[Page 8] The 240 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in May 2026
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100% free.Russell R. Hahn Weed Science Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJennifer Thomas-MurphyThis 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$3,000Deadline:Jul 15, 2025Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners211Heroes in High School 2023 Resilience Scholarship
Funded byAnthony TranThis 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$1,150Deadline:Jul 11, 2023Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner212PJC Memorial Scholarship
Funded byCavanaugh FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor Paul’s legacy by supporting students pursuing marketing or business degrees.Amount$650Deadline:Apr 15, 2023Education LevelUndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner213Catherine (Kay) Williams Memorial Arts Scholarship
Funded byThe Williams FamilyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Kay Williams by supporting students who demonstrate artistic talent.Amount$2,000Deadline:May 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is in reviewTakes minutes214Eunice Richardson Scholarship for Girls
Funded byRichardson FamilyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Eunice Richardson by supporting young girls pursuing higher education.Amount$1,565Deadline:May 10, 2024Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners215Larry A. Montgomery Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMiranda MitchellThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Larry A. Montgomery by supporting students who share his incredible qualities.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners216Marian Haley Memorial Scholarship
Funded byReginald LeeThis scholarship aims to honor the life and legacy of Marian Haley by supporting students who are passionate about furthering their education.Amount$1,890Deadline:Jan 12, 2024Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
3 winners217Fútbol is Life Scholarship
Funded byBasterra FamilyThis scholarship aims to support Hispanic students who are passionate about soccer so they can be uplifted throughout their educational journeys.Amount$4,000Deadline:Jun 25, 2024Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
4 winners218CW4 Savidge Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJennifer RuckerThis scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of CW4 Savidge by shining a light on mental health challenges among active-duty service members and veterans.Amount$775Deadline:Apr 5, 2026Education LevelUndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner219Gwendolyn M. Sanders Memorial Scholarship
Funded bySharon McGregorThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Gwendolyn M. Sanders by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in nursing.Amount$4,000Deadline:Apr 10, 2026Education LevelUndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
8 winners220Rev. Frank W. Steward Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDr. Franshea VandrossThis scholarship will support a high school senior in Florida who has experience volunteering.Amount$1,000Deadline:Mar 15, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners221HBCU STEM Scholarship
Funded byChrispin RainfordThis scholarship seeks to support students who have faced challenges in their life so they have the help necessary to succeed in college.Amount$7,650Deadline:Jun 20, 2025Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner222Samuel D. Hartley Memorial Scholarship
Funded byHartley FamilyThe 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$775Deadline:Nov 15, 2025Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner223Brent Haines "Make it Happen" Scholarship
Funded byHaines FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Brent Haines by supporting motivated, community-minded students who are following in his footsteps.Amount$4,000Deadline:Jun 23, 2023Education LevelUndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners224Scott Crockett Memorial Scholarship
Funded byScott Crockett Memorial FundThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Scott Crockett by supporting students who are pursuing the noble field of fire service.Amount$3,650Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners225Undergraduate Minorities in STEM Scholarship
Funded byLeslie SmithThis scholarship seeks to support underrepresented students pursuing STEM degrees at HBCUs who are involved in their communities.Amount$803Deadline:Oct 21, 2025Education LevelUndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner226Johnnie M. Parris Public Service Scholarship
Funded byJohnnie M. Parris FoundationThis 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$760Deadline:Nov 1, 2023Education LevelUndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner227Daniel R. Torres "Complete Your Dream” Memorial Scholarship
Funded byTorres FamilyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Daniel R. Torres by helping students finance their pursuit of higher education.Amount$2,500Deadline:Apr 15, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is in reviewTakes minutes228Jack D. McWilliams, Sr. Scholarship
Funded byThe McWilliams FamilyThis 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$1,100Deadline:May 8, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is in reviewTakes minutes229Glenn Ehlers Memorial Scholarship
Funded byEHLERS FAMILYThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Glenn Ehlers by supporting students who are preparing to finish high school and begin their collegiate studies.Amount$7,500Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
3 winners230Taylor Ibarrondo Memorial Scholarship
Funded byIbarrondo FamilyTo 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$2,386Deadline:Jun 7, 2023Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners231Doan Foundation Arts Scholarship
Funded byDoan 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$2,000Deadline:Mar 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to
4 winners232Josephine's Light Nursing Memorial Scholarship
Funded byFriends and love ones of the St. John familyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Josephine St John by supporting students who share her dedication to nursing and giving back.Amount$4,100Deadline:Apr 5, 2026Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners233Jeffrey A. Mattos Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Funded byGifted Scholars Leadership ProgramThis scholarship seeks to support young women of color who are following Jeffrey’s path and pursuing careers in nursing.Amount$3,198Deadline:Apr 16, 2022Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
3 winners234Tammy Needham Memorial Scholarship
Funded byFollum Hydrologic Solutions, LLCThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Tammy Needham by supporting students who are studying STEM or education.Amount$5,100Deadline:Apr 5, 2025Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners235Greer Innovation, A Scholarship For Creatives
Funded byRachel GreerThis scholarship seeks to support undergraduate students who are bringing creativity to their pursuit of higher education.Amount$1,031Deadline:Jun 10, 2025Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner236Michael James Mitrik Soccer Scholarship
Funded byVaccaro/Mitrik FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Michael James Mitrik by supporting students who share his passion for soccer.Amount$3,000Deadline:Apr 5, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
3 winners237Scarlet Croft Memorial Scholarship
Funded byCroft FamilyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Scarlet Croft by supporting students who are preparing to graduate from high school and pursue their college goals.Amount$2,140Deadline:Feb 12, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners238Young Achievers For Higher Education
Funded byDouglas G. ChestangThis scholarship seeks to support students who are goal-oriented and devoted to achieving their dreams through higher education.Amount$2,117Deadline:Jul 22, 2025Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners239Betty and Louie Dicks SCSU Scholarship
Funded byAugustus DicksThis scholarship seeks to honor Betty & Louie Dicks by supporting an undergraduate male student at South Carolina State University.Amount$1,500Deadline:Aug 3, 2025Education LevelUndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
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