[Page 4] The 210 Best Essay Scholarships in March 2026
Updated: March 30, 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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100% free.500 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship will be awarded to the student whose Bold.org profile is the most bold, and who has earned at least 500 Bold Points.Amount$5,000Deadline:Mar 31, 20261 day left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes91No Essay Scholarship by Sallie
Funded byBold.orgThis exclusive no-essay scholarship is for anyone thinking through how to pay for college.Amount$10,000Deadline:Mar 31, 20261 day left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes92$25,000 "Be Bold" No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThe world will be shaped by the bold—the fighters, the risk-takers, the earnest overachievers who won’t take no for an answer. The $25,000 “Be Bold” Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile.Amount$25,000Deadline:Mar 31, 20261 day left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes93400 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship will be awarded to the student whose Bold.org profile is the most bold, and who has earned at least 400 Bold Points.Amount$4,000Deadline:Mar 31, 20261 day left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes94Survey Junkie Brand Influencer No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship is great for anyone who loves getting paid for sharing their opinions on products and services.Amount$1,000Deadline:Mar 31, 20261 day left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes95K-POP Fan No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship seeks to support students who have been impacted by the incredible artists and music of K-Pop!Amount$500Deadline:Mar 31, 20261 day left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes96Catholic Colleges No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship is perfect for high school or transfer students who are interested in Catholic College tips and resources.Amount$1,000Deadline:Mar 31, 20261 day left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes97Conscious Consumer No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship exists to support students building financial literacy skills and looking to be more conscious of their financial habits.Amount$1,000Deadline:Mar 31, 20261 day left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes98Shape the News No-Essay Survey Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship seeks to support opinionated students who want to make their voices heard in order to drive change.Amount$500Deadline:Mar 31, 20261 day left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes99Post Malone Fan No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship seeks to support fans of Post Malone who have been impacted by his music and career as they pursue higher education.Amount$500Deadline:Mar 31, 20261 day left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes100Miley Cyrus Fan No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship seeks to uplift fans of Miley Cyrus who have been impacted by her music or her career.Amount$500Deadline:Mar 31, 20261 day left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes101Alexandra Rowan Voices of Tomorrow Scholarship
Funded byAlexandra L. Rowan FoundationThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Alexandra Rowan by supporting women who aspire to become writers and share their voices with the world.Amount$3,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes102Best Greens Powder Heroes’ Legacy Scholarship
Funded byLive it UpIn recognition of the burden higher education can place on military families, this scholarship seeks to give back to these dedicated families to honor their sacrifices.Amount$3,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes103Peyton Heart Project Scholarship in Memory of Lennon Baldwin
Funded byThe Peyton Heart ProjectThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Lennon Baldwin by raising awareness for mental health and the importance of seeking help.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes104Kris Lewis Memorial Scholarship
Funded byLewis FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Kris Lewis by ensuring that any student who is interested in pursuing higher education has the opportunity to do so.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes105J.Terry Tindall Memorial Scholarship
Funded byTindallThis scholarship will honor an exceptional man's legacy by assisting a student who exhibits similar strengths and resilience.Amount$3,500Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes106Sammy Meckley Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMeckleyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Sammy Meckley by supporting students in Maryland who are involved in extracurricular activities.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes107Jean Ryan Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJerry Hawkins and his BrothersThis scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Jean Ryan by supporting students at her school as they prepare to graduate and pursue higher education.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes108Alexandra Rowan Resilience in Writing Scholarship
Funded byAlexandra L. Rowan FoundationThis scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Alexandra Rowan by ensuring that her passion for language and storytelling continues to inspire generations to come.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes109Peyton Heart Project Scholarship in Memory of Cary Patten
Funded byThe Peyton Heart ProjectThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Cary Patten by raising awareness for mental health and the importance of seeking help.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes110Therese Ingelaere Murray Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJack MurrayThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Therese Ingelaere Murray by supporting students who plan to become teachers.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelGraduateTakes minutes111Lori Nethaway Memorial Scholarship
Funded byStacey SprenkelThis scholarship will support a female high school senior in California.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes112Matthew Hoover Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMatthew Hoover FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Matthew Hoover by supporting student-athletes who are preparing to attend college.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes113Nicholas Hamlin Tennis Memorial Scholarship
Funded byNicholas HamlinThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Nick Hamlin by supporting students who play tennis.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes114My Brother's Keeper Scholarship
Funded byMinistries of RestorationThis scholarship seeks to make higher education accessible for low-income students living in Michigan.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes115American Dream Scholarship
Funded byCharleen CabayThis scholarship seeks to support undocumented students so they have the resources necessary to thrive in college.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes116Redefining Victory Scholarship
Funded byChris & Mary CarnduffBy embracing diverse avenues for personal growth, anyone can conquer the challenges of life and attain the pinnacle of success.Amount$20,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes117Poynter Scholarship
Funded byThe Poynter FoundationThis scholarship aims to support parents who are pursuing their own academic goals while encouraging the educational ambitions of their children.Amount$10,000Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes118Jared Ethan Trueba Memorial Scholarship
Funded byThe Trueba FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Jared Ethan Trueba by supporting students at Cibola High School in NM who embody Jared’s love for community involvement.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes119Wicked Fan Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship seeks to support fans of Wicked who are excited about the new movie adaptation of the story!Amount$500Deadline:Apr 1, 20262 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes120