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[Page 3] The 205 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in May 2026

Updated: May 18, 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. 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
    61

  2. New Jersey New York First Generation Scholarship

    Funded by
    Diaz Family
    This scholarship seeks to help two first-generation college students, from New Jersey or New York, pay for college.
    Amount
    $8,600
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    62

  3. Loreen K. Odemu Memorial Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    Shawn Da Silva
    This scholarship honors the life of Loreen K. Odemu by supporting the next generation of nurses.
    Amount
    $700
    Deadline:
    Apr 10, 2024
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    63

  4. Russell R. Hahn Weed Science Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jennifer Thomas-Murphy
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Russell R. Hahn by supporting students in their college years so they can achieve their educational goals.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 15, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    64

  5. 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
    65

  6. PJC Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Cavanaugh Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor Paul’s legacy by supporting students pursuing marketing or business degrees.
    Amount
    $650
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2023
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    66

  7. Kristen McCartney Perseverance Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kristen’s Krew
    This scholarship will support North Carolina female students who demonstrate perseverance and are passionate about their community.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    May 15, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is in review
    Takes minutes
    67

  8. 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
    68

  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
    69

  10. Taylor Ibarrondo Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ibarrondo Family
    To honor the legacy that Taylor Ibarrondo left behind, this scholarship will support two graduating high school seniors who plan to attend college and embody some of her most inspiring traits and qualities.
    Amount
    $2,386
    Deadline:
    Jun 7, 2023
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    70

  11. 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 awarded to
    4 winners
    71

  12. 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
    72

  13. Michael James Mitrik Soccer Scholarship

    Funded by
    Vaccaro/Mitrik Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Michael James Mitrik by supporting students who share his passion for soccer.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 5, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    73

  14. Stan Moran Jr. Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stanley Moran Jr
    This scholarship aims to support student-athletes who demonstrate commitment, perseverance, and a love for running—qualities Stan embodied throughout his life and career.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 22, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is in review
    Takes minutes
    74

  15. 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
    75

  16. 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
    76

  17. 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
    77

  18. 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
    78

  19. 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
    79

  20. 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
    80

  21. 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
    81

  22. "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
    82

  23. 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
    83

  24. 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
    84

  25. Well Made - Davis Scholarship

    Funded by
    Davis
    This scholarship will support Pepperdine University, Warner Pacific University, and Samford University students looking to leave their mark on the world.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 1, 2022
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    85

  26. 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
    86

  27. 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
    87

  28. 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
    88

  29. 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
    89

  30. 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
    90
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