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

Updated: April 6, 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. LOVE like JJ Scholarship in Memory of Jonathan "JJ" Day

    Funded by
    LOVE like JJ
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Jonathan "JJ" Day by supporting students who have lost a sibling and are learning to adjust to life in their absence.
    Amount
    $2,250
    Deadline:
    Feb 9, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    211

  2. 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
    212

  3. 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
    213

  4. Charles Bowlus Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Melissa Fontanella
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Charles Bowlus by supporting students who share his passion for business and entrepreneurship.
    Amount
    $3,440
    Deadline:
    Dec 18, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    214

  5. Kayla Nicole Monk Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Monk Family
    This scholarship seeks to carry on Kayla Nicole Monk’s name and legacy by helping students achieve their dreams.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Nov 3, 2025
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    215

  6. 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
    216

  7. 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
    217

  8. Stefanie Ann Cronin Make a Difference Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jaymie Scotto & Associates, LLC
    This scholarship seeks to memorialize Stefanie Ann Cronin by supporting the educational endeavors of students who embody her dedication to success, community, environmental appreciation, and caring for others.
    Amount
    $3,500
    Deadline:
    Feb 14, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    218

  9. Brad Hinshaw Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Crystal Hinshaw
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Brad Hinshaw by supporting students who have been impacted by cancer.
    Amount
    $750
    Deadline:
    Apr 15, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    219

  10. TRAM Purple Phoenix Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anonymous
    This scholarship aims to empower survivors of intimate partner violence so they can thrive and achieve their dreams.
    Amount
    $10,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 15, 2025
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    220

  11. 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
    221

  12. C.L. Scholarship of Black Women in Engineering

    Funded by
    Chantelé Lewis
    This scholarship seeks to support Black women who are passionate about breaking into the field of engineering so they can have the resources necessary to complete their education.
    Amount
    $2,095
    Deadline:
    Jun 18, 2024
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    222

  13. 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
    223

  14. 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
    224

  15. 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
    225

  16. 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
    226

  17. 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
    227

  18. 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
    228

  19. Luis Escobar III Foundation Scholarship

    Funded by
    Escobar
    This scholarship aims to support Christian students who are passionate about engineering and using their talents to give back.
    Amount
    $40,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 11, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    229

  20. 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
    230

  21. 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
    231

  22. 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
    232

  23. Ella Hall-Dillon Scholarship

    Funded by
    Letta Belle
    This scholarship will support high school seniors and undergraduate students who are of African descent and are first or second generation to the United States.
    Amount
    $3,470
    Deadline:
    Aug 1, 2023
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    233

  24. 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
    234

  25. 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
    235

  26. 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
    236

  27. Beyond The C.L.O.U.D Scholarship

    Funded by
    Beyond The C.L.O.U.D
    This scholarship will support a female college student pursuing a career in business or STEM.
    Amount
    $1,020
    Deadline:
    Mar 10, 2024
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    237

  28. 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
    238

  29. Monroe Justice and Equality Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Louis Strickland
    This scholarship will support high school seniors.
    Amount
    $1,040
    Deadline:
    Apr 4, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is in review
    Takes minutes
    239

  30. Austin Hays All Your Heart Scholarship

    Funded by
    Austin Hays
    This scholarship seeks to support Ohio students who need a helping hand, ensuring that they have the resources necessary to access a proper educational path.
    Amount
    $20,000
    Deadline:
    Aug 12, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    240
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