[Page 6] The 210 Best Essay Scholarships in March 2026
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100% free.Pamela Branchini Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDan Branchini, Bruce Ewing, Barbara Bell, and the Glitter Team at Community LutheranThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Pamela Branchini by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in the fine arts.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 5, 202612 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes151Brandon Edreff Memorial Gearshift Scholarship
Funded byEdreff FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Brandon Edreff by supporting those who persevere through grief, providing vital financial support to undergraduate students who have tragically lost a sibling or parent during their academic journey.Amount$1,500Deadline:Apr 5, 202612 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes152Maverick Scholarship
Funded byCarter McKinney FamilyThis scholarship aims to support Howard University students who demonstrate entrepreneurial ambition.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 5, 202612 days left!Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes153Michaella Neal Memorial Scholarship
Funded byKelley BevisThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Michaella Neal so that future generations of students can know and understand the amazing educator and person that she was.Amount$3,066Deadline:Apr 5, 202612 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes154Overcoming Adversity - Jack Terry Memorial Scholarship
Funded byStrand and Terry FamilyThis scholarship aims to honor the remarkable life of Dr. Jack Terry by supporting students who have overcome hardships or adversity in their lives.Amount$6,000Deadline:Apr 6, 202613 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes155Chellez Brand Scholarship
Funded byThe Chellez BrandThis scholarship seeks to support students from underrepresented communities who are passionate about arts.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 6, 202613 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes156Tandy Law Firm Scholarship
Funded byTandy Law Firm LLCThis scholarship aims to support aspiring lawyers who are committed to making a difference in the world.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 6, 202613 days left!Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes157Saswati Gupta Cancer Research Scholarship
Funded bysreya sanyalThis scholarship aims to support female students interested in medicine or biology so they can go on to advance cancer research and prevention.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 6, 202613 days left!Education LevelUndergraduate, Graduate158Gomez Family Legacy Scholarship
Funded byGomez FamilyThis scholarship seeks to support underserved Hispanic students in Texas so they can have the resources they need to pursue higher education.Amount$1,500Deadline:Apr 6, 202613 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes159RJ Memorial Scholarship
Funded byKachina EdmistenThis scholarship aims to honor the life of RJ by supporting students in Arkansas who are pursuing higher education.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 6, 202613 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes160Kerry Damiano/Oasis Scholarship
Funded byOasis World Outreach MinistryThis scholarship aims to support Judeo-Christian values in the education space by uplifting students who strive to both learn and share these values at a higher level.Amount$24,000Deadline:Apr 6, 202613 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes161Eric W. Larson Memorial STEM Scholarship
Funded byLeslie LarsonThis scholarship aims to honor Eric Larson’s commitment to equality in the sciences by supporting women of color who are pursuing STEM despite the challenges they face.Amount$10,000Deadline:Apr 6, 202613 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes162Deborah Brown Alexander Adventurer Award
Funded byBrown / Alexander FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Deborah Brown Alexander by supporting deserving students who have an "adventurer" spirit.Amount$3,000Deadline:Apr 7, 202614 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes163Susan Simon Leadership Award
Funded byElaine WatkinsThis scholarship aims to honor Susan Simon’s legacy of leadership by supporting the next generation of graduating students who plan to continue their education.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 7, 202614 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes164Pamela Burlingame Memorial Scholarship for Dance/Theater
Funded byBurlingameThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Pamela Burlingame by supporting students who are dedicated to the arts.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 7, 202614 days left!Education LevelHigh School165Robin Irving Memorial Scholarship
Funded byIrving FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor Robin Irving’s lifelong commitment to education and her passion for mathematics by supporting students who share her interests.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 7, 202614 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes166Steve’s Drive Scholarship
Funded byItcelina HarmonThis scholarship seeks to support students who want to get out of their comfort zones and explore more opportunities after high school.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 7, 202614 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes167Breeze Sports Scholarship
Funded byPacific Coast Medical Billing & CodingThis scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about sports and are committed to building a future in the industry.Amount$1,500Deadline:Apr 7, 202614 days left!Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes168Peyton Heart Project Scholarship in Memory of Peyton James
Funded byThe Peyton Heart ProjectThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Peyton James by raising awareness for mental health and the importance of seeking help.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 8, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes169Nasser Seconi Scholarship Fund
Funded byDarrick SeconiThis scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Nasser Seconi by supporting students who share his love of soccer and his passion for helping others.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 8, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes170Mickey Hamilton Memorial Scholarship
Funded byHamilton FamilyThis scholarship aims to support student-athletes in Michigan who will pursue careers as teachers.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 8, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes171Daniel Sackett Memorial Award
Funded byMiles-Sackett FamilyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Daniel Sackett by supporting students from his district as they pursue higher education.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 8, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes172Nance Family Purpose Finders Scholarship
Funded byLive Life With Purpose InternationalThis scholarship aims to support students who are from financially limited backgrounds so they can afford to pursue higher education.Amount$1,500Deadline:Apr 8, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes173Katherine Walter Scholarship for Cultural Understanding
Funded byKatherine WalterThis scholarship seeks to spotlight anthropology as a viable and impactful career path, encouraging high school students to explore courses like social and cultural anthropology.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 8, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes174Peyton Heart Project Scholarship in Memory of Matt Dille
Funded byThe Peyton Heart ProjectThis scholarship aims to honor the life and memory of Matt Dille by supporting students preparing to attend college and make a difference in the field of mental health.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 8, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes175Isaac Yunhu Lee Memorial Arts Scholarship
Funded byLee FamilyThis scholarship will support one low-income student attending or planning to attend art school.Amount$25,250Deadline:Apr 8, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes176Chris Ford Scholarship
Funded byChris FordThis scholarship aims to support students who show advanced learning capabilities but have limited resources to afford the cost of higher education.Amount$10,000Deadline:Apr 9, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes177Janet L. Wagner High School Student Scholarship
Funded byWagner Family (Janet L Wagner)This scholarship aims to support African-American students who are passionate about pursuing higher education after finishing high school.Amount$1,200Deadline:Apr 9, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes178Weld Our Soul Scholarship
Funded byMcConville FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Kevin by supporting students who share his passion for welding.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 9, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes179Julius Quentin Jackson Scholarship
Funded byThis scholarship seeks to support students who have financial need so they can afford to pursue their collegiate dreams.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 9, 2026Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes180