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[Page 7] The 210 Best Essay Scholarships in June 2026

Updated: June 8, 2026

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Writing scholarship essays shouldn’t feel like homework. Bold.org essay scholarships reward authenticity and creativity. Here, we rank top options by award amount, deadline, and eligibility so you can apply with confidence.

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  1. WCEJ Thornton Foundation Tools of the Trade Scholarship

    Funded by
    WC & EJ Thornton Foundation
    This scholarship seeks to help provide funding for vocational and alternative career students to obtain the tools they need for their chosen trades.
    Amount
    $15,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    181
  2. Kaprieasha Tyler Healthcare Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kaprieasha Tyler
    This scholarship aims to support dedicated students who are passionate about pursuing careers in healthcare.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    182
  3. Jean Ramirez Scholarship

    Funded by
    JR98 Inc
    This scholarship will support students who are immediate family members of a suicide victim.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    183
  4. Dr. Michal Lomask Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Shemesh-lomask
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Dr. Michal Lomask by supporting students who have faced financial difficulty as they pursue higher education.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    184
  5. SigaLa Education Scholarship

    Funded by
    Karina Sigala
    This scholarship seeks to support minority students who are pursuing careers in STEM in order to make a difference in the world.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    185
  6. Southwest Investment Advisors Scholarship

    Funded by
    Southwest Investment Advisors, Inc.
    This scholarship aims to empower women to join the finance field so they can boost representation and make a difference in the industry.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    186
  7. WCEJ Thornton Foundation Music & Art Scholarship

    Funded by
    WC & EJ Thornton Foundation
    This scholarship will be awarded to students who have big aspirations for their artistic career.
    Amount
    $30,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    187
  8. Ja-Tek Scholarship Award

    Funded by
    Jadin Hutchinson
    This scholarship aims to support underrepresented students as they pursue their dreams in the field of engineering.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    188
  9. New York Women in Accounting Scholarship

    Funded by
    Alicia M Barr CPA PLLC
    This scholarship seeks to create a more cohesive and diverse workforce in the finance field by making higher education more accessible.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Jul 2, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    189
  10. Lost Dreams Awaken Scholarship

    Funded by
    Benjamin Bozworth
    This scholarship aims to support a college student in recovery from substance abuse or alcohol.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 2, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    190
  11. Perry Brown Performing Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Mary McIntyre
    This scholarship aims to support young actors and dancers who have the talent, ambition, and drive necessary to thrive in the entertainment industry.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 2, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    191
  12. Stevie Kirton Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stevie Kirton Memorial Foundation
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Stevie Kirton by supporting students who have lost a parent.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 2, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    192
  13. Portland Aerospace Scholarship

    Funded by
    Catherine Spivey
    This scholarship aims to support students who are interested in and working towards a career in the aerospace industry, with an emphasis on those who contribute to the diversity of the industry.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 2, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    193
  14. First Generation Scholarship For Underprivileged Students

    Funded by
    Alicia Diomande
    This scholarship aims to support students who are the first in their families to go to college and earn their degrees.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Jul 3, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    194
  15. Lovin Line Boring LLC Scholarship for Florida Wrestlers

    Funded by
    Lovin Line Boring LLC
    This scholarship aims to support students who are balancing their scholastic responsibilities with a passion for wrestling.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 3, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    195
  16. Resiliency Award

    Funded by
    Katarina Kent
    This scholarship aims to encourage students to further their studies by providing the financial support they need to do so.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 4, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    196
  17. Hazel & Olive Sweet Horizons Scholarship

    Funded by
    Hazel and Olive
    This scholarship is intended to encourage and support students who have been impacted by domestic violence as they take the next step toward their goals.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 4, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    197
  18. Max Bungard Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Christian Fitness Association Inc.
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Max Bungard by supporting students who share his journey and by raising awareness of the dangers of drug addiction and fentanyl.
    Amount
    $10,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 5, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    198
  19. 1st Generation People Of Color Patrick Copney Memorial Music/Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Robin Copney
    This scholarship will honor the memory of Patrick Copney and help support first generation students who are pursuing a music or arts degree.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 5, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    199
  20. SIA Financial Planning Scholarship

    Funded by
    Southwest Investment Advisors, Inc.
    This scholarship seeks to attract, support, educate, and develop leaders within the financial advisory profession.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 5, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    200
  21. Jill S. Tolley Scholarship

    Funded by
    Caleb Banegas
    This scholarship aims to support single mothers so they can overcome the obstacles they face and complete their college degrees.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jul 5, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    201
  22. John Acuña Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Acuna
    This 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
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 6, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    202
  23. SBJ Scholarship

    Funded by
    Juanita Parker
    This 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
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jul 6, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    203
  24. Dr. Rajesh Aggarwal Scholarship for Scientific Studies

    Funded by
    The Aggarwal Family
    This scholarship seeks to support the next great minds of science by helping low-income high school students in Massachusetts and New Jersey afford their college education.
    Amount
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 6, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    204
  25. Beyond The Ride Scholarship

    Funded by
    Pam Blass
    This scholarship aims to recognize children who have lost siblings by rewarding their resilience and supporting them through their pursuit of higher education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 6, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    205
  26. Tia Lukeya Woods from Books Pages to Boarding Passes Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tanika Cabral
    This 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
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 7, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    206
  27. Arin Kel Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Blind Intelligence llc
    This 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
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jul 8, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    207
  28. Anthony McPherson Memorial Automotive Scholarship

    Funded by
    Denese McPherson
    This 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
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jul 8, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    208
  29. Jeanne Murphy Scholarship: Compassion in Action

    Funded by
    Say Yes to the Ess-ay
    This 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
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 8, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    209
  30. Meritus Legacy of Service Scholar Award

    Funded by
    Meritus Legacy of Service
    This scholarship aims to support graduating students from service-oriented families who are pursuing higher education.
    Amount
    $40,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 8, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    210