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[Page 7] The 210 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. 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
    181

  2. Gender Expansive & Transgender Scholarship

    Funded by
    Omni Inclusive
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are gender minorities so they can overcome the barriers to higher education that they face.
    Amount
    $11,075
    Deadline:
    Oct 15, 2024
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    182

  3. 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
    183

  4. 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
    184

  5. Moriah Janae Dance Grant

    Funded by
    Kendra Royster
    This grant aims to help one high school dancer continue to practice their art and follow their passion for dance.
    Amount
    $1,780
    Deadline:
    Jul 27, 2022
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    185

  6. CARLOS E. REID XXV SCHOLARSHIP

    Funded by
    Reid Family
    This scholarship aims to honor Carlos E. Reid’s legacy by supporting students with financial need who are studying the arts.
    Amount
    $2,225
    Deadline:
    Jun 19, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    186

  7. 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
    187

  8. 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
    188

  9. 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 in review
    Takes minutes
    189

  10. Mark A. Jefferson Teaching Scholarship

    Funded by
    mark jefferson
    This scholarship will support one extremely ambitious African-American in their studies to become an educator for the future.
    Amount
    $2,785
    Deadline:
    Jan 14, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    190

  11. 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
    191

  12. Headbang For Science

    Funded by
    Headbang For Science
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about Heavy Metal music and are pursuing careers in healthcare and/or the physical sciences.
    Amount
    $33,015
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2025
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    192

  13. Norman C. Nelson IV Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Solaita
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Norman C. Nelson IV by supporting students who are pursuing medical careers.
    Amount
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    May 11, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    193

  14. Driven by Drum Corps Scholarship

    Funded by
    Santos Creative Services | Marching With Travis
    This scholarship aims to support and inspire talented individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication and skill in the drum corps international.
    Amount
    $4,020
    Deadline:
    Apr 1, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    194

  15. 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
    195

  16. 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
    196

  17. Otto Bear Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dave Schmotzer and Lynette Fricke
    This scholarship seeks to pay forward the love, kindness, and joy that Otto brought to the world by supporting young women pursuing STEM.
    Amount
    $10,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 31, 2024
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    197

  18. 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
    198

  19. 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
    199

  20. Stevie Kirton Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stevie Kirton Memorial Foundation
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Stevie Kirton by supporting students who have lost a parent.
    Amount
    $1,025
    Deadline:
    Apr 1, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    200

  21. 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
    201

  22. 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
    202

  23. 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
    203

  24. 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
    204

  25. 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
    205

  26. 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
    206

  27. 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
    207

  28. Carolle Fish (Isabelle) Scholarship

    Funded by
    Chris F Fish
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Carolle Fish (Isabelle) by supporting students who are following in her footsteps and pursuing careers in education.
    Amount
    $1,100
    Deadline:
    Oct 25, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    208

  29. 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
    209

  30. Silver Maple Fund Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Silver Maple Fund
    This scholarship seeks to uplift students who embody strength, creativity, and resilience — especially those whose personal identity or educational path has set them apart.
    Amount
    $5,500
    Deadline:
    Oct 5, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    210
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