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[Page 7] The 205 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in July 2026

Updated: July 13, 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. Compassion in Action Future Medical Leaders Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anonymous
    This scholarship aims to support Christian students who are of mixed Asian and white descent and pursuing the medical field.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 25, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    181

  2. Dr. Dumas A. Harshaw & Sharon Harshaw Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Harshaw Legacy Scholarship Committee
    This scholarship seeks to honor the lives of Dr. Dumas A. Harshaw, Jr. and Mrs. Sharon Harshaw by supporting African American students in the Wake County Public School System.
    Amount
    $18,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 25, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    6 winners
    Takes minutes
    182

  3. CEW IV Foundation Scholarship Program

    Funded by
    Clyde E. Woodroffe IV Foundation
    This scholarship aims to support underrepresented students so they can pursue higher education, regardless of financial status.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jul 29, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    183

  4. W. Tong and A.C. Wong 2025 Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tong
    This scholarship seeks to support students with financial need as they pursue their goals of higher education in order to create the life of their dreams.
    Amount
    $30,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 31, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    6 winners
    Takes minutes
    184

  5. Deborah Thomas Scholarship Award

    Funded by
    27Strong
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Deborah Thomas by supporting students who are seeking higher education so they have the resources necessary to complete their degrees.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Aug 12, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    185

  6. Jorge A. Quizhpi Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anonymous
    This scholarship will support a Hispanic high school senior planning to attend a two or four year university or college.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Aug 22, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    186

  7. Baby OG: Next Gen Female Visionary Scholarship

    Funded by
    Audrey Nuna
    This scholarship aims to further equity in education and the workplace by ensuring that all students are able to pursue their academic and professional goals.
    Amount
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    Aug 30, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    187

  8. Linda Fontenot Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Yalonda Wright
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Linda Fontenot by supporting single mothers throughout their education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Sep 25, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    188

  9. For the Love of Pinot Memorial Scholarship and Dr. Rocky J. Deutsch Tribute

    Funded by
    Hott
    This scholarship aims to honor the incredible patient-veterinarian relationship between Pinot and Rocky by supporting students pursuing careers as veterinarians.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 1, 2025
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    189

  10. National Business Leadership Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anonymous
    This scholarship seeks to support the next generation of great business leaders as they prepare to pursue their educational goals.
    Amount
    $3,500
    Deadline:
    Nov 5, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    190

  11. Ethics in Law Leadership Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anonymous
    This scholarship seeks to support Christian mixed-race students in their journey to become cross-cultural leaders in the legal field.
    Amount
    $3,500
    Deadline:
    Nov 5, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    191

  12. I Can and I Will Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kosmond Russell
    This scholarship aims to support students who have overcome challenges in order to pursue higher education.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Nov 6, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    192

  13. Susan Rita Murray Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rachel Murray
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Susan Rita Murray by supporting the next generation of dedicated and compassionate nurses.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 30, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    193

  14. Sue Murray Memorial Baking, Pastry & Culinary Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rachel Murray
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Sue Murray by supporting students who share her passion for the culinary arts.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 30, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    194

  15. In This Lifetime Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rashmi Naik
    This scholarship aims to inspire young students to embrace their creativity, pursue their goals, and choose a path that truly aligns with who they are.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Dec 20, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    195

  16. Ronald Whitmore Jr. Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ronald Whitmore, Jr.
    This scholarship aims to uplift young Black men who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to their communities.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Dec 22, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    196

  17. Maryland Mana Wrestling Foundation Scholarship

    Funded by
    Shevy Nejad
    This scholarship seeks to empower girls in Maryland and encourage them to continue breaking barriers in wrestling and in society in general.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jan 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    197

  18. Allison Thomas Swanberg Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Swanberg
    This scholarship aims to continue Allison Thomas Swanberg’s legacy of helping students achieve their educational goals.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Feb 13, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    198

  19. Ethan To Scholarship

    Funded by
    Justin To & Ann Tran
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Ethan To by raising awareness of mental health struggles and supporting students as they pursue their goals.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Feb 16, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    199

  20. Palette & Purpose Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ignite Arts and STEM
    This scholarship seeks to support BIPOC students who are interested in pursuing the arts.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    200

  21. Code Breakers & Changemakers Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ignite Arts and STEM
    This scholarship seeks to support underrepresented high school students who are passionate about pursuing careers in STEM.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    201

  22. Audrey Claire Todd Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Todd Family
    This scholarship seeks to preserve the memory and legacy of Audrey Claire Todd by supporting students from Colorado and raising awareness of drunk driving.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    Mar 10, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    202

  23. Hearts on Sleeves, Minds in College Scholarship

    Funded by
    Payal Mehta
    This scholarship seeks to support BIPOC students with big dreams for the future so they can afford to pursue higher education.
    Amount
    $3,003
    Deadline:
    Mar 29, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    203

  24. My Brother's Keeper Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ministries of Restoration
    This scholarship seeks to make higher education accessible for low-income students living in Michigan.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Apr 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    204

  25. RJ Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kachina Edmisten
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of RJ by supporting students in Arkansas who are pursuing higher education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 6, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    205
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