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Larry A. Montgomery Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMiranda MitchellThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Larry A. Montgomery by supporting students who share his incredible qualities.- Education Level: High school senior
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Background: Leadership experience in school, extracurriculars, or in the community
- Location: South Carolina
$2,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply151Poynter Scholarship
Funded byThe Poynter FoundationThis scholarship aims to support parents who are pursuing their own academic goals while encouraging the educational ambitions of their children.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- GPA: 2.8 or higher
- Background: Single-parent with a school-aged child or children
$10,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply152Scott Crockett Memorial Scholarship
Funded byScott Crockett Memorial FundThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Scott Crockett by supporting students who are pursuing the noble field of fire service.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Oregon
- GPA: 2.0 GPA or higher
- Field of Study: Fire, Emergency Medical Service (EMS) or medical
$2,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply153American Dream Scholarship
Funded byCharleen CabayThis scholarship seeks to support undocumented students so they have the resources necessary to thrive in college.- Citizenship Status: Non-citizen
- Background: Community service or volunteering experience
$1,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply154Nicholas Hamlin Tennis Memorial Scholarship
Funded byNicholas HamlinThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Nick Hamlin by supporting students who play tennis.- Education Level: High school junior or senior
- Sports Experience: Tennis
$1,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply155Lori Nethaway Memorial Scholarship
Funded byStacey SprenkelThis scholarship will support a female high school senior in California.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: California
- Gender: Woman
- Background: First-generation college student
$1,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply156Therese Ingelaere Murray Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJack MurrayThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Therese Ingelaere Murray by supporting students who plan to become teachers.- Education Level: Graduate student
- State: North Carolina
- Field of Study: Teaching
$2,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply157Jean Ryan Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJerry Hawkins and his BrothersThis scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Jean Ryan by supporting students at her school as they prepare to graduate and pursue higher education.- Education Level: High school student
- School Name: Garner High School
- State: Texas
$650Only 17 days left!One Click Apply158Sammy Meckley Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMeckleyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Sammy Meckley by supporting students in Maryland who are involved in extracurricular activities.- Education Level: High school junior or senior
- State: Maryland
- Experience: Involved in extracurricular activities
$500Only 17 days left!One Click Apply159Matthew Hoover Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMatthew Hoover FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Matthew Hoover by supporting student-athletes who are preparing to attend college.- Education Level: High school senior (2026)
- State: Texas
- GPA: 3.5 GPA or higher
- Background: Athlete
$1,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply160Best Greens Powder Heroes’ Legacy Scholarship
Funded byLive it UpIn recognition of the burden higher education can place on military families, this scholarship seeks to give back to these dedicated families to honor their sacrifices.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Citizenship Status: U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident
- Family Background: At least one parent has served in the U.S. military
$3,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply161Jared Ethan Trueba Memorial Scholarship
Funded byThe Trueba FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Jared Ethan Trueba by supporting students at Cibola High School in NM who embody Jared’s love for community involvement.- Education Level: High school student
- State: New Mexico
$500Only 17 days left!One Click Apply162Redefining Victory Scholarship
Funded byChris & Mary CarnduffBy embracing diverse avenues for personal growth, anyone can conquer the challenges of life and attain the pinnacle of success.- Education Level: Any
$20,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply163Jillian Page Commerce and Trades Scholarship
Funded byJillian PageThis scholarship aims to support students who are preparing to pursue higher education in order to achieve their career goals and make a difference in the world.- Education Level: High school senior (2024 or 2025)
- State: Missouri
- Field of Study: Business, cosmetology, or the trades
$500Only 17 days left!One Click Apply164Charles W. McClain Memorial Scholarship
Funded byErin RobertsThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Charles W. McClain by supporting students from West Virginia who are working hard to earn their degrees.- Education Level: High school senior
- Location: Roane County or Jackson County, West Virginia
$1,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply165Kris Lewis Memorial Scholarship
Funded byLewis FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Kris Lewis by ensuring that any student who is interested in pursuing higher education has the opportunity to do so.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Oregon
- GPA: 2.5 or higher
- Background: Diverse extracurricular experience
$1,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply166Peyton Heart Project Scholarship in Memory of Lennon Baldwin
Funded byThe Peyton Heart ProjectThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Lennon Baldwin by raising awareness for mental health and the importance of seeking help.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: New Jersey
- School: Morristown High School
$2,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply167J.Terry Tindall Memorial Scholarship
Funded byTindallThis scholarship will honor an exceptional man's legacy by assisting a student who exhibits similar strengths and resilience.- State: Colorado
- Education Level: High School Senior
- GPA: 3.0
$3,500Only 17 days left!One Click Apply168Peyton Heart Project Scholarship in Memory of Cary Patten
Funded byThe Peyton Heart ProjectThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Cary Patten by raising awareness for mental health and the importance of seeking help.- Education Level: High school senior
- Location: Lake County, Sumter County, or Marion County, Florida
$2,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply169My Brother's Keeper Scholarship
Funded byMinistries of RestorationThis scholarship seeks to make higher education accessible for low-income students living in Michigan.- GPA: 2.5 or higher
- Financial Status: Low-income
- State: Michigan
- Religion : Christian
- Background: Church/Community Service
- Education Level: High school senior
$500Only 17 days left!One Click Apply170Alexandra Rowan Resilience in Writing Scholarship
Funded byAlexandra L. Rowan FoundationThis scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Alexandra Rowan by ensuring that her passion for language and storytelling continues to inspire generations to come.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Background: Has experienced blood clots or a clotting disorder
- Gender: Female
- Field of Study: English, creative writing
$1,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply171Alan Perlow Scholarship
Funded byPerlowThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Alan Perlow by supporting Jewish students who are dealing with financial hardship.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Ethnicity/Religion: Jewish
- Financial Status: Demonstrates FInancial Need
$754Only 17 days left!One Click Apply172Alexandra Rowan Voices of Tomorrow Scholarship
Funded byAlexandra L. Rowan FoundationThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Alexandra Rowan by supporting women who aspire to become writers and share their voices with the world.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Gender: Female
- Field of Study: English, creative writing
$3,000Only 17 days left!One Click Apply173Spaghetti and Butter Scholarship
Funded byMcVeigh FamilyThis scholarship aims to support first-generation students so they can overcome the hurdles they face and achieve their goals.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: North Carolina
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Background: First-generation college student
$500Only 18 days left!One Click Apply174Environmental Kindness Scholarship
Funded byMelissa MyersThis scholarship aims to support the next generation of environmental activists so they can pursue their careers and protect the environment.- Field of Study: Environmental studies (preservation, conservation, etc.)
$500Only 19 days left!One Click Apply175Susan Jeanne Grant Heart Award
Funded byThe Grant FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the impactful life of Susan Jeanne Grant by supporting students who have demonstrated compassion throughout high school.- Education Level: High school senior
- Background: Active in school, extracurriculars, and volunteering
- Interests: Agriculture, business, marketing, culinary, hospitality, education, human services, health, medical sciences, information technology, media arts, skilled trades, or STEM
- State: Washington
$1,000Only 19 days left!One Click Apply176George W. Jones, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRichardson Community BandThis scholarship seeks to support students who desire to continue their musical involvement throughout their years of higher education and beyond.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Texas
- Background: Participates in band
$750Only 19 days left!One Click Apply177Se 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.- State: Arizona
- Background: First-generation college student
- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latinx
$1,000Only 20 days left!One Click Apply178Coach 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.- Education Level: High school student
- School Name: Terrell High School
- State: Texas
- Background: Student-athlete
$6,000Only 20 days left!One Click Apply179Catherine 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.- Background: Employee or dependent of an employee of Rotation Digital
$2,000Only 20 days left!One Click Apply180