Last updated on May 19, 2025

[Page 6] Best Essay Scholarships to Apply for in 2025

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  1. 200 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship will be awarded to the student whose Bold.org profile is the most bold, and who has earned at least 200 Bold Points.
    All students are eligible
    $2,000
    Only 14 days left!
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  2. Team USA Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship aims to encourage students to root for Team USA and share their appreciation for their favorite athletes!
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  3. NYT Connections Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support avid players of The New York Times' "Connections" puzzle who have an idea for their own puzzle!
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
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  4. Love Island Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship aims to support students who are fans of "Love Island" and are invested in the stories on screen.
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
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  5. Pangeta & Ivory Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ferguson
    This scholarship aims to honor the lives of Pangeta and Ivory by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in nursing.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Nursing
    $7,000
    Only 14 days left!
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  6. Charli XCX brat Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support fans of Charli XCX and the brat album who have been impacted by the music!
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
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    156
  7. Chappell Roan Superfan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support fans of Chappell Roan who have been impacted by her music.
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
    157
  8. Sabrina Carpenter Superfan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support fans of Sabrina Carpenter who have been impacted by her career.
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
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  9. SZA Fan No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support fans of SZA’s incredible music and lyrics so they can pursue their dreams!
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  10. Matthew J. Kauffman Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kauffman Family
    This scholarship will support a healthcare major in Ohio.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate
    • State: Ohio
    • Major/Field: Healthcare
    $1,500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  11. Survey Junkie Brand Influencer No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is great for anyone who loves getting paid for sharing their opinions on products and services.
    All students are eligible
    $1,000
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
    161
  12. Let Your Light Shine Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ashley Thacker
    This scholarship seeks to support motivated students who dream of becoming entrepreneurs after completing their college education.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • GPA: 3.2 or higher
    • Field of Study: Entrepreneurship
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    • Background: Involved in volunteer work
    $1,000
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  13. Gayle McKinney-Griffith Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    McKinney- Griffith
    This scholarship supports underrepresented minorities majoring in dance.
    • Field of Interest: Dance
    • Education Leve: High school or Undergraduate
    • Identity: Person of color
    $1,000
    Only 14 days left!
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  14. Shape the News No-Essay Survey Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support opinionated students who want to make their voices heard in order to drive change.
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
    164
  15. Wicked Fan No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support fans of Wicked who are excited about the new movie adaptation of the story!
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
    165
  16. Wicked Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support fans of Wicked who are excited about the new movie adaptation of the story!
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
    166
  17. SCFU Scholarship for HBCU Business Students

    Funded by
    The Social Change Fund United
    This scholarship seeks to support Black students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) pursuing business-related degrees.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • School Type: Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
    • Major: Business-related
    $40,000
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  18. Michael Pride, Jr/ProjectEX Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kacie Allen-Pride
    This scholarship aims to support underserved students so they can overcome the obstacles they face and achieve their educational goals.
    • Field of Study: Social work, behavioral science, human services, or substance abuse counseling
    • Gender: Male
    • Race: Black
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    $1,300
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  19. Bulkthreads.com's "Let's Build Together" Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bulkthreads.com
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are pursuing higher education in order to make a marked difference in the world.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
    169
  20. Billie Eilish Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship aims to support students who are fans of Billie Eilish and have been impacted by her music.
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
    170
  21. Keels Pay-It-Forward Scholarship

    Funded by
    Shaquil Keels
    This scholarship aims to encourage students to pursue whatever form of higher education they feel called to so they can find fulfillment in their careers.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • School Name: A. Philip Randolph Career and Technical High School
    • Background: Accepted to a college or trade school
    $1,000
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
    171
  22. LeBron James Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are fans of LeBron James and have been inspired by his career.
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
    172
  23. Disability in Social Work Scholarship

    Funded by
    Disability & Well-Being In Social Work
    This scholarship aims to support students with disabilities who are pursuing higher education in order to pursue their passions.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Field of Study: Social work
    • Identity: Disabled, chronically ill, or neurodivergent
    $1,515
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  24. Jerrye Chesnes Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Chesnes
    This scholarship will honor the memory of Jerrye Chesnes and support college students returning to school after a break in education to raise children.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate
    • Background: Parent, returning to school
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  25. Frederick and Bernice Beretta Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Beretta Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memories of Frederick and Bernice Beretta by supporting students who are trying to better themselves through education.
    • State: California
    • Background: Financial need
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or trade school student
    $5,000
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  26. Coach Doc Ryan Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ryan family
    This 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
    $6,000
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  27. Bear Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support fans of "The Bear" who have a vision for the characters' futures!
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
    177
  28. Ranger Rise Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ranger Liquor Mart & Bar
    This scholarship will support an undergraduate student at the University of Wyoming.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate
    • School: University of Wyoming
    $500
    Only 14 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  29. DAC Rugby Scholarship

    Funded by
    RA Beck Sports & Entertainment DAC Coaching Services
    This scholarship seeks to support student-athletes who are pursuing rugby alongside their educational endeavors.
    • Sport: Rugby
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    $500
    Only 15 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  30. Marcus Matias Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rojas-Matias Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life and memory of Marcus Matias by supporting students who share his passion.
    • Field of Study: Automotive industry
    • Education Level: High school senior
    $1,000
    Only 15 days left!
    One Click Apply
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