[Page 2] The 240 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in March 2026

This scholarship will be awarded to an applicant who has been invited by friends to join Bold.org, and who has the boldest Bold.org profile.

This scholarship is perfect for students interested in college tips and resources.

This scholarship will be awarded to the student whose Bold.org profile is the most bold, and who has earned at least 400 Bold Points.

This exclusive no-essay scholarship is for anyone thinking through how to pay for college.

This scholarship opportunity is perfect for anyone who loves earning rewards for sharing their opinions on products and services.

This scholarship will be awarded to the student whose Bold.org profile is the most bold, and who has earned at least 1000 Bold Points.

This scholarship is perfect for high school or transfer students who are interested in Catholic College tips and resources.

This scholarship exists to support students building financial literacy skills and looking to be more conscious of their financial habits.

The world will be shaped by the bold—the fighters, the risk-takers, the earnest overachievers who won’t take no for an answer. The $25,000 “Be Bold” Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile.

This scholarship aims to support parents who are pursuing their own academic goals while encouraging the educational ambitions of their children.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Kris Lewis by ensuring that any student who is interested in pursuing higher education has the opportunity to do so.

This scholarship will honor an exceptional man's legacy by assisting a student who exhibits similar strengths and resilience.

This scholarship seeks to make higher education accessible for low-income students living in Michigan.

By embracing diverse avenues for personal growth, anyone can conquer the challenges of life and attain the pinnacle of success.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Alan Perlow by supporting Jewish students who are dealing with financial hardship.

This scholarship aims to support first-generation students so they can overcome the hurdles they face and achieve their goals.

This scholarship seeks to support faithful students who have a history of giving back to their communities and serving others.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Michael James Mitrik by supporting students who share his passion for soccer.

This scholarship aims to support Howard University students who demonstrate entrepreneurial ambition.

This scholarship aims to honor the remarkable life of Dr. Jack Terry by supporting students who have overcome hardships or adversity in their lives.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of RJ by supporting students in Arkansas who are pursuing higher education.

This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Nasser Seconi by supporting students who share his love of soccer and his passion for helping others.

This scholarship seeks to support students who have financial need so they can afford to pursue their collegiate dreams.

This scholarship aims to support students who show advanced learning capabilities but have limited resources to afford the cost of higher education.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Solomon Vann by supporting students in Alabama who have encountered mental illness.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life and legacy of Brenda Baker by supporting students who are pursuing higher education and encouraging them to engage in Black history.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Lane Nicholls Trueblood by uplifting students who are devoted both to their studies and to the needs of others.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Hester Richardson Powell by supporting students who share her spirit of love and service.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory and incredible legacy of Kalia D. Davis by supporting students who share her work ethic, kindness, and drive.

This scholarship aims to support students who are part of the Valley Wolfpack program and who aspire to make a difference in their school and community.