scholarship

    Funded by
    Smith Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of William Smith by supporting students who are passionate about music.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    May 23, 20261 day left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    66

  7. Lewis Rural Opportunity Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lewis Family
    This scholarship aims to help reduce financial barriers and provide students with the opportunity to build skills that can create long-term success for themselves and a positive impact in their rural communities.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 24, 20262 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    67

  8. MSGT & DET Bridgette Rochelle Horn Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Pam Younger
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Bridgette Rochelle Horn by supporting students who share her calling to help others.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 24, 20262 days left!
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    68

  9. Minority Women in STEM

    Funded by
    martha bode
    This scholarship seeks to support and encourage female and minority students to pursue STEM majors in college or tech schools so that they can focus on their studies rather than worrying about the costs of attendance.
    Amount
    $10,000
    Deadline:
    May 25, 20263 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    69

  10. Ojeda Multi-County Youth Scholarship

    Funded by
    Geanette Rodriguez-Ojeda
    The Ojeda Multi-County Youth Scholarship will be awarded to two deserving inner-city high school students to help pay for tuition and books.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    May 25, 20263 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    70

  11. Gloria Rickett Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rickett
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Gloria Rickett by supporting students who are preparing to begin college.
    Amount
    $15,000
    Deadline:
    May 26, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    71

  12. Dulce Vida First Generation Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Dulce Vida
    This scholarship seeks to support first-generation students so they can continue to go after their dreams despite their financial limitations.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 26, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    72

  13. Strong Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship

    Funded by
    Leaders Scholarships
    This scholarship aims to support students with special needs who are pursuing their dreams of higher education so they can achieve all of their goals for the future.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 26, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    73

  14. Lando Young Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Allen Watts
    This scholarship aims to honor the life and legacy of Lando Young by supporting students who are from Jefferson High School in Texas.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    May 26, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    74

  15. Women in Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    David M. Gabrielsen Foundation
    This scholarship aims to support women who are passionate about pursuing careers in nursing and making an impact on their patients.
    Amount
    $10,000
    Deadline:
    May 27, 20265 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    75

  16. Forever90 Scholarship

    Funded by
    Mary and House of Love, Inc.
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Mrs. Marion Makins by supporting students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership in their communities or churches, and a passion for service.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 27, 20265 days left!
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    76

  17. Betty Joe Conner Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    James Conner
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Betty Joe Conner by supporting students who are pursuing higher education.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    May 27, 20265 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    77

  18. Harry B. Anderson Scholarship

    Funded by
    David M. Gabrielsen Foundation
    This scholarship aims to honor the incredible life of Harry B. Anderson by supporting students who are pursuing careers in STEM.
    Amount
    $20,000
    Deadline:
    May 27, 20265 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    78

  19. Tawkify Meaningful Connections Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tawkify, Inc.
    This scholarship seeks to support the next generation of leaders who understand and champion human connection as they pursue higher education.
    Amount
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    May 28, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    79

  20. Leo J. Landry Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tom Landry
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Leo J. Landry by supporting students who wish to dedicate their lives to service in order to make a difference in the world.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 28, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    80

  21. Bob Bartnett Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bartnett Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Bob Bartnett by supporting students who share his passion for selfless service.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    May 28, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    81

  22. Dental Hygiene Basics Bachelor's Completion Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dental Hygiene Basics
    This scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers while uplifting motivated professionals who are committed to growth, service, and leadership.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 28, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    82

  23. Special Needs Advocacy Inc. Teresa Politano Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Special Needs Advocacy Incorporated
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Teresa Politano by supporting students as they pursue their dreams in journalism.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    May 28, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    83

  24. Special Needs Advocacy Inc. Kathleen Lehman Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Special Needs Advocacy Incorporated
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Kathleen Lehman by supporting students who are hoping to make a difference in the special needs community.
    Amount
    $3,500
    Deadline:
    May 28, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    84

  25. Scott A. Ross Memorial Automotive Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ross
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Scott A. Ross by supporting the next generation of automobile technicians.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 28, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    85

  26. Deborah Stevens Pediatric Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    Deborah Stevens
    This scholarship seeks to support nursing students who are interested in pursuing careers in pediatric nursing.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    May 29, 20267 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    86

  27. Enders Scholarship

    Funded by
    Shaun Enders
    This scholarship aims to support students who have lost a parent(s) to violence, drugs, or alcohol so they can better their lives and heal through meditation.
    Amount
    $7,500
    Deadline:
    May 29, 20267 days left!
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    87

  28. Salt Lick on Salt Creek Dream Big Scholarship

    Funded by
    Salt Lick on Salt Creek, LLC
    This scholarship aims to support students who dream big and are passionate about their creativity and future careers.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 29, 20267 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    88

  29. Eddie L. Smith Sr. Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Smith Family
    This scholarship will support high school seniors in Louisiana who want to make a positive impact on the world through their career.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    May 29, 20267 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    89

  30. Ray W Bausick Green Industry Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kevin Koss
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Ray W Bausick by supporting high-achieving students who are pursuing careers in the green industry.
    Amount
    $8,000
    Deadline:
    May 29, 20267 days left!
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    90
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