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[Page 3] The 240 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in November 2026

Updated: November 9, 2026

Written by:Elise
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If you’ve worked hard in school, scholarships should reward that effort. This page highlights merit-based scholarships on Bold.org, ranked by award amount, effort, and eligibility — built to recognize your achievements.

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  1. H. Thomas Pittman STEM Scholarship

    Funded by
    H. Thomas Pittman
    Open to Black male high school seniors with a 3.0 GPA or higher pursuing STEM.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 29, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    61

  2. Poynter Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Poynter Foundation
    Open to undergraduate and graduate students who are single parents and have a 2.8 GPA or higher.
    Amount
    $15,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 1, 2027
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    62

  3. Hogan Scholarship

    Funded by
    David Hogan
    Open to Reynoldsburg High School seniors in Ohio with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 1, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    63

  4. Kira Jennings Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Patricia Spore
    Open to seniors at Center High School in Antelope, California.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Apr 2, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    64

  5. Proverbs 3:27 Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kye-Keyann Bates
    Open to Apostolic or Pentecostal Christian high school seniors with volunteering experience and a 3.0+ GPA.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Apr 4, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    65

  6. Michael James Mitrik Soccer Scholarship

    Funded by
    Vaccaro/Mitrik Family
    Open to Oklahoma high school seniors who play soccer and have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 4, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    66

  7. Valley Wolfpack Alumni Scholarship

    Funded by
    Valley Wolfpack Football and Cheer Association
    Open to seniors at Sumner, Auburn, Cascade Christian, Puyallup, Bonney Lake, or White River High School who play football or cheer.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    Apr 11, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    67

  8. Jamie Anderson Scholarship

    Funded by
    Gwendolyn Johnson
    Open to Ohio high school seniors with a GPA between 2.0 and 3.0.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 14, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    68

  9. Strides 4 Gianluca Scholarship

    Funded by
    Strides 4 Gianluca
    Open to high school seniors with a disability and at least a 3.0 GPA.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 19, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    69

  10. Scorenavigator Financial Literacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    ScoreNavigator Inc
    Open to low-income high school juniors and seniors with a 3.0+ GPA.
    Amount
    $7,500
    Deadline:
    Apr 23, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    70

  11. Lieba’s Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Joran Family
    Open to bachelor's and master's students studying psychology or social work with a 3.5 GPA or higher.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 24, 2027
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    71

  12. Evan James Vaillancourt Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Vaillancourt
    Open to high school seniors pursuing nursing with a 3.5 GPA or higher and volunteer experience.
    Amount
    $1,200
    Deadline:
    Apr 30, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    72

  13. Kalia D. Davis Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    LaDonna Mitchell
    Open to high school seniors and undergraduates with sports and community service experience and a 3.0 GPA.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 30, 2027
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    73

  14. Glenda I. Tanner Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tanner Family
    Open to Washington high school seniors with a 3.0 GPA or higher planning to attend Central Washington University.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 30, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    74

  15. Kenneth G. Tanner Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tanner Family
    Open to first-generation high school seniors in Washington with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 30, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    75

  16. Jack D. McWilliams, Sr. Scholarship

    Funded by
    The McWilliams Family
    Open to high school students in Cincinnati, Ohio, with a 3.0+ GPA.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 7, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    76

  17. Chi Changemaker Scholarship

    Funded by
    Claire Chi
    Open to high school and college students ages 13 to 20 with a 3.5 GPA or higher and volunteer experience.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 14, 2027
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    77

  18. Kristen McCartney Perseverance Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kristen’s Krew
    Open to female high school juniors and seniors in North Carolina with a 3.5 GPA or higher.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    May 14, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    78

  19. Maureen C. Pace Memorial Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Pace Family
    Open to New York high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students in nursing with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    May 14, 2027
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    79

  20. Ojeda Multi-County Youth Scholarship

    Funded by
    Geanette Rodriguez-Ojeda
    Open to Black or Hispanic high school seniors with at least a 2.9 GPA.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    May 24, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    80

  21. Fuerza de V.N.C.E. Scholarship

    Funded by
    Javier Segovia
    Open to first-generation undergraduates at four-year colleges studying social work with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jun 10, 2027
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    81

  22. Rob Snyder Memorial Golf Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kellie Snyder
    Open to high school junior and senior golfers in Florida, Georgia, or Massachusetts with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 18, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    82

  23. Brian Moore Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kendra Bruner
    Open to high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students in Florida or Texas pursuing healthcare or engineering with a 3.0+ GPA.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 29, 2027
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    83

  24. Well-Rounded Student Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kevin Kozlen
    Open to Illinois bachelor's degree students with a 3.0 GPA or higher who have studied a foreign language.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2027
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    84

  25. Vu Tous Literary Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lauren McDonald
    Open to Michigan high school seniors with a 3.0+ GPA planning to study writing, journalism, communications, or a related field.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jul 30, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    85

  26. RodentPro.com® Animal Advocate Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rodent Pro
    Open to undergraduates, high school seniors, and high school graduates with a 3.0+ GPA pursuing veterinary, animal science, or wildlife fields.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 5, 2027
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    86

  27. Champions Of A New Path Scholarship

    Funded by
    Better Start Movement
    Open to undergraduate and graduate students with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Nov 24, 2027
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    87

  28. Jeanie A. Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Katie Buckentine
    This scholarship will support an undergraduate student pursuing a career in healthcare or agriculture.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Dec 8, 2023
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    88

  29. Glider AI-Omni Inclusive Allies of LGBTQ+ (GOAL+) Scholarship

    Funded by
    Omni Inclusive
    This scholarship aims to support LGBTQ+ individuals who are passionate about pursuing higher education and making a positive impact on their community through their education.
    Amount
    $12,000
    Deadline:
    Sep 1, 2022
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    89

  30. Moriah Janae Dance Grant

    Funded by
    Kendra Royster
    This grant aims to help one high school dancer continue to practice their art and follow their passion for dance.
    Amount
    $1,780
    Deadline:
    Jul 27, 2022
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    90
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