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[Page 7] The 240 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in September 2026

Updated: September 21, 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. 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
    181

  2. 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
    182

  3. 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
    183

  4. Allen Schwinkendorf Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Schwinkendorf Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Allen Schwinkendorf by investing in the next generation of automotive technicians.
    Amount
    $5,385
    Deadline:
    Apr 18, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    184

  5. 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
    185

  6. 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
    186

  7. Next Chapter Scholarship

    Funded by
    Astute Science
    This scholarship seeks to support students facing financial constraints, so they have all the resources they need to succeed.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 6, 2024
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    187

  8. 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
    188

  9. 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
    189

  10. 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
    190

  11. 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
    191

  12. 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
    192

  13. Eunice Richardson Scholarship for Girls

    Funded by
    Richardson Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Eunice Richardson by supporting young girls pursuing higher education.
    Amount
    $1,565
    Deadline:
    May 10, 2024
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    193

  14. 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
    194

  15. 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
    195

  16. 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
    196

  17. 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
    197

  18. Gwendolyn M. Sanders Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sharon McGregor
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Gwendolyn M. Sanders by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in nursing.
    Amount
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 10, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    8 winners
    Takes minutes
    198

  19. 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
    199

  20. Aikens Family Scholarship

    Funded by
    Aikens
    This scholarship aims to honor the values of faith, perseverance, and the transformative power of education—principles that have guided the Aikens family.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 6, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    200

  21. 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
    201

  22. Bio-Rad Washington Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bio-Rad Laboratories
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are preparing to pursue higher education in the fields of science and engineering.
    Amount
    $6,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 6, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    202

  23. Brent Haines "Make it Happen" Scholarship

    Funded by
    Haines Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Brent Haines by supporting motivated, community-minded students who are following in his footsteps.
    Amount
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 23, 2023
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    203

  24. Scott Crockett Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Scott Crockett Memorial Fund
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Scott Crockett by supporting students who are pursuing the noble field of fire service.
    Amount
    $3,650
    Deadline:
    Apr 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    204

  25. 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
    205

  26. Jack D. McWilliams, Sr. Scholarship

    Funded by
    The McWilliams Family
    This scholarship aims to pay tribute to Mr. Jack D. McWilliams Sr. for his dedicated work and services in the church and the surrounding community in which he lived.
    Amount
    $1,100
    Deadline:
    May 8, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    206

  27. Ambition Scholarship "ii"

    Funded by
    Life Empowerment Ministries
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Paitriq Ante' Jeffreys by supporting students who share his ambition.
    Amount
    $625
    Deadline:
    Jun 5, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    207

  28. Lyn Schneider Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Costa/ Schneider Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life, artistry, and generous spirit of Lyn Schneider by supporting students who share her passion for creative expression and her desire to bring light into the world.
    Amount
    $6,205
    Deadline:
    May 17, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    208

  29. 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
    209

  30. Neetu Watumull Scholarship Program Managed by Rupa Shah

    Funded by
    Rupa Shah
    This scholarship aims to support students by offering meaningful relief from loan burdens, allowing students to focus more on their studies and less on financial stress.
    Amount
    $17,500
    Deadline:
    Jul 24, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    7 winners
    Takes minutes
    210
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