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Last updated on May 18, 2026

[Page 2] Top Need-Based Scholarships to Apply for in 2026

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  1. Betty Joe Conner Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    James Conner
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Betty Joe Conner by supporting students who are pursuing higher education.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: Arkansas
    • School Name: Parkview Magnet High School
    $1,500
    Only 6 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  2. Forever90 Scholarship

    Funded by
    Mary and House of Love, Inc.
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Mrs. Marion Makins by supporting students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership in their communities or churches, and a passion for service.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • GPA: 2.75 GPA or higher
    • Activities: Active in church, community service, or volunteering programs
    • Citizenship Status: U.S. citizen or permanent resident
    • Background: Demonstrated financial need
    $1,000
    Only 6 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  3. Special Needs Advocacy Inc. Kathleen Lehman Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Special Needs Advocacy Incorporated
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Kathleen Lehman by supporting students who are hoping to make a difference in the special needs community.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • Field of Study: Related to working with special needs (social work, speech pathology, special education, etc.)
    $3,500
    Only 7 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  4. Dental Hygiene Basics Bachelor's Completion Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dental Hygiene Basics
    This scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers while uplifting motivated professionals who are committed to growth, service, and leadership.
    • Education Level: Pursuing a bachelor's degree
    • Education Background: Has earned an associate degree in dental hygiene
    • Field of Study: Dental hygiene
    $1,000
    Only 7 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  5. Scott A. Ross Memorial Automotive Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ross
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Scott A. Ross by supporting the next generation of automobile technicians.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, trade school, or graduate student
    • Field of Study: Automobile technology or repair
    $1,000
    Only 7 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  6. Enders Scholarship

    Funded by
    Shaun Enders
    This scholarship aims to support students who have lost a parent(s) to violence, drugs, or alcohol so they can better their lives and heal through meditation.
    • Background: Has lost a parent to violence or drugs/alcohol
    $7,500
    Only 8 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  7. Salt Lick on Salt Creek Dream Big Scholarship

    Funded by
    Salt Lick on Salt Creek, LLC
    This scholarship aims to support students who dream big and are passionate about their creativity and future careers.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or trade school student
    • State: Colorado
    • Field of Study: Creative field (fine arts, animation, interior design, architecture, choreography, etc.)
    • Background: Community service experience
    $1,000
    Only 8 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  8. Deborah Stevens Pediatric Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    Deborah Stevens
    This scholarship seeks to support nursing students who are interested in pursuing careers in pediatric nursing.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate nursing student
    • Career of Interest: Pediatric nursing
    $3,000
    Only 8 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  9. Let Your Light Shine Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ashley Thacker
    This scholarship seeks to support motivated students who dream of becoming entrepreneurs after completing their college education.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • GPA: 3.2 or higher
    • Field of Study: Entrepreneurship
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    • Background: Involved in volunteer work
    $1,000
    Only 9 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  10. Matthew J. Kauffman Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kauffman Family
    This scholarship will support a healthcare major in Ohio.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate
    • State: Ohio
    • Major/Field: Healthcare
    $1,500
    Only 9 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  11. Sharra Rainbolt Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Shred Cancer Association
    This scholarship seeks to support students who have been personally impacted by cancer so they can continue working toward their dreams.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate, graduate or trade school student
    • Background: Personal experience with cancer
    $25,000
    Only 9 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  12. Scorenavigator Financial Literacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    ScoreNavigator Inc
    This scholarship will support high school junior and senior students from low-income backgrounds, who have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
    • Education Level: High school junior or senior
    • Background: Low-income
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    $7,500
    Only 9 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  13. Andrew Karode Scholarship for Nerds (Willoughby South High School)

    Funded by
    Karode Family
    This scholarship aims to support students from Willoughby South High School as they pursue their educational ambitions.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • High School Name: Willoughby South High School (OH)
    $10,000
    Only 9 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  14. Homeschool Students Service Scholarship

    Funded by
    Michelle Moore
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are homeschooled but planning to continue their education through college.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • School Type: Homeschooled
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Background: 50+ hours of verifiable community service completed during four years of high school
    $500
    Only 9 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  15. Trudgers Fund

    Funded by
    C.Louis Gable
    This scholarship will support undergraduate students who have struggled with addiction and are currently sober.
    • Background: Addiction struggles, but currently sober
    • Education Level: Undergradutate
    • Financial Background: Low-Income
    $1,000
    Only 9 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  16. ScholarshipOwl No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is perfect for current and prospective college students who are in search of funding.
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 10 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  17. 1000 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    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.
    All students are eligible
    $10,000
    Only 10 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  18. Finance Your Education No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are looking for financial aid and tips on how to finance their education.
    All students are eligible
    $1,000
    Only 10 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  19. Bold Rewards No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is perfect for students who care about Bold Points, winning scholarships, and taking charge of their financial health.
    All students are eligible
    $1,000
    Only 10 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  20. John D. Sherman Scholarship

    Funded by
    Friends and Family of John D. Sherman
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of John D. Sherman Jr. by supporting students in Vermont who have MS or a physical disability.
    • State: Vermont
    • Background: Diagnosed with MS or a physical disability
    • Education Level: High school senior or current undergraduate
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    $12,000
    Only 10 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  21. 400 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    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.
    All students are eligible
    $4,000
    Only 10 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  22. No Essay Scholarship by Sallie

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This exclusive no-essay scholarship is for anyone thinking through how to pay for college.
    All students are eligible
    $10,000
    Only 10 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  23. Surveys and Savings No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship aims to support students who are looking for free and easy opportunities to improve their finances.
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 10 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  24. 100 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship will be awarded to the student whose Bold.org profile is the most bold, and who has earned at least 100 Bold Points.
    All students are eligible
    $1,000
    Only 10 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  25. Online Education No Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about taking charge of their futures and pursuing the education they desire.
    All students are eligible
    $500
    Only 10 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  26. Greg Lockwood Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ken Lockwood
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Greg Lockwood by supporting queer students seeking higher education.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Social work
    • Identity: LGBTQ+
    $1,100
    Only 11 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  27. Women in Healthcare Scholarship

    Funded by
    Live it Up
    This scholarship aims to support and empower female students pursuing degrees in healthcare so they can afford to complete their education and shape the future of healthcare.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Citizenship Status: U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Field of Study: Healthcare
    $3,000
    Only 11 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  28. Education Empowerment Scholarship

    Funded by
    Julie Leone
    This scholarship aims to honor the dedication of two incredible parents to education and learning by supporting students in NY and IL who have faced language barriers in their pursuit of education.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • GPA: 3.2 GPA or higher
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    • Background: First-generation American, English as a second language
    • Service/Leadership: Extracurricular activities, volunteer work, part time job, family responsibilities, band, choir, or sport involvement, etc.
    $5,000
    Only 11 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  29. Frederick and Bernice Beretta Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Beretta Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memories of Frederick and Bernice Beretta by supporting students who are trying to better themselves through education.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or trade school student
    • State: San Diego County and Nevada County, California
    $5,000
    Only 11 days left!
    One Click Apply
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  30. Deborah Ann Parsons Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anonymous
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Deborah Ann Parsons by supporting students who are passionate about pursuing higher education.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • School Name: Gloucester High School
    • State: Massachusetts
    • Background: Financial need
    $2,500
    Only 11 days left!
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