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Last updated on December 8, 2025

[Page 6] Top Essay Scholarships to Apply for in December 2025

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  1. Kim Moon Bae Underrepresented Students Scholarship

    Funded by
    John Kim
    This scholarship seeks to support underrepresented minority students as they pursue their dreams of higher education.
    • Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    $1,000
    Deadline:Jan 28, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  2. Lynn Welding Next Generation in Welding Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lynn Welding Co.,
    This scholarship aims to support the next generation of welders so they have the resources necessary to complete their degrees and begin their careers.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Welding
    $2,500
    Deadline:Jan 28, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  3. Jane Meredith Daugherty Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Leah Daugherty
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Jane Meredith Daugherty by supporting students from Aptos High who are preparing to graduate and pursue higher education.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • School: Aptos High
    • State: California
    • Desired Field of Study: Visual or performing arts or language studies
    $1,000
    Deadline:Jan 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  4. Marion Jones Memorial STEM Award

    Funded by
    Mia Jones
    This scholarship seeks to support students who plan to pursue degrees in mechanical engineering or related STEM fields.
    • Education Level: High school senior accepted into a two or four-year college program
    • Background: First-generation college student
    • Identity: Underrepresented minority
    • Field of Study: STEM
    • Financial Status: Financial need
    • State: Cleveland, Ohio or surrounding area
    $500
    Deadline:Jan 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  5. Judah Spinner Scholarship

    Funded by
    Judah Spinner
    This scholarship aims to change lives by opening doors to stable, well-paying careers through vocational education.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Goals: Will attend trade school
    $1,000
    Deadline:Jan 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  6. Board Exam Support Scholarship

    Funded by
    Triston Batchelor
    This scholarship seeks to honor the hard work of occupational therapy students, reflected by their academics and volunteerism, and to support them in their final months of school.
    • Education Level: Associate student in their final semester
    • School Name: Panola College
    • Field of Study: Occupational therapy
    • GPA: At least 3.3
    $1,620
    Deadline:Jan 31, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  7. Lamar J. Young Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Young
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Lamar J. Young by empowering students at his school as they prepare to graduate and attend college.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • School Name: Midtown High School
    • State: Georgia
    • GPA: 2.75 GPA or higher
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  8. Emma Jane Hastie Scholarship

    Funded by
    Zenobia Hastie
    The Emma Jane Hastie Scholarship aims to support an undergraduate junior or senior with a devotion to serving those around them.
    • Education level: Undergraduate juniors or seniors
    • Field of study: Medicine, Counseling, Military, Hospitality, Municipal work, or related fields
    • Background: Volunteer work or community service
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  9. Survey Rewards No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is perfect for students who love earning rewards for sharing their opinions on products and services.
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  10. Jerry Garrett and Starlinne Sullivan Memorial EMS Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lillian Lee
    This scholarship aims to support students in Alabama who are pursuing careers as first responders or as nurses.
    • State: Alabama
    • Field of Interest: Nursing or EMS
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    $500
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  11. Zedikiah Randolph Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Raja-Nee Keys
    This scholarship aims to support BIPOC students who are pursuing higher education so they can overcome the barriers they face and be an inspiration to those who follow them.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Race: BIPOC
    • Field of Study: STEM, business, finance, marketing, or medicine
    $500
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
    161
  12. Best Christian Colleges No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is perfect for Christian high school students looking for college tips and resources.
    All students are eligible
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  13. Stacey Vore Wrestling Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jason Rivera
    This scholarship seeks to support young women who are passionate about wrestling and have been impacted by their participation in it.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Sport: Wrestling
    $2,000
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  14. Joanne Pransky Celebration of Women in Robotics

    Funded by
    Women in Robotics
    This scholarship aims to honor the impact of Joanne Pransky by supporting women in robotics throughout their education.
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Field of Study: Robotics
    • Education Level: High school, two or four-year undergraduate or graduate student
    $10,000
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  15. Sikora Drake Women in STEM Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sikora Drake
    This scholarship supports female-identifying students from North Carolina who are the first-generation college students and pursuing a degree in STEM.
    All students are eligible
    $3,000
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  16. Khai Perry All-Star Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Khai Perry All-Star Memorial Scholarship Fund
    This scholarship seeks to honor Khai Perry's spirit, life, and memory by embracing the qualities he exhibited the most while he was here and paying it forward to support those in need.
    • State: Massachusetts
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    • Identity: Underrepresented minority student
    • Education Level: High school, trade school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  17. Jase Davidsaver RN Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tiffany Davidsaver
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Jase Davidsaver by supporting male students pursuing nursing education.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • Gender: Male
    • Desired Career: RN
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  18. MastoKids.org Educational Scholarship

    Funded by
    Masto Kids
    This scholarship seeks to support students who have been affected by mast cell diseases so they can overcome the difficulties they face and achieve their dreams.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Background: Has been affected by mast cell disease either personally or through an immediate family member
    $3,000
    Deadline:Feb 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
    168
  19. Liberation in Inquiry Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Liberation Inquiry Collective
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Katherine Sherrod by supporting students who are committed to social justice and uplifting the humanity of all.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Interest: Social justice
    • Identity: African American, Jewish, and/or Latinx
    $500
    Deadline:Feb 02, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  20. ADHDAdvisor Scholarship for Health Students

    Funded by
    ADHDAdvisor.org
    This scholarship aims to foster an environment of understanding, empathy, and support by supporting the next generation of mental health advocates.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Background: Committed to helping others through emotional and mental health support
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 03, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  21. JobTest Career Coach Scholarship for Law Students

    Funded by
    Realign, Inc.
    This scholarship aims to support law students who are driven to pursue their passion for justice and advocacy, empowering them to explore their legal career aspirations and make informed decisions about their future in the legal field.
    • Citizenship Status: U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 03, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  22. Built for Business Scholarship

    Funded by
    Matthew Baker
    This scholarship aims to reward deserving business students and assist them in funding their educational goals.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate freshman
    • Field of Study: Business
    $500
    Deadline:Feb 03, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  23. Ironworkers Scholarship in Memory of Ron V. Howell Sr.

    Funded by
    Howell Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Ron V. Howell Sr. by supporting students who share his passion for ironworking.
    • Education Level: High school senior or trade school student
    • Field of Study: Ironwork
    $500
    Deadline:Feb 04, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  24. Skin Grip Diabetes Scholarship

    Funded by
    Skin Grip
    This scholarship will support students with diabetes as they continue to persevere and strive for their dreams.
    • Background: Has diabetes
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    $18,000
    Deadline:Feb 04, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  25. Jean Gwyn Memorial Student Loan Repayment Scholarship for Oncology Nurses

    Funded by
    The family of Jean Gwyn
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Jean Gwyn by supporting current oncology nurses.
    • Field of Study: Oncology nursing
    • Background: Student debt
    • Education Level: Graduated student
    $1,500
    Deadline:Feb 05, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  26. Ryan Stripling “Words Create Worlds” Scholarship for Young Writers

    Funded by
    CREATIVE. INSPIRED. HAPPY
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Ryan H. Stripling by supporting students who are pursuing higher education in writing.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Interest: Writing
    $2,500
    Deadline:Feb 05, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  27. Frederick J. Salone Memorial Basketball Scholarship

    Funded by
    Salone
    This scholarship aims to support exceptional student-athletes who have overcome obstacles in life to continue working towards their goals.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Background: Plays basketball
    $750
    Deadline:Feb 05, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  28. Kenneth R. Vessey Jr. Robotics Scholarship

    Funded by
    Steven Wilson
    This scholarship aims to honor the life and legacy of Kenneth R. Vessey by supporting students who participate in robotics and are passionate about STEM.
    • Background: Member of a Suffolk or Nassau County FIRST Robotics Challenge (FRC) team
    • Field of Study: STEM
    • Education Level: High school senior
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 06, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  29. Darran Cherep Remembrance Scholarship

    Funded by
    Melinda Demeo-Cherep
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Darran Cherep by supporting students who are following in his footsteps and pursuing careers in law enforcement.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • Field of Study: Pursuing a career as a police officer or law enforcement officer
    $500
    Deadline:Feb 07, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  30. FIAH Scholarship

    Funded by
    Daleth Estrada
    This scholarship aims to make college more accessible by supporting students who want to further their education in order to make the world a better place.
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Background: Involved in sports, arts, or community service during high school
    • Location: Texas
    • Education Level: High school senior or current undergraduate student
    $2,000
    Deadline:Feb 07, 2026
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