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Last updated on February 23, 2026

[Page 3] Top Merit-Based Scholarships with Upcoming Deadlines

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  1. "The Math Gift" Scholarship for High School Students

    Funded by
    Tampa Bay Test Prep - The Math Gift
    This scholarship seeks to support students who believe in the message that math is important for everyone to know.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Background: Planning to use math in one's career
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    $1,000
    Deadline:Apr 24, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  2. Environmental Stewardship Award

    Funded by
    Anonymous
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are recycling, sustainability, or climate change focused so they can complete their degrees and make an impact through their careers.
    • Field of Study: Environmental science or a related field
    • GPA: High school senior (3.0) or Undergraduate (2.8)
    • Education Level: High school senior or 2 or 4 year undergraduate student
    $15,000
    Deadline:Apr 24, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  3. Spark the Change Scholarship

    Funded by
    Angela Skarada
    This scholarship seeks to uplift young students who are passionate about entrepreneurship and need a little help taking the next step.
    • Education Level: High school junior or senior
    • GPA: 3.6 GPA or higher
    • Background: Volunteering experience
    • Field of Study: Business, specifically in entrepreneurship and innovation
    $500
    Deadline:Apr 24, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  4. Lieba’s Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Joran Family
    This scholarship will support college students looking to better the social-emotional wellbeing of gifted children.
    • Major: Psychology or Social Work
    • Education Level: Undergraduate
    • GPA min.: 3.5
    $1,000
    Deadline:Apr 25, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  5. Philip J. Saviano Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    James Saviano
    This scholarship seeks to reduce the cost of higher education by supporting students who are facing financial challenges.
    • School Name: Douglas High School
    • State: Massachusetts
    • Field of Study: STEM
    • Education Level: High school senior
    $100,000
    Deadline:Apr 26, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  6. Dynamic Edge Women in STEM Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dynamic Edge, Inc.
    This scholarship will be given to two women (one in Michigan and one in Tennessee) who plan to pursue degrees or certifications in STEM.
    • Degree/Certificate of interest: STEM-related
    • Gender: Identify as a woman
    • Location: Michigan or Tennessee
    $4,000
    Deadline:Apr 28, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  7. Dream BIG, Rise HIGHER Scholarship

    Funded by
    BlueHill REI LLC
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are pursuing higher education in order to make a difference and build a better tomorrow.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • GPA: 2.5 GPA or higher
    $1,000
    Deadline:Apr 29, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  8. Big Picture Scholarship

    Funded by
    Cynthia Ho
    The Big Picture Scholarship will support students driven to pursue higher education with a quest to expand their knowledge.
    • Desired Degree: Bachelors
    • Education Level: High School Senior
    $1,000
    Deadline:Apr 29, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  9. EJS Foundation Minority Scholarship

    Funded by
    The EJS Foundation
    This scholarship aims to support students who have had to overcome obstacles to pursue higher education.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • State: Arizona
    • GPA: 3.5 or higher
    • Background: Community service experience
    • Identity: Underrepresented minority
    $3,000
    Deadline:Apr 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  10. Surveys and Savings No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship aims to support students who are looking for free and easy opportunities to improve their finances.
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Deadline:Apr 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  11. Bob Thompson Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Thompson
    This scholarship seeks to give back to Bob Thompson’s community by supporting students who share his love for education.
    • State: Ohio
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Field of Study: Education
    • Education Level: High school senior or four-year undergraduate student
    $6,000
    Deadline:Apr 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  12. Candi L. Oree Leadership Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ashley Bowman
    This scholarship aims to support students who have been affected by a disability so they have the encouragement they need to persevere and achieve their dreams.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Background: Has a disability
    $500
    Deadline:Apr 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  13. Kristie's Kids - Loving Arms Around Those Impacted By Cancer Scholarship

    Funded by
    McFarling
    This scholarship seeks to support students who have been impacted by cancer, whether they’ve lost loved ones or are survivors themselves.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: Texas
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Background: Affected by cancer
    $5,000
    Deadline:Apr 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  14. Glenda I. Tanner Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tanner Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Glenda I. Tanner, who believed that everyone should have the chance to attend college.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: Washington
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • College Goals: Plans to attend Central Washington University
    $500
    Deadline:May 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  15. Evan James Vaillancourt Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Vaillancourt
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Evan James Vaillancourt by helping students pursue nursing careers.
    • Field of Study: Nursing
    • Background: Community service or volunteering experience
    • GPA: 3.5 or higher
    • Education Level: High school senior
    $1,200
    Deadline:May 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  16. Chi Changemaker Scholarship

    Funded by
    Claire Chi
    This merit-based scholarship aims to support students who demonstrate significant social impact and who plan to continue being changemakers.
    • Education Level: High school student or 2026 graduate
    • Age: 14-18 years old
    • GPA: 3.5 GPA or higher
    • Background: Non-profit or volunteering experience
    $1,000
    Deadline:May 01, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  17. Joseph A. Terbrack ALS Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Laura Terbrack
    This scholarship aims to uplift and support students who have been impacted by ALS, so they have the strength and resources necessary to continue pursuing their dreams.
    • Background: Impacted by ALS (personally, through a family member, etc.)
    • Education Level: High school student, high school graduate, or current undergraduate student
    $1,000
    Deadline:May 02, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  18. Women of Impact Education Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tiara Sweat
    This scholarship seeks to support underrepresented women as they make their mark in higher education and achieve their academic goals.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • Race: BIPOC
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • GPA: 2.5 GPA or higher
    • Field of Study: Criminal justice, law, or law enforcement
    • Background: Volunteer experience
    $1,000
    Deadline:May 02, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  19. Ronald and Betty Thomas Educational Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Thomas Family, Ron & Betty
    This scholarship will support high school students in Florida majoring in education.
    • Background: First-generation college student
    • Desired Major: Education
    • GPA: 3.0
    • Education Level: High school
    • State: Florida
    $2,000
    Deadline:May 03, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  20. NLF Scholarship

    Funded by
    No Lost Food
    This scholarship aims to support the next generation of environmental leaders so they can complete the training they need to make an impact on the environment.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    • Background: Community service experience
    • College Status: Accepted into an accredited four-year college or university as a full-time student
    • Interests: Passion for the environment
    $1,000
    Deadline:May 04, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  21. Sam Stoy "Captain America" Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stoy Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Sam Stoy by supporting students who demonstrate leadership and are enthusiastic about making a difference for fellow students.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • School Name: Tidewater Tech
    • State: Virginia
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Field of Study: Combination/maritime welding program
    • Background: Great attendance record
    $2,000
    Deadline:May 11, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  22. Christina Taylese Singh Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Singh Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Christina Taylese Singh by supporting students who are following in Christina’s footsteps.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Field of Study: Medicine/healthcare
    • Background: Volunteering experience
    $1,000
    Deadline:May 12, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  23. Edna McGrowder Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ferguson
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Edna McGrowder by continuing her mission of helping the next generation pursue their academic dreams.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • College Goals: Will pursue a four-year degree
    • Immigration: Immigrant or child of immigrants
    • GPA: 3.8 GPA or higher
    • Background: Low-income, First-generation college student
    $2,500
    Deadline:May 13, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  24. Maureen C. Pace Memorial Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Pace Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the incredible life of Maureen C. Pace by supporting the next generation of change-making nurses as they pursue higher education.
    • State: New York
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Field of Study: Nursing
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate or graduate student
    $2,500
    Deadline:May 15, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  25. Commitment to Excellence Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Natale Foundation Inc
    This scholarship aims to honor Joseph’s life by providing financial relief to qualified students who need help financing their pursuit of higher education.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: New Jersey
    • Field of Study: Music, dance, or theater
    • GPA: 3.5 GPA
    $4,000
    Deadline:May 17, 2026
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  26. Williams Foundation Trailblazer Scholarship

    Funded by
    Williams Foundation
    This scholarship seeks to recognize and celebrate young trailblazers who are forging their own paths in life.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Financial Background: Low-income
    • GPA: 2.5 or higher
    • Race: BIPOC
    $1,000
    Deadline:May 19, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  27. Honorable Shawn Long Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    United Disabilities Services Foundation
    This scholarship will honor Shawn Long by supporting a high school senior in Pennsylvania.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • State: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
    $20,000
    Deadline:May 22, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  28. Imm Astronomy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Gary Imm
    This scholarship will support undergraduate students who plan to make a career out of their passion for Astronomy.
    • Interests: Astronomy
    • Field of Study: Astronomy, Astrophysics, Science or Engineering
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    $4,000
    Deadline:May 22, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  29. William Smith Scholarship

    Funded by
    Smith Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of William Smith by supporting students who are passionate about music.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Background: Community service experience
    • Desired Career Field: Music
    $3,000
    Deadline:May 23, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  30. Dental Hygiene Basics Bachelor's Completion Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dental Hygiene Basics
    This scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers while uplifting motivated professionals who are committed to growth, service, and leadership.
    • Education Level: Pursuing a bachelor's degree
    • Education Background: Has earned an associate degree in dental hygiene
    • Field of Study: Dental hygiene
    $1,000
    Deadline:May 28, 2026
    One Click Apply
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