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[Page 8] The 240 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in February 2026

Updated: February 9, 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. Ed and Aline Patane Kind, Compassion, Joy and Generosity Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Donna Davis
    This scholarship seeks to honor the lives of Ed and Aline Patane by supporting students who have consistently demonstrated kindness, generosity, and a genuine spirit of care and service throughout their young lives.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    Dec 1, 2025
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    211

  2. Jeanie A. Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Katie Buckentine
    This scholarship will support an undergraduate student pursuing a career in healthcare or agriculture.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Dec 8, 2023
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    212

  3. Kenyada Me'Chon Thomas Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Cermonia Thomas
    This scholarship will support BIPOC high school seniors with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 30, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    213

  4. Trinity Lodge 127 PH Scott Heckstall Scholarship

    Funded by
    Trinity Lodge 127
    This scholarship aims to support students who need help covering the cost of their pursuit of higher education.
    Amount
    $1,100
    Deadline:
    Sep 1, 2024
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    214

  5. Lauren Czebatul Scholarship

    Funded by
    Nick Scheller
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Lauren Czebatul by supporting students looking to pursue a higher education.
    Amount
    $5,590
    Deadline:
    Aug 4, 2023
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    215

  6. Hyacinth Malcolm Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Malcolm Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Hyacinth Malcolm by supporting students throughout their pursuit of higher education.
    Amount
    $6,171
    Deadline:
    Dec 1, 2023
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    5 winners
    Takes minutes
    216

  7. Dimon A. Williams Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Arlecia Threbits
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Dimon A. Williams by supporting students from single-parent families who are pursuing higher education.
    Amount
    $1,050
    Deadline:
    Jul 26, 2024
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    217

  8. Derk Golden Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Shari Golden
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Derk Golden by supporting athletes in their pursuit of higher education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 15, 2024
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    218

  9. Glider AI-Omni Inclusive Allies of LGBTQ+ (GOAL+) Scholarship

    Funded by
    Omni Inclusive
    This scholarship aims to support LGBTQ+ individuals who are passionate about pursuing higher education and making a positive impact on their community through their education.
    Amount
    $12,000
    Deadline:
    Sep 1, 2022
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    219

  10. Harry B. Anderson Scholarship

    Funded by
    David M. Gabrielsen Foundation
    This scholarship aims to honor the incredible life of Harry B. Anderson by supporting students who are pursuing careers in STEM.
    Amount
    $25,000
    Deadline:
    May 1, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    5 winners
    Takes minutes
    220

  11. Treye Knorr Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Knorr Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Treye Knorr by uplifting the next generation of learners so they can achieve their dreams.
    Amount
    $2,725
    Deadline:
    Jul 11, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    221

  12. Michele L. Durant Scholarship

    Funded by
    Heidel
    This scholarship aims to monetarily assist women of color in pursuing higher education to free up their time and resources and allow them to focus on obtaining leadership roles and effecting necessary change.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    May 15, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    222

  13. TRAM Resilience Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anonymous
    This scholarship aims to support students who are in need of financial assistance in order to complete their educational programs.
    Amount
    $10,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 15, 2025
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    223

  14. Ruebenna Greenfield Flack Scholarship

    Funded by
    Enya Flack
    This scholarship will support underrepresented female minorities currently pursuing a higher education.
    Amount
    $2,300
    Deadline:
    Sep 15, 2023
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    224

  15. Brinley Heckermann Empowering Spirit Scholarship

    Funded by
    Heckermann
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Brinley Heckermann by supporting students who share her background in athletics.
    Amount
    $4,600
    Deadline:
    May 31, 2024
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    225

  16. Young Women in STEM Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stephanie Hagopian
    This scholarship will support three female, low-income high school seniors or undergraduate students majoring in STEM.
    Amount
    $15,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 10, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    226

  17. TEAM ROX Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stapleton
    This scholarship aims to support students who have exhibited the skills and values of helping others become their best selves.
    Amount
    $1,730
    Deadline:
    Feb 20, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    227

  18. Lemon-Aid Scholarship

    Funded by
    Christine Andruzzi
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Coleen Elizabeth Lemon by supporting students with financial need as they pursue higher education.
    Amount
    $1,650
    Deadline:
    May 2, 2024
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    228

  19. 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
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jan 6, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    229

  20. Alger Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lily Rannacher
    This scholarship aims to support students who display the qualities of stellar work ethic, dedication to volunteerism, and eagerness to excel academically.
    Amount
    $550
    Deadline:
    Oct 1, 2025
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    230

  21. 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
    231

  22. Success Beyond Borders

    Funded by
    Youth Always Wins
    This scholarship seeks to support students and help them bring their dreams to life by creatively expressing what inspires them to keep moving forward in life.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    232

  23. 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
    233

  24. Hakim Mendez Scholarship

    Funded by
    Hakim Mendez Scholarship Fund
    This scholarship will support students attending or planning to attend an HBCU.
    Amount
    $1,150
    Deadline:
    Dec 4, 2023
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    234

  25. Patriots Path Scholarship

    Funded by
    Navy Yacht Club Long Beach
    This scholarship aims to support JROTC and ROTC participants by making college more affordable and accessible.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    235

  26. Hearts to Serve, Minds to Teach Scholarship

    Funded by
    Katie Vazquez
    This scholarship aims to support and celebrate aspiring educators who see teaching for all that it is and are passionate about making a difference in students’ lives.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Dec 1, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    236

  27. Taylor Ibarrondo Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ibarrondo Family
    To honor the legacy that Taylor Ibarrondo left behind, this scholarship will support two graduating high school seniors who plan to attend college and embody some of her most inspiring traits and qualities.
    Amount
    $2,386
    Deadline:
    Jun 7, 2023
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    237

  28. Women in STEM and Community Service Scholarship

    Funded by
    Katie Vazquez
    This scholarship seeks to empower women who are not only passionate about STEM but also dedicated to using their skills to serve and uplift their communities.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 1, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    238

  29. Alcide Thomas Jr. Scholarship

    Funded by
    Thomas Family
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about pursuing higher education and need financial assistance to do so.
    Amount
    $1,320
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2023
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    239

  30. Brian Chellios Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stacie Streicher
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Brian Chellios by supporting the next generation of brave fire service workers.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jan 2, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    240
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