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[Page 7] The 240 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in March 2026

Updated: March 16, 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. HBCU STEM Scholarship

    Funded by
    Chrispin Rainford
    This scholarship seeks to support students who have faced challenges in their life so they have the help necessary to succeed in college.
    Amount
    $7,650
    Deadline:
    Jun 20, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    181

  2. Marcus Stroman Scholarship

    Funded by
    Marcus Stroman's HDMH Foundation
    The Marcus Stroman Scholarship seeks to support ambitious students from Pasadena and Altadena, CA who are preparing to graduate from high school and have been accepted to the college of their dreams.
    Amount
    $75,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 25, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    182

  3. Faatuai and Fatilua Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Fatilua Family
    This scholarship will support a Pacific Islander college student.
    Amount
    $1,400
    Deadline:
    Nov 25, 2024
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    183

  4. 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
    184

  5. Doan Foundation Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Doan Incorporated (Doan Foundation)
    This scholarship aims to support marginalized teens in California who are pursuing careers in the arts so they have the resources they need to achieve their dreams.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is in review
    185

  6. Jeffrey A. Mattos Memorial Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    Gifted Scholars Leadership Program
    This scholarship seeks to support young women of color who are following Jeffrey’s path and pursuing careers in nursing.
    Amount
    $3,198
    Deadline:
    Apr 16, 2022
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    186

  7. Heroes in High School 2023 Resilience Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anthony Tran
    This scholarship seeks to support students in Oregon who demonstrate the hero’s journey by being open to growth, learning, and transformation through difficult and challenging circumstances.
    Amount
    $1,150
    Deadline:
    Jul 11, 2023
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    187

  8. Jett, Nyla, and Cadences Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tammy Owens
    This scholarship aims to support young women through their college years so they can complete their degrees and become successful.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 8, 2024
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    188

  9. Johnnie M. Parris Public Service Scholarship

    Funded by
    Johnnie M. Parris Foundation
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Johnnie M. Parris by supporting African American students who are pursuing degrees in public service or related fields.
    Amount
    $760
    Deadline:
    Nov 1, 2023
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    189

  10. Ayana Grace Belton Memorial Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    Belton Family
    This scholarship will support high school seniors in Florida planning to pursue a career in nursing.
    Amount
    $2,300
    Deadline:
    Oct 2, 2024
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    190

  11. Undergraduate Minorities in STEM Scholarship

    Funded by
    Leslie Smith
    This scholarship seeks to support underrepresented students pursuing STEM degrees at HBCUs who are involved in their communities.
    Amount
    $803
    Deadline:
    Oct 21, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    191

  12. Velazquez Social Sciences Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jorge Velazquez
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are on a mission to achieve their full potential and make the world a better place through social services.
    Amount
    $1,100
    Deadline:
    Oct 27, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    192

  13. 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
    193

  14. Caliber X Scholarship

    Funded by
    Caliber X LLC
    This scholarship aims to support students in NJ who plan to spend their careers navigating the fashion industry.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    194

  15. 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
    195

  16. 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
    196

  17. "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
    197

  18. 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
    198

  19. 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
    199

  20. 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
    200

  21. 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
    201

  22. 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
    202

  23. 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
    203

  24. 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
    204

  25. 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
    205

  26. 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
    206

  27. 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
    207

  28. 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
    208

  29. Dajah Moore Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Khya Pitts
    This scholarship in Memory of Dajah Moore will support a female, African American high school senior who is from Ohio.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jun 20, 2022
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    209

  30. SKH Empowering Scholarship for Women

    Funded by
    Silver Key Homes @ LAER Realty Partners
    This scholarship seeks to support female students in Massachusetts who are pursuing business degrees so they can afford to complete their education.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Jun 29, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    210
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