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

Updated: April 13, 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. Jeremieh C. Soroten Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Cody Cacatian
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Jeremieh C. Soroten by supporting students from his alma mater who share his commitment to personal development.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 17, 20263 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    121

  2. Iannini Prize

    Funded by
    George Iannini
    This scholarship aims to support Marlborough High School students who are preparing to begin their pursuit of higher education.
    Amount
    $25,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 17, 20263 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    122

  3. Colonel JC Broome Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Diana Kinkade
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Colonel JC Broome by supporting students who share his commitment to serving.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 17, 20263 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    123

  4. Raymond M. Higa Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Cody Cacatian
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Raymond M. Higa by supporting students who may not have had an easy start but, like Raymond, are determined to change the course of their lives through education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 17, 20263 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    124

  5. Dr. Robert M. Fleisher Liberty and Prosperity Award

    Funded by
    Liberty and Prosperity 1776, Inc.
    This scholarship aims to support civic-minded students who are active participants in their schools and communities.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 17, 20263 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    125

  6. DeJean Legacy Scholarship For Haitian American Students

    Funded by
    DeJean
    This scholarship aims to support Haitian American students who aspire to pursue a college degree so they can achieve all of their goals.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 18, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    126

  7. Holden William Bettis Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bettis Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Holden William Bettis by supporting students in Alaska who are pursuing their dreams of a college education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 18, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    127

  8. Toledo Early College Alumni Association Scholarship

    Funded by
    Toledo Early College Alumni Association
    This scholarship seeks to offer financial support to qualifying students who are preparing to graduate and pursue their degrees.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Apr 18, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    128

  9. For the One Scholarship

    Funded by
    A Walk for the One
    This scholarship seeks to support young adults who have aged out of foster care so they can afford to invest in themselves and pursue their dreams.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 18, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    129

  10. Rev. Herman A. Martin Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Chauncey Jones
    This scholarship is open to all high school seniors in Arkansas who want to use their studies to make the world a better place.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 18, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    130

  11. Jack Saunders Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Friends and Family of Jack Saunders
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life and memory of Jack Saunders by supporting pre-law and post-graduate students who share Jack's desire to use the law to make a difference.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 18, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    131

  12. Sowing Season Scholarship

    Funded by
    Spears Financial Coaching LLC
    This scholarship aims to support and uplift students so they can pursue their studies with as few financial stressors as possible.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Apr 18, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    132

  13. Catherine Jirak Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Brydon Group
    This scholarship seeks to support the next generation of leaders who will inspire progress and create lasting impact in the world.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 18, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    133

  14. Susan Kelly Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ellen Bennett
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Susan Kelly by supporting students in their pursuit of higher education so they can earn a living wage.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 18, 20264 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    134

  15. Losinger Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    Friends of the Losinger Scholarship
    This scholarship aims to honor the lifetime of dedication of Mary Lou Losinger by supporting students who share her passion for nursing.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 19, 20265 days left!
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    135

  16. Roy Nelson Memorial Scholarship in Engineering

    Funded by
    Linda Nelson
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Roy Nelson by supporting students who share his commitment to engineering and service.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 19, 20265 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    136

  17. Courage & Hope Scholarship

    Funded by
    Las Vegas Breast Cancer Warriors
    This scholarship seeks to support students whose families have been affected by breast cancer and the high costs of treatment.
    Amount
    $7,500
    Deadline:
    Apr 19, 20265 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    137

  18. Dr. Noelle Olson Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Olson Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Noelle Olson by supporting the next generation of women pursuing STEM-related careers.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 20, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    138

  19. John Greiner Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Greiner Family
    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.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 20, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    139

  20. Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts Scholarship for Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Registered Nurse Students

    Funded by
    Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts
    This scholarship aims to support adult learners who are pursuing higher education in nursing fields.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 20, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    140

  21. Joan Free Thompson Scholarship

    Funded by
    Howe and Linn Families
    This scholarship will support a BIPOC high school student in Arkansas who attends Star City High School, Dumas High School, or McGehee High School.
    Amount
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 20, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    141

  22. Stony Creek Chamber of Commerce Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stony Creek Chamber of Commerce
    This scholarship seeks to support residents of Stony Creek by supporting students who are pursuing their academic goals.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Apr 20, 20266 days left!
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    142

  23. Lexi Nicole Olvera Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Scott Olvera
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory and hopes of Lexi Nicole Olvera by supporting students who will carry on her legacy.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 21, 20267 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    143

  24. InnovateHER Engineering Scholarship

    Funded by
    Noa Michael
    This scholarship aims to support the future generation of women in STEM so they can enter the field and make their mark.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Apr 21, 20267 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    144

  25. Strength in Adversity Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lana Chou
    This scholarship seeks to support students who have been through the foster system but are committed to continuing their education and overcoming the obstacles they’ve faced.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 21, 20267 days left!
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    145

  26. Native Heritage Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lana Chou
    This scholarship aims to support students of Native American descent so they can overcome the hurdles they face as they pursue higher education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 21, 20267 days left!
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    146

  27. Resilient Scholar Award

    Funded by
    Lana Chou
    This scholarship seeks to support students who have overcome hardships in pursuing their journey to college.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 21, 20267 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    147

  28. Burke Brown Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jeffrey Brown
    This scholarship seeks to support high-achieving students who are preparing to leave high school and pursue their college studies.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 21, 20267 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    148

  29. Mabel Kiracofe Scholarship

    Funded by
    Coleman Place Elementary School PTA
    This scholarship seeks to support students who attended Coleman Place Elementary School as they prepare to finish high school and move on to pursuing higher education.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Apr 22, 20268 days left!
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    149

  30. Tim Williams Automotive Student Scholarship

    Funded by
    Greg Williams
    The scholarship seeks to support students who are eager to enter the auto repair industry who require financial aid for further education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 22, 20268 days left!
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    150
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