[Page 6] The 210 Best Essay Scholarships in June 2026
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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, 202614 days left!Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes151John 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, 202614 days left!Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes152Tia 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, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate153Sarah 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, 2026Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes154Meritus 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, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes155#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, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes156Anthony 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, 2026Education LevelHigh School, Undergraduate157Arin 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, 2026Education LevelAnyTakes minutes158Hawai'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, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes159Jeanne 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, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes160Meritus 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, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes161Margaret 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, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes162Immigrant 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, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes163Helen 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, 2026Education LevelHigh School164Nebustream 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, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes165Eric 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 minutes166Dr. 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 minutes167Wieland Nurse Appreciation Scholarship
Funded byWieland HealthcareThis scholarship will support current or future nursing students.Amount$2,500Deadline:Jul 13, 2026Education LevelAnyTakes minutes168Treye 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 minutes169Project 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 minutes170TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) MOA Scholarship
Funded byA fellow MOAThis scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about TOMORROW X TOGETHER and the music they’ve created.Amount$33,685Deadline:Jul 13, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes171Sola 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 minutes172Jerome 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 minutes173Jake 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 minutes174Noah Jon Markstrom Foundation Scholarship
Funded byNoah Jon Markstrom FoundationThis scholarship will support an undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a career in pediatric medicine.Amount$5,000Deadline:Jul 14, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes175Tausha 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 minutes176Debra S. Jackson New Horizons Scholarship
Funded byTamara JacksonThis scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Debra S. Jackson by supporting students who are making the brave decision to return to school later in life.Amount$6,000Deadline:Jul 15, 2026Education LevelAnyTakes minutes177Sara Jane Memorial Scholarship
Funded byWhitt FamilyThis scholarship will support a high school senior or undergraduate student pursuing a nursing career.Amount$2,500Deadline:Jul 15, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes178Future Nonprofit Leaders Award
Funded byMargaret L.This scholarship seeks to support students who plan to work in nonprofit organizations and are committing their professional lives to helping communities, advancing social causes, and improving lives.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jul 15, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes179Veterans Next Generation Scholarship
Funded byRichard and Stephanie YounkinsIn recognition of all that veterans have done for our country, this scholarship seeks to support the children of U.S. military veterans so they can pursue higher education.Amount$500Deadline:Jul 16, 2026Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes180
