[Page 5] The 210 Best Essay Scholarships in April 2026

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Nancy B. Shirley by supporting students who share her passion for nursing.

This scholarship seeks to support dependents of EMS (Eastern Metal Supply) employees.

The 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.

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.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life, memory, and talent of Josh Chapman by supporting the next generation of musicians.

This scholarship aims to honor the incredible life of Marian Sturz by supporting students who share her kindness, wonder, and strength.

This scholarship aims to support Latina women who are making waves in STEM and bringing their unique talents and perspectives to the field.

This scholarship aims to support students who have had to overcome obstacles to pursue higher education.

This scholarship will support students who want to pursue futures in both computer science and their other passions outside of class work.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Ali Safai by supporting students who are pursuing aviation.

This scholarship aims to support students who are goal-driven and focused on the fields of biological sciences and public health.

This scholarship seeks to support Christian students who have experience in missions and plan to continue their work in the future.

This scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about completing their college education so they can go on to careers helping animals.

This scholarship aims to support Marlborough High School students who are preparing to begin their pursuit of higher education.

This scholarship will support a STEM student in California.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of John Greiner by keeping his legacy alive and encouraging students to earn as much education as they desire.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Evan James Vaillancourt by helping students pursue nursing careers.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Brian J. O'Hara by supporting students who share his passion for football.

This merit-based scholarship aims to support students who demonstrate significant social impact and who plan to continue being changemakers.

This scholarship aims to recognize the skill and strength of multilingual individuals as they pursue their higher education goals.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Ryan T. Herich by supporting students who are seeking to better understand the role of culture in shaping the world.

This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Kathy Small by supporting students who share her love for education.

This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of David Foster by supporting students who have been significantly impacted by a high school teacher.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Glenda I. Tanner, who believed that everyone should have the chance to attend college.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Rick Levin by supporting students on the road to higher education.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Paula C. Collie by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in education.

This scholarship aims to create a cycle of positive change by supporting students who are dedicated to helping others through their careers.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Kenneth G. Tanner by making college more affordable and accessible so aspiring students can fulfill their dreams.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Wesley Beck by supporting students who are committed to making a difference in the lives of others.

This scholarship aims to honor Kaylee Xiong’s incredible light by supporting students who share her passion for design.