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[Page 6] The 240 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in October 2026

Updated: October 12, 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. Betty and Louie Dicks SCSU Scholarship

    Funded by
    Augustus Dicks
    This scholarship seeks to honor Betty & Louie Dicks by supporting an undergraduate male student at South Carolina State University.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Aug 3, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    151

  2. Bobie Bao Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bao Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life and spirit of Bobie Bao by supporting students who share his driven attitude.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 9, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    152

  3. 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.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    May 11, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    153

  4. Grant Woolard Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rachel Yates
    This scholarship aims to honor Grant Woolard’s love of music and intellectual curiosity by supporting students studying music or foreign languages.
    Amount
    $1,300
    Deadline:
    Aug 1, 2022
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    154

  5. Anita Moore-Hubbard "Butterfly Effect" Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sonjanita Moore
    This scholarship honors Anita Moore-Hubbard's legacy of service by supporting African American high school seniors in Illinois with a 3.0 GPA or higher and a commitment to community service or volunteering.
    Amount
    $1,275
    Deadline:
    Jun 7, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    155

  6. Joe Massaro Achievement Scholarship

    Funded by
    Emily Tsai
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Joe Massaro by uplifting students who participate in music programs.
    Amount
    $1,020
    Deadline:
    Mar 31, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    156

  7. Bridge Program Parent-Led Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sequoia Williams
    This scholarship seeks to support students who demonstrate academic commitment, resilience, and financial hardship, recognizing that success is not defined by grades alone but by perseverance and growth.
    Amount
    $1,015
    Deadline:
    May 23, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    157

  8. Etherine Tansimore Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ollie Tansimore
    This scholarship is perfect for high school seniors from low-income backgrounds who want to make a difference through a career in the medical field.
    Amount
    $1,010
    Deadline:
    Dec 12, 2024
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    158

  9. Deach Family in STEM Scholarship

    Funded by
    Deach Family
    This scholarship seeks to support students who have strong interests in STEM and a willingness to give back to their communities through time and effort.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    May 9, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    159

  10. Beacon of Opportunity Scholarship

    Funded by
    Hannah Pence
    This scholarship aims to support underserved students who may not have the resources or guidance they need to reach their full potential.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Aug 23, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    160

  11. Youth Always Wins Scholarship for Chesapeake Public School Students

    Funded by
    Youth Always Wins
    This scholarship aims to support students of Chesapeake Public Schools as they prepare to embark on their academic journeys by lowering the financial barriers posed by higher education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    161

  12. The Lois Johnson Kemble Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ryne Higgins
    This scholarship exists to support two female students pursuing degrees in business or teaching.
    Amount
    $1,100
    Deadline:
    May 2, 2022
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    162

  13. 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
    163

  14. Vanna Christian Sun Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lyna Sun
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Vanna Sun by supporting students of Cambodian descent who are interested in making a difference in their families’ lives and the community.
    Amount
    $20,200
    Deadline:
    May 10, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    164

  15. Young Achievers For Higher Education

    Funded by
    Douglas G. Chestang
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are goal-oriented and devoted to achieving their dreams through higher education.
    Amount
    $1,600
    Deadline:
    Aug 12, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    165

  16. Chantel S. Husted Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Family of Chantel S. Husted
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Chantel S. Husted by supporting students interested in pursuing careers in mental health or social services.
    Amount
    $6,050
    Deadline:
    Jul 19, 2022
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    166

  17. Make Me Laugh Meme Scholarship

    Funded by
    Taylor Dodd-Owens
    This scholarship is open to all high school seniors and above who love to share memes and funny pictures!
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 1, 2021
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    167

  18. Joe Bonamassa Music Studies Scholarship

    Funded by
    Keeping the Blues Alive
    The Joe Bonamassa Music Studies Scholarship will support one budding musician in their studies and career in music.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 1, 2021
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    168

  19. "A's Don't Matter" No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Calvin Rosser
    This scholarship will support one curious and ambitious student who thinks outside of the box, follows his or her interests, and has a genuine love for learning.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jul 31, 2021
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    169

  20. Education Matters Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anonymous Well Wisher
    This scholarship s open to all motivated and driven students in any field of study
    Amount
    $15,000
    Deadline:
    Aug 23, 2021
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    170

  21. Texas Black Careers Cross The Stage Scholarship

    Funded by
    Texas Black Careers
    This scholarship seeks to support Black undergraduate seniors who are attending college in Texas.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 30, 2021
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    171

  22. LikelyThis.xyz, LLC First Generation Scholarship

    Funded by
    LikelyThis.xyz, LLC
    This scholarship aims to support first-generation undergraduate students who are looking to transfer schools.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 2, 2022
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    172

  23. RESILIENCE Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kristin Koga
    This scholarship seeks to support high school seniors or undergraduate students who have lost a parent/legal guardian during their time in high school or college.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Mar 17, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    173

  24. Be Like 22 Scholarship

    Funded by
    Millai Madison
    To honor the life and legacy of Kielyn Toone, this scholarship will be awarded to one student at Bosse High School who brings joy and happiness to those around them.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Mar 23, 2022
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    174

  25. Focus Forward Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kathryn Huber
    This scholarship will support two undergraduate students in their sophomore, junior, or senior years. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and have at least one student loan.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 10, 2022
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    175

  26. Robert Lee, Sr. and Bernice Williams Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    ZodiScrubs LLC
    This scholarship aims to support underrepresented students who aspire to further their education and build their careers.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Apr 23, 2022
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    176

  27. Janey Mae Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jarvis Dillard
    This scholarship is meant for a high school student who has lost a parent or legal guardian and desires support as they transition from high school into college.
    Amount
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    May 8, 2022
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    177

  28. Cisneros Climaco Scholarship

    Funded by
    Susana DiGiano
    This scholarship was created to help students of Hispanic descent in Florida who are planning to pursue a college or trade school education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 30, 2022
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    178

  29. Abby's First-Generation College Student Scholarship

    Funded by
    Abby Finger
    This scholarship seeks to support a graduating high school senior who will be the first in their family to attend a four-year university.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jun 1, 2022
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    179

  30. Taylor Coleman’s “More than a Conqueror” Scholarship Award

    Funded by
    Taylor Coleman
    This scholarship aims to support female students who have autoimmune diseases in order to help them finish their degrees.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jun 15, 2022
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    180
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