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[Page 5] The 210 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in September 2026

Updated: August 31, 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. Working Student Scholarship

    Funded by
    Caleb Begly
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are working their way through school and hustling to afford to pursue their dreams.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Sep 2, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is in review
    Takes minutes
    121

  2. 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
    122

  3. 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
    123

  4. 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
    124

  5. 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
    125

  6. 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
    126

  7. 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
    127

  8. Bio-Rad Northern California Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bio-Rad Laboratories
    This scholarship aims to support students who are preparing to graduate from high school and pursue higher education.
    Amount
    $38,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 6, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    18 winners
    Takes minutes
    128

  9. Arnetha V. Bishop Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Austin/Bishop Family
    This scholarship will support BIPOC students pursuing a career in the mental health field.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 21, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    129

  10. 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
    130

  11. F.E. Foundation Scholarship

    Funded by
    Fabian Elizondo
    This scholarship aims to give back to the Texas community by supporting students in their pursuit of higher education.
    Amount
    $650
    Deadline:
    Mar 31, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    131

  12. Charlotte Emery Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Keia Carter
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Charlotte Emery by uplifting Black girls and women so they can succeed in life and flourish.
    Amount
    $1,100
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    132

  13. Rooted in Change Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tisch Environmental, Inc
    This scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about making a positive impact on the world around them.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 25, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    133

  14. Ambition Scholarship

    Funded by
    Submerge Aesthetics
    This scholarship will support a female high school student in New York who is ambitious in pursuing their goals and dreams.
    Amount
    $550
    Deadline:
    Jan 31, 2024
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    134

  15. 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
    135

  16. 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
    136

  17. Captain Jeffrey McFetridge USN (Ret) Scholarship

    Funded by
    JRM and Sons Consulting LLC
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about conservation and sustainability so they can afford to achieve their educational goals.
    Amount
    $700
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    137

  18. Udonis Haslem Foundation BDJ40 Scholarship

    Funded by
    Udonis Haslem Foundation
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are highly motivated to succeed in spite of the socio-economic challenges they face.
    Amount
    $18,500
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    138

  19. 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
    139

  20. Bio-Rad Irvine/Santa Ana Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bio-Rad Laboratories
    This scholarship aims to support students who are preparing to pursue higher education in the fields of science and engineering.
    Amount
    $12,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 6, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    6 winners
    Takes minutes
    140

  21. 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
    141

  22. 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
    142

  23. Larry A. Montgomery Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Miranda Mitchell
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Larry A. Montgomery by supporting students who share his incredible qualities.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    143

  24. Marian Haley Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Reginald Lee
    This scholarship aims to honor the life and legacy of Marian Haley by supporting students who are passionate about furthering their education.
    Amount
    $1,890
    Deadline:
    Jan 12, 2024
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    144

  25. Ray W Bausick Green Industry Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kevin Koss
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Ray W Bausick by supporting high-achieving students who are pursuing careers in the green industry.
    Amount
    $13,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    145

  26. Mema and Papa Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Cheetah Fund
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are preparing to finish high school and embark on their pursuit of higher education.
    Amount
    $600
    Deadline:
    Apr 12, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    146

  27. Fútbol is Life Scholarship

    Funded by
    Basterra Family
    This scholarship aims to support Hispanic students who are passionate about soccer so they can be uplifted throughout their educational journeys.
    Amount
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 25, 2024
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    147

  28. Rev. Frank W. Steward Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dr. Franshea Vandross
    This scholarship will support a high school senior in Florida who has experience volunteering.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 15, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    148

  29. Samuel D. Hartley Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Hartley Family
    The Samuel D. Hartley Memorial Scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to students passionate about golf and striving to achieve their dreams in their chosen field as a tribute to the late Samuel D. Hartley.
    Amount
    $775
    Deadline:
    Nov 15, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    149

  30. Animal Advocates Merit Award of Pennsylvania

    Funded by
    Global Grafx, LLC
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about working with animals in the future.
    Amount
    $1,588
    Deadline:
    Nov 30, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    150
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