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[Page 7] Top Essay Scholarships to Apply for in January 2026

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  1. Carolyn Hawkins Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Joye Ashby, Sherri Leimer, Jennifer Fields, and Mary Martin
    This scholarship will honor the life of Carolyn Hawkins and support a high school senior in Tennessee.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: Tennessee
    • Background: Low-income
    $500
    Deadline:Mar 10, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  2. Stitt Family Aeronautics & Aerospace Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stitt
    This scholarship supports determined students who want to be at the forefront of aeronautics or aerospace and need additional financial assistance to achieve their goals.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Background: Financial need
    • GPA: 3.5 or higher if in high school; 3.3 or higher if undergraduate
    • Field of Study: Aerospace or aeronautics
    • Degree Level: High School senior or undergraduate
    • State: Arizona, Colorado, California, Nevada, Oregon, or Washington
    $22,500
    Deadline:Mar 11, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  3. Susie Green Scholarship for Women Pursuing Education

    Funded by
    Jessica Green
    This scholarship seeks to honor Susie Green’s legacy by supporting women returning to education who embody Susie’s strength, capability, and resolve.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate, graduate, vocational, or professional degree student
    • Age: 35+ years old
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Background: Career change or second career
    $9,000
    Deadline:Mar 11, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  4. Schlosser Healthcare Risk Equilibrium Scholarship

    Funded by
    Elliot Omanson
    This scholarship aims to honor Mario Schlosser by supporting students who want to reform healthcare with technology.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • Field of Study: Computer science, health informatics, applied math, or data science
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 14, 2026
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  5. Erin Lanae's HBCU Excellence Scholarship

    Funded by
    Erin Bynes
    This scholarship seeks to support students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities who need assistance paying for their schooling.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Age: At least eighteen years old
    • School: Howard University
    $500
    Deadline:Mar 14, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  6. James T. Godwin Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Cybrix Group, Inc.
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of James T. Godwin by sharing his encouragement of learning with others while supporting those affiliated with the military.
    • Background: Has a military family member (veteran or active duty)
    • Education Level: High school senior, trade school, undergraduate or graduate
    $7,000
    Deadline:Mar 14, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  7. William T. Sullivan Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Meaghan Sullivan
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of William T. Sullivan by supporting a student who embodies his spirit of community involvement.
    • Education Level: High school senior who will attend a two or four-year college
    • State: New York
    • Background: Volunteering experience
    $1,250
    Deadline:Mar 14, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  8. Arne Hyson Memorial Scholarship: Studies in Mental Health and Related Healthcare

    Funded by
    Hyson family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Arne Hyson by supporting students who share his passion for mental health.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • Location: Northern California
    • Background: Financial need
    • Field of Study: Mental health or related healthcare
    $4,000
    Deadline:Mar 14, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  9. Koehler Family Trades and Engineering Scholarship

    Funded by
    Koehler Family
    This scholarship seeks to support students pursuing careers in engineering or the trades so they can afford to complete their degrees.
    • Field of Study: Engineering or the trades
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or trade school student
    $500
    Deadline:Mar 14, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  10. Dr. G. Yvette Pegues Disability Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dream Write Hope University
    This scholarship aims to support students who have disabilities so they can overcome the barriers they face and flourish in their pursuit of higher education.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • GPA: 3.0 or above
    • Interests: Disability advocacy, disability justice, special education training/certification
    • Background: Living with a disability, supporting disabled communities/families
    $500
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  11. Bob and Joan Miller Community Service Award

    Funded by
    Herman Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the lives of Bob and Joan Miller by supporting students who share their commitment to service.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: New York
    • County: Rockland County
    • Background: Volunteer experience
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  12. Willie Louis Pegues Science Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dream Write Hope University
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Willie Louis Pegues by supporting students who share his commitment to education, family, and community service.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Science
    • Background: Financial need
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    $500
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  13. Student Referee Scholarship

    Funded by
    Officials Depot LLC
    This scholarship seeks to reward exceptional student referees who exemplify integrity, dedication, and a passion for sportsmanship.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Background: Referee or umpire
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  14. Raise Me Up to DO GOOD Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ginger Zappa
    This scholarship seeks to support students who have been raised by parents who have made an impact on them and their ambitions.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or trade school student
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Background: From a single-parent or blended-family home
    $3,000
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  15. Jamie Anderson Scholarship

    Funded by
    Gwendolyn Johnson
    The Jamie Anderson Scholarship aims to support and encourage young individuals who, like Jamie, have a desire to pursue a career in social work despite facing difficult circumstances.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: Ohio
    • GPA: 2.0-3.0 GPA
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  16. Go Blue Crew Scholarship

    Funded by
    Brian Thelen
    This scholarship will support a high school student at Hudson High School, Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central High School, or South Lyon High School.
    • GPA: 3.5 or higher
    • State: Michigan
    • Education Level: High school senior
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  17. Joanette Coogan Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Coogan Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life and memory of Joanette Coogan by supporting students who are graduating from Ellsworth High School or Hayward High School in Wisconsin.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: Wisconsin
    • School Name: Ellsworth High School or Hayward High School
    $5,000
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  18. Beatrice Diaz Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lisa Truppa
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Beatrice Diaz by supporting students who are passionate about pursuing degrees in business administration or education.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • State: Texas
    • Field of Study: Education or business administration
    • Preferred County: Hays County
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  19. Autumn Davis Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Miranda Warren
    This scholarship seeks to support students who will be pursuing the mental health field in some capacity with their careers.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Field of Study: Mental health (nursing, social work, psychology, or counseling)
    $500
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  20. Transgender Future Scholarship

    Funded by
    Chloe Sheppard
    This scholarship seeks to support transgender students who are passionate about improving the world for those following in their footsteps.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Gender Identity: Transgender or non-binary
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  21. Gabriel Martin Memorial Annual Scholarship

    Funded by
    Robbie and Ginger Martin
    This scholarship aims to support under-privileged students so they can complete their education and make an impact through their careers.
    • Education Level: High school junior or senior
    • Health: Has a medical condition
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  22. Rev. Frank W. Steward Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dr. Franshea Vandross
    This scholarship will support a high school senior in Florida who has experience volunteering.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: Florida
    • Experience: Volunteering or community service
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    $500
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  23. Fuiava Environmental Science Scholarship

    Funded by
    Nathan Fuiava
    This scholarship aims to support young Samoans who feel a responsibility to care for our environment, guided by the values of fa‘a Samoa—respect, service, family, and love for the land and sea that sustain us.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Background: Pacific Islander, students from American Samoa preferred
    • Field of Study: Environmental science, protection, etc.
    $1,500
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  24. Tebra Laney Hopson All Is Well Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tebra Hopson All Is Well Scholarship Inc
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Tebra Laney Hopson by supporting students who share her love of learning.
    • State: Texas
    • Education Level: High school student
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  25. Evangelist Nellie Delores Blount Boyce Scholarship

    Funded by
    Family of the Honored
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Nellie Delores Blount Boyce by supporting students who are preparing to pursue higher education.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Race: African American
    • Religion: Christian
    $500
    Deadline:Mar 16, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  26. DC's Opportunity Grant

    Funded by
    Dwight Morales
    This scholarship aims to empower low-income, first-generation students in the Greater Los Angeles Region in California to pursue high-demand trade careers.
    • Background: First-generation college student
    • Financial Status: Low-income student
    • Education Plans: Trade school (HVAC, plumbing, electric, automotive repair, etc.)
    • Education Level: High school senior or high school graduate
    • Location: Greater Los Angeles Region in California
    $2,000
    Deadline:Mar 16, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  27. Healing Futures Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kiana Lewis
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are committed to advancing health equity, wellness, and medical care in underserved communities by engaging in work rooted in empathy and cultural specificity.
    • Education Level: Graduate student
    • Race: African American
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Field of Study: Medicine, nursing, public health, mental health, nutrition, or wellness
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 16, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  28. God Hearted Girls Scholarship

    Funded by
    God Hearted Girls
    This scholarship will support a female high school student who practices Christianity.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Gender: Female
    • Religion: Christianity
    $500
    Deadline:Mar 17, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  29. Hawk Houghton Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Krystal Ziv
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Hawk Houghton by supporting students who spread positivity to their schools and communities.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • School Name: Cheltenham High School
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 17, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  30. Taylor Legal Services Scholarship

    Funded by
    Taylor Legal Services
    This scholarship aims to support students from rural high schools who are preparing to attend college and pursue law.
    • Background: Demonstrate involvement in community service, leadership, or extracurricular activities that reflect a commitment to justice, fairness or public service
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • School Name: West Stokes High School, South Stokes High School, North Stokes High School, or Stokes Early College High School
    • State: North Carolina
    • College Plans: Will attend a four-year college
    • Field of Study: Law
    • GPA: 3.5 or higher
    $3,800
    Deadline:Mar 17, 2026
    One Click Apply
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