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[Page 4] The 240 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in May 2026

Updated: May 25, 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. 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.
    Amount
    $3,500
    Deadline:
    Mar 15, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    91

  2. Ed and Aline Patane Kind, Compassion, Joy and Generosity Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Donna Davis
    This scholarship seeks to honor the lives of Ed and Aline Patane by supporting students who have consistently demonstrated kindness, generosity, and a genuine spirit of care and service throughout their young lives.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    Dec 1, 2025
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    92

  3. Ruebenna Greenfield Flack Scholarship

    Funded by
    Enya Flack
    This scholarship will support underrepresented female minorities currently pursuing a higher education.
    Amount
    $2,300
    Deadline:
    Sep 15, 2023
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    93

  4. LOVE like JJ Scholarship in Memory of Jonathan "JJ" Day

    Funded by
    LOVE like JJ
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Jonathan "JJ" Day by supporting students who have lost a sibling and are learning to adjust to life in their absence.
    Amount
    $2,250
    Deadline:
    Feb 9, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    94

  5. Driven by Drum Corps Scholarship

    Funded by
    Santos Creative Services | Marching With Travis
    This scholarship aims to support and inspire talented individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication and skill in the drum corps international.
    Amount
    $4,020
    Deadline:
    Apr 1, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    95

  6. TEAM ROX Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stapleton
    This scholarship aims to support students who have exhibited the skills and values of helping others become their best selves.
    Amount
    $1,730
    Deadline:
    Feb 20, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    96

  7. Minority Students and Criminal Justice Reform Scholarship

    Funded by
    Conteh Family
    To honor the legacy of Musa Conteh, this scholarship will be awarded to one Black student who is dedicated to bettering the lives of other disadvantaged people of color by changing the very system that oppresses them.
    Amount
    $800
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2021
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    97

  8. Stefanie Ann Cronin Make a Difference Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jaymie Scotto & Associates, LLC
    This scholarship seeks to memorialize Stefanie Ann Cronin by supporting the educational endeavors of students who embody her dedication to success, community, environmental appreciation, and caring for others.
    Amount
    $3,500
    Deadline:
    Feb 14, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    98

  9. Brad Hinshaw Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Crystal Hinshaw
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Brad Hinshaw by supporting students who have been impacted by cancer.
    Amount
    $750
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    99

  10. CARLOS E. REID XXV SCHOLARSHIP

    Funded by
    Reid Family
    This scholarship aims to honor Carlos E. Reid’s legacy by supporting students with financial need who are studying the arts.
    Amount
    $2,225
    Deadline:
    Jun 19, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    100

  11. C.L. Scholarship of Black Women in Engineering

    Funded by
    Chantelé Lewis
    This scholarship seeks to support Black women who are passionate about breaking into the field of engineering so they can have the resources necessary to complete their education.
    Amount
    $2,095
    Deadline:
    Jun 18, 2024
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    101

  12. Success Beyond Borders

    Funded by
    Youth Always Wins
    This scholarship seeks to support students and help them bring their dreams to life by creatively expressing what inspires them to keep moving forward in life.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    102

  13. Derk Golden Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Shari Golden
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Derk Golden by supporting athletes in their pursuit of higher education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 15, 2024
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    103

  14. Dimon A. Williams Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Arlecia Threbits
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Dimon A. Williams by supporting students from single-parent families who are pursuing higher education.
    Amount
    $1,050
    Deadline:
    Jul 26, 2024
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    104

  15. Norman C. Nelson IV Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Solaita
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Norman C. Nelson IV by supporting students who are pursuing medical careers.
    Amount
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    May 11, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    105

  16. Luis Escobar III Foundation Scholarship

    Funded by
    Escobar
    This scholarship aims to support Christian students who are passionate about engineering and using their talents to give back.
    Amount
    $40,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 11, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    106

  17. Alger Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lily Rannacher
    This scholarship aims to support students who display the qualities of stellar work ethic, dedication to volunteerism, and eagerness to excel academically.
    Amount
    $550
    Deadline:
    Oct 1, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    107

  18. Hyacinth Malcolm Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Malcolm Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Hyacinth Malcolm by supporting students throughout their pursuit of higher education.
    Amount
    $6,171
    Deadline:
    Dec 1, 2023
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    5 winners
    Takes minutes
    108

  19. Ella Hall-Dillon Scholarship

    Funded by
    Letta Belle
    This scholarship will support high school seniors and undergraduate students who are of African descent and are first or second generation to the United States.
    Amount
    $3,470
    Deadline:
    Aug 1, 2023
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    109

  20. Lauren Czebatul Scholarship

    Funded by
    Nick Scheller
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Lauren Czebatul by supporting students looking to pursue a higher education.
    Amount
    $5,590
    Deadline:
    Aug 4, 2023
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    110

  21. Valerie Rabb Academic Scholarship

    Funded by
    All Val's Children Foundation
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Valerie Rabb by supporting students who will pursue higher education.
    Amount
    $1,800
    Deadline:
    Apr 21, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    111

  22. Beyond The C.L.O.U.D Scholarship

    Funded by
    Beyond The C.L.O.U.D
    This scholarship will support a female college student pursuing a career in business or STEM.
    Amount
    $1,020
    Deadline:
    Mar 10, 2024
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    112

  23. Najma Sultana Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Muhammad Ali
    This scholarship will support high school seniors who will be pursuing a career in the medical or healthcare field.
    Amount
    $1,020
    Deadline:
    Mar 25, 2023
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    113

  24. Ava Wood Stupendous Love Scholarship

    Funded by
    Heather Wood
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Ava Wood by supporting students who choose compassion over comparison, bravery over conformity, and stupendous, wholehearted love over everything else.
    Amount
    $2,175
    Deadline:
    Apr 30, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is in review
    Takes minutes
    114

  25. Monroe Justice and Equality Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Louis Strickland
    This scholarship will support high school seniors.
    Amount
    $1,040
    Deadline:
    Apr 4, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    115

  26. Veterans Writing Group of San Diego Ernie Pyle Award

    Funded by
    Veterans' Writing Group of San Diego County
    This scholarship seeks to support military veterans who are pursuing their education and those who are active military to cover their college expenses.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Sep 30, 2023
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    116

  27. Hearts to Serve, Minds to Teach Scholarship

    Funded by
    Katie Vazquez
    This scholarship aims to support and celebrate aspiring educators who see teaching for all that it is and are passionate about making a difference in students’ lives.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Dec 1, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    117

  28. Sewing Seeds: Lena B. Davis Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Nekia Davis
    This scholarship aims to support underrepresented students.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 12, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    118

  29. Walking In Authority International Ministry Scholarship

    Funded by
    Walking in Authority International Ministry
    This scholarship will support a student who is passionate about making a difference in their community.
    Amount
    $550
    Deadline:
    Nov 8, 2024
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    119

  30. Brian Chellios Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stacie Streicher
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Brian Chellios by supporting the next generation of brave fire service workers.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jan 2, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    120
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