[Page 5] The 210 Best Essay Scholarships in June 2026
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Funded byKatarina KentThis scholarship aims to encourage students to further their studies by providing the financial support they need to do so.Amount$2,000Deadline:Jul 4, 20266 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes121SIA Financial Planning Scholarship
Funded bySouthwest Investment Advisors, Inc.This scholarship seeks to attract, support, educate, and develop leaders within the financial advisory profession.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jul 5, 20267 days left!Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes122Jill S. Tolley Scholarship
Funded byCaleb BanegasThis scholarship aims to support single mothers so they can overcome the obstacles they face and complete their college degrees.Amount$500Deadline:Jul 5, 20267 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes1231st Generation People Of Color Patrick Copney Memorial Music/Arts Scholarship
Funded byRobin CopneyThis scholarship will honor the memory of Patrick Copney and help support first generation students who are pursuing a music or arts degree.Amount$2,000Deadline:Jul 5, 20267 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes124SBJ Scholarship
Funded byJuanita ParkerThis scholarship seeks to support students who are preparing to finish high school and pursue careers related to the trades, community development, or real estate.Amount$500Deadline:Jul 6, 20268 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes125John Acuña Memorial Scholarship
Funded byAcunaThis scholarship aims to honor the life of John Acuña by supporting students who have served their country and are now pursuing their academic goals.Amount$4,000Deadline:Jul 6, 20268 days left!Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes126Dr. Rajesh Aggarwal Scholarship for Scientific Studies
Funded byThe Aggarwal FamilyThis scholarship seeks to support the next great minds of science by helping low-income high school students in Massachusetts and New Jersey afford their college education.Amount$4,000Deadline:Jul 6, 20268 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes127Beyond The Ride Scholarship
Funded byPam BlassThis scholarship aims to recognize children who have lost siblings by rewarding their resilience and supporting them through their pursuit of higher education.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jul 6, 20268 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes128Tia Lukeya Woods from Books Pages to Boarding Passes Scholarship
Funded byTanika CabralThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Tia Lukeya Woods by supporting students who demonstrate intellectual curiosity, a love of learning, and a desire to expand their worldview.Amount$5,000Deadline:Jul 7, 20269 days left!Education LevelUndergraduate129Jeanne Murphy Scholarship: Compassion in Action
Funded bySay Yes to the Ess-ayThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Jeanne Murphy by supporting students who transform their compassion into action and intend to continue doing so.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jul 8, 202610 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes130Meritus Legacy of Service Skilled Pathway Award
Funded byMeritus Legacy of ServiceThis scholarship seeks to support students from service-driven families who are taking a hands-on path toward a meaningful and in-demand career.Amount$5,000Deadline:Jul 8, 202610 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes131Arin Kel Memorial Scholarship
Funded byBlind Intelligence llcThis scholarship seeks to support students who have lost a sibling so they can find the strength to push on and continue pursuing their dreams.Amount$500Deadline:Jul 8, 202610 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes132Sarah S. Weber Memorial Scholarship
Funded bySarah S. WeberThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Sarah Weber by supporting students who refuse to give up and are using their education as a means of improving their life circumstances.Amount$5,000Deadline:Jul 8, 202610 days left!Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes133Anthony McPherson Memorial Automotive Scholarship
Funded byDenese McPhersonThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Anthony McPherson by raising awareness about drunk driving and supporting students pursuing careers in the automotive industry.Amount$500Deadline:Jul 8, 202610 days left!Education LevelHigh School, Undergraduate134Meritus Legacy of Service Scholar Award
Funded byMeritus Legacy of ServiceThis scholarship aims to support graduating students from service-oriented families who are pursuing higher education.Amount$40,000Deadline:Jul 8, 202610 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes135Hawai'i Island Sunset Scholarship
Funded byDaniel MontgomeryThis scholarship aims to support students from Hawai’i Island as they finish high school so they can afford to transition to higher education.Amount$4,000Deadline:Jul 8, 202610 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes136#Nfinite8 Legacy Scholarship
Funded by#Nfinite8 Legacy Scholarship FundThis scholarship seeks to honor DJ by supporting young men and women who mirror his energetic curiosity and kindness.Amount$888Deadline:Jul 8, 202610 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes137Immigrant Made From Roots to College Scholarship
Funded byDr. Antonio MartinezThis scholarship seeks to invest in Bay Area students by honoring immigrant family sacrifice, celebrating perseverance, and providing meaningful support to students as they take their next step into higher education.Amount$1,500Deadline:Jul 10, 202612 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes138Margaret A. Briller Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Funded byEnitra BrillerThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Margaret A. Briller by supporting women who are following in her footsteps and pursuing the nursing field.Amount$500Deadline:Jul 10, 202612 days left!Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes139Helen Segarra Gutierrez Butterfly Scholarship
Funded byLisa GutierrezThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Helen Segarra Gutierrez by supporting students who demonstrate resilience, compassion, and a commitment to helping others while navigating financial challenges.Amount$2,000Deadline:Jul 11, 202613 days left!Education LevelHigh School140Nebustream Technology Development Scholarship
Funded byNebustream Technologies LLCThis scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about pursuing careers in information technology, computer science, or DevOps.Amount$2,000Deadline:Jul 11, 202613 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes141Sola Family Scholarship
Funded byMariko SolaThis scholarship seeks to honor some amazing single mothers by supporting students who have been raised by a single mom.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jul 13, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes142Project Prosperity Scholarship
Funded byCourtney TaylorThis scholarship aims to promote financial literacy while encouraging students to become advocates for financial literacy in their own communities, creating a ripple effect that empowers future generations.Amount$500Deadline:Jul 13, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes143Treye Knorr Memorial Scholarship
Funded byKnorr FamilyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Treye Knorr by uplifting the next generation of learners so they can achieve their dreams.Amount$1,500Deadline:Jul 13, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes144Eric Maurice Brandon Memorial Scholarship
Funded byThe BrandonsThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Eric Maurice by supporting students who are following in his footsteps and pursuing nursing careers.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jul 13, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes145Dr. William Evans Lycoming College Scholarship
Funded byNick EvansThis scholarship aims to honor the legacy of William Evans by supporting students at Lycoming College who are passionate about their fields of study.Amount$2,000Deadline:Jul 13, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes146Wieland Nurse Appreciation Scholarship
Funded byWieland HealthcareThis scholarship will support current or future nursing students.Amount$2,500Deadline:Jul 13, 2026Education LevelAnyTakes minutes147Jake Thomas Williams Memorial Scholarship
Funded byWilliams FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor Jake Thomas Williams’ life by providing support to students who want to make a difference in mental health and suicide prevention.Amount$1,500Deadline:Jul 14, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes148Tausha Hobbs Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJoey CampbellThis scholarship aims to reflect the selflessness and kindness of Tausha Hobbs by supporting students who are pursuing higher education.Amount$500Deadline:Jul 14, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes149Jerome L. James “Rise” Creative Writing Scholarship
Funded byJames FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor Jerome L. James by supporting students looking to develop, expand, and unfold their creative expression through writing.Amount$1,500Deadline:Jul 14, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes150
