[Page 6] The 210 Best Essay Scholarships in March 2026
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Funded byRichardson Community BandThis scholarship seeks to support students who desire to continue their musical involvement throughout their years of higher education and beyond.Amount$750Deadline:Apr 3, 202611 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes151Se Vale Soñar Scholarship
Funded byLeslie JimenezThis scholarship aims to provide financial support to students who are the first in their families to attend college so that they can thrive.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 4, 202612 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes152Catherine Jirak Scholarship
Funded byThe Brydon GroupThis scholarship seeks to support the next generation of leaders who will inspire progress and create lasting impact in the world.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 4, 202612 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes153Proverbs 3:27 Scholarship
Funded byKye-Keyann BatesThis scholarship seeks to support faithful students who have a history of giving back to their communities and serving others.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 4, 202612 days left!Education LevelHigh School154Kelly Smith Memorial Scholarship
Funded byNorthside ISDThis scholarship aims to support students who exemplify the attributes that Kelly Smith demonstrated in her work.Amount$4,000Deadline:Apr 4, 202612 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes155Coach Doc Ryan Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRyan familyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Coach Doc Ryan by supporting students who share his passion for athletics.Amount$6,000Deadline:Apr 4, 202612 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes156Michaella 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, 202613 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes157Maverick Scholarship
Funded byCarter McKinney FamilyThis scholarship aims to support Howard University students who demonstrate entrepreneurial ambition.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 5, 202613 days left!Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes158Brandon 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, 202613 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes159Pamela 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, 202613 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes160Christina Rasanen Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRCESThis scholarship seeks to honor Christina Rasanen by supporting students who share her passion for caregiving.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 5, 202613 days left!Education LevelGraduateTakes minutes161Michael James Mitrik Soccer Scholarship
Funded byVaccaro/Mitrik FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Michael James Mitrik by supporting students who share his passion for soccer.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 5, 202613 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes162Gomez 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, 202614 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes163Tandy 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, 202614 days left!Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes164Kerry 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, 202614 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes165Eric 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, 202614 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes166Saswati 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, 202614 days left!Education LevelUndergraduate, Graduate167RJ 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, 202614 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes168Overcoming 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, 202614 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes169Chellez Brand Scholarship
Funded byThe Chellez BrandThis scholarship seeks to support students from underrepresented communities who are passionate about arts.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 6, 202614 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes170Breeze 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, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes171Robin 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, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes172Steve’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, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes173Deborah 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, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes174Pamela 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, 2026Education LevelHigh School175Susan 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, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes176Daniel 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 minutes177Nance 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 minutes178Mickey 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 minutes179Peyton 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 minutes180