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

This scholarship seeks to support students who are working to become the next generation of environmental stewards.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Michael Thomas Waples by supporting students who are passionate about art and faith.

This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of TJ Sams, Jr. by supporting students who are planning to enlist in the military.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Dawson Wilcox by supporting students who share his passion for sports and school.

This scholarship aims to nurture the next generation of soccer players by uplifting student-athletes who are pursuing higher education while also following their dreams on the pitch.

This scholarship seeks to give youth in trouble with the law a true second chance, through possibility rather than punishment.

The Philippe Forton Scholarship aims to honor Philippe by supporting high school seniors pursuing nursing in post-secondary education.

This scholarship will support BIPOC students pursuing a career in the mental health field.

This scholarship aims to support DeSoto Christian Academy students who are passionate about serving others and expanding their knowledge through higher education.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of CaroleLynn Proferes by supporting students who are following in her footsteps.

This scholarship aims to honor the lives of Charles Shively and Kathleen Stone by supporting students who are pursuing nursing careers.

This scholarship will support high school seniors and undergraduate students from Illinois who will be pursuing a degree in the performing arts.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Carla M. Champagne by supporting students who are passionate about volunteering and need help with their college expenses.

This scholarship aims to invest in the next generation by giving students the help they need to afford higher education.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Addie James Hamerter and her lifelong commitment to human rights by supporting students who are passionate about volunteering and helping others.

This scholarship will support a low-income Hispanic/Latinx high school senior as they pursue higher education.

This scholarship aims to invest in the next generation of leaders in Pennsylvania so they can gain the confidence and network needed to build their careers.

This scholarship aims to support students who are pursuing higher education and making the most of their time through close reading.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Brian Moore by supporting the next generation of compassionate caregivers and driven innovators.

This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about Heavy Metal music and are pursuing careers in healthcare and/or the physical sciences.

This scholarship seeks to honor the positive attitude and perseverance of Braiden by helping students who have faced similar challenges stay committed to their schooling.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Julie Adams by supporting women who are pursuing higher education in STEM.

The Sylvester Taylor "Invictus" Hospitality Scholarship seeks to reward a student pursuing a career in hospitality and/or food service industry.

This scholarship will support a student pursuing a career in helping those with substance abuse issues.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Jason Choi by supporting students who share his passion for fitness and the discipline it brings.

This scholarship aims to support students who are pursuing careers in youth education and who will go above and beyond to help their students learn.

This scholarship seeks to support students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to positive community impact.

This scholarship seeks to empower single dads by providing the resources and support they need to enrich the lives and well-being of their children.

This scholarship seeks to invest in students at a critical stage of their journey, helping to reduce financial barriers while fostering a new generation of Black physicians dedicated to equity, advocacy, and transformative healthcare outcomes.

This scholarship seeks to support students with disabilities who are pursuing their dreams of higher education.