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[Page 4] Top Essay Scholarships to Apply for in August 2025
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August 25, 2025
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Sangha Support Scholarship
Funded byHenry WetzAmount
$500Deadline
Only 8 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support young Buddhists, so they have the resources they need to pursue their goals.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Religion: Buddhist
91Wendy Alders Cartland Visual Arts Scholarship
Funded byWendy CartlandAmount
$10,000Deadline
Only 9 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Wendy Alders Cartland by supporting low-income students pursuing the visual arts.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Financial Background: Low-income
- Field of Study: Visual arts
- Experience: Non-profit, volunteering, or work experience involving participation in the visual arts
92Hilda Klinger Memorial Scholarship
Funded byCarin KlingerAmount
$1,000Deadline
Only 9 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Hilda Klinger by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in the arts.- Education Level: High school senior
- Field of Study: Arts
93Legacy Golf College Scholarship
Funded byLegacy GolfAmount
$1,000Deadline
Only 9 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to help students from lower socioeconomic classes who are passionate about golf further their education.- Background: Lower socioeconomic status
- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Golf Involvement: Students who will be playing on their collegiate golf teams and/or are pursuing a degree related to the golf industry
- GPA: At least 3.0
94Dulce Vida First Generation Scholarship
Funded byThe Dulce VidaAmount
$1,000Deadline
Only 11 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support first-generation students so they can continue to go after their dreams despite their financial limitations.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- School Name: University of Texas at San Antonio
- Background: First-generation college student
- GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
95Lynch Engineering Scholarship
Funded byAustin LynchAmount
$1,000Deadline
Only 11 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support smart, self-driven, ambitious, kind, and generous engineers so they can pay for their college tuition.- Education Level: High school senior planning to pursue a four-year degree or a current four-year undergraduate student
- Financial Background: Low-income
- Field of Study: Engineering
96Martha Brooks Culinary Arts Scholarship
Funded byDesserts by MarshelleAmount
$632Deadline
Only 13 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support high school students interested in pursuing a career in the culinary arts.- Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
- Major of Interest: Culinary Arts
- Education Level: High school or current culinary school student
97Rex and Gladys Memorial Scholarship
Funded byAdventure Zone KidsAmount
$1,000Deadline
Only 13 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the lives of Rex and Gladys by supporting students who share their passion for nursing.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Location: Southeast Texas
- Field of Study: Nursing
98Learner Math Lover Scholarship
Funded byLearnerAmount
$500Deadline
Only 13 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support a student who loves math.- Education Level: Any
- Interests: Math
99Sallie Rowland Bright Futures Scholarship
Funded byLuminautAmount
$2,500Deadline
Only 14 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students who are pursuing higher education in order to forge careers in the AEC industry.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
- Field of Study: Architecture or interior design
100Cyrilla Olapeju Sanni Scholarship Fund
Funded byCyrilla Olapeju Sanni Scholarship FundAmount
$1,000Deadline
Only 15 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support African students who are struggling financially so they can fund their education and achieve their dreams.- Race: African
- Financial Status: Low-income
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Background: Migrant from Africa or the child of African migrants
101Neal Hartl Memorial Sales/Marketing Scholarship
Funded byBeaconMedaesAmount
$3,000Deadline
Only 15 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Neal Hartl by supporting students who are pursuing higher education and careers in business.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Field of Study: Business management, sales, or marketing
102Victoria Johnson Minority Women in STEM Scholarship
Funded byVictoria JohnsonAmount
$500Deadline
Only 17 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support graduating or soon-to-be graduating undergraduate and graduate STEM students as they pursue professional programs.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Gender: Female-identifying
- Race: BIPOC
- Background: First-generation college student
- Field of Study: STEM
103Bishop Ron O. Beazer Sr. Scholarship
Funded byKenyatta BeazerAmount
$500Deadline
Only 18 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Bishop Ron O. Beazer Sr. by continuing his legacy of helping others reach heights that they were told were not possible.- Education Level: High school senior
- Race: African American
- State: Maryland
- Background: Community service, non-profit, or volunteering experience
104Lyon County Community Engagement Youth Scholarship
Funded byThe BeaconAmount
$500Deadline
Only 18 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who are committed to fostering change in their communities through their pursuit of higher education.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate or graduate student
- Location: Nevada
105SŌMA School of Therapeutic Massage Scholarship
Funded bySŌMA LLCAmount
$35,000Deadline
Only 18 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to remove cost as a barrier, ensuring that passionate, dedicated individuals can access the education and training needed to make a meaningful impact through therapeutic massage and bodywork.- Field of Study: Massage therapy
- Financial Status: Financial need
106Ismat's Scholarship for Empowering Muslim Women
Funded byTariq Aslam and FamilyAmount
$3,000Deadline
Only 18 days left!Education Level
AnyThis 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
107Eric W. Larson Memorial STEM Scholarship
Funded byLeslie LarsonAmount
$10,000Deadline
Only 18 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor Eric Larson’s commitment to equality in the sciences by supporting women of color who are pursuing STEM despite the challenges they face.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
- Field of Study: STEM
- Race: BIPOC
- Gender: Female-identifying
- Background: Financially disadvantaged
108Marsha Cottrell Memorial Scholarship for Future Art Therapists
Funded bySilver Maple FundAmount
$1,000Deadline
Only 20 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor Marsha Cottrell’s dream by supporting students who are studying to become art therapists.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Field of Study: Art therapy
109Armstrong Family Legacy Scholarship for Future Ministry Leaders
Funded byArmstrong FamilyAmount
$1,000Deadline
Only 20 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support individuals who have a desire to give back to the world through charity and education.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Desired Career: Ministry
110Xavier M. Monroe Heart of Gold Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDelta Beta Psi Sorority, Inc.Amount
$500Deadline
Only 20 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Xavier M. Monroe by supporting underrepresented students on their path to higher education.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
- Race: African American
111Kim (House) Tyner Pilot Scholarship
Funded byJennifer HouseAmount
$15,000Deadline
Only 20 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Kim Tyner by supporting students who share her passion for learning to fly.- Education Level: High school graduate
- Field of Study: Aviation or aeronautics
- Age: 25 years old or younger
112Ray Aplin Memorial Scholarship
Funded byPILCAmount
$2,500Deadline
Only 21 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to knock down barriers by making higher education more accessible to students with disabilities.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, trade school, or graduate student
- State: Texas
- Background: Has a disability
113Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship
Funded byDental Hygiene BasicsAmount
$2,000Deadline
Only 21 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support the next generation of dental hygienists by making college more affordable.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Field of Study: Dental hygiene
114Tanya C. Harper Memorial SAR Scholarship
Funded byGail SaundersAmount
$1,000Deadline
Only 23 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support one high school senior or undergraduate black student who is pursuing a career in the medical field.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Career Field: Medical
- Race/Ethnicity: Black
115Solgaard Scholars: Access Oceanic Studies for LGBTQ+ Students
Funded bySolgaard Design Inc. x The Solgaard Nyx FoundationAmount
$5,000Deadline
Only 23 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support LGBTQ+ students pursuing a career in preserving the ocean and seeking to broaden their impact.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate
- Major/Field: Ocean health and preservation: sustainability, oceanic health, etc.
- Identity: LGBTQ+
116Joybridge Mental Health & Inclusion Scholarship
Funded byJoybridgeAmount
$845Deadline
Only 24 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to empower the next generation of changemakers dedicated to advancing mental health research, promoting brain health awareness, and fostering diversity in psychology and neuroscience.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Field of Study: Psychology, neuroscience, cognitive science, public health, or a related field
- Identity: Minority
- Financial Status: Low-income
117Barbara Cain Literary Scholarship
Funded byRadtke FamilyAmount
$1,000Deadline
Only 24 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor Barbara’s life by supporting students who love reading to encourage them to maintain their passion for books.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Passion: Loves books
118Dr. Sami Shafiq-Barker Memorial Scholarship
Funded byCarl BarkerAmount
$2,000Deadline
Only 25 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Dr. Sami Shafiq-Barker by supporting students who are following in her footsteps.- Education Level: Graduate student
- Field of Study: Pharmacy
119Kyleen Carlson Scholarship
Funded byKyleen CarlsonAmount
$500Deadline
Only 25 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students who are pursuing careers in cosmetology so they can enroll in the programs of their dreams.- Education Level: High school graduate who will pursue cosmetology school
- State: Arizona or Washington
- Field of Study: Cosmetology
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which scholarship is easiest to get?
In terms of effort, the 'easiest' scholarship award to win is the no-essay scholarship. These take very little time to apply for, making them a cost-effective form of financial aid. Besides time spent and effort, you should also consider the volume of applicants when you think about what scholarships are the easiest to win. There's always a trade-off: scholarships with low time commitment applications will have greater competition, and scholarships that require more time to apply for will have less competition.
How to start an essay for a scholarship?
Open with a short anecdote that illustrates why you're studying the field you've chosen, or a story that shows your drive to succeed. Convince donors that you have a clear vision for the future and you're worth investing in. There are several steps students can take to take their scholarship essays to the next level. Click here to read our full guide on how to write a scholarship essay.
How do I win essay scholarships?
The most important part of the essay application is simply finishing it. Many high school students and college students won’t even bother to apply for essay scholarships. As a result, just turning in an application that meets all of the requirements and answers the prompt places you ahead of a good chunk of your peers.