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iPinky Promise Foundation Incorporated Scholarship
Funded byiPinky Promise Foundation IncorporatedThis scholarship seeks to support young women who are preparing to embark on their higher education journeys.- Education Level: High school senior
- Race: Black/African American
- GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
- Gender: Female-identifying
- Location: Volusia, Seminole, or Orange County, Florida
$500Only 18 days left!One Click Apply61Spirit of West Virginia Scholarship
Funded byJoel BrackenThis scholarship seeks to inspire students to prioritize education and pursue college by helping to alleviate some of the financial burden of higher education.- Location: Must attend school in West Virginia
- Education Level: Must be a senior in high school
$1,000Only 19 days left!One Click Apply62#AllKidsNeedBooks Scholarship
Funded byValorena PublishingThis scholarship seeks to uplift the storytellers who are passionate about creating the books every child deserves.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Background: Commitment to literacy development, especially among early learners or underserved communities
$500Only 21 days left!One Click Apply63Jim Maxwell Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMaxwell / GraceThis scholarship seeks to support financially underprivileged students of faith who are pursuing higher education at a college or university.- Financial Status: Financially underprivileged
- Identity: Religious
- Education Level: 2 or 4-year undergraduate
$5,000Only 22 days left!One Click Apply64Annese Family Trade School Scholarship
Funded byAnnese FamilyThis scholarship aims to support students who are planning on attending trade school and embarking on their careers.- Education Plans: Will attend trade school
- Background: Financial need
- Experience: Active in the community
- Education Level: High school senior or graduate (including GED holders)
- State: New Hampshire
$1,000Only 22 days left!One Click Apply65Hearts on Sleeves, Minds in College Scholarship
Funded byPayal MehtaThis scholarship seeks to support BIPOC students with big dreams for the future so they can afford to pursue higher education.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Financial Status: Low-income
- Race: Black/Native American
$3,003Only 23 days left!One Click Apply66Tim Gjoraas Science and Education Scholarship
Funded byGjoraasThis scholarship aims to support high school and undergraduate students in South Dakota who are pursuing careers in education or science.- Education Level: Must be a high school or undergraduate student
- Field of Interest: Must be planning to study education or science
- Location: Must be in South Dakota
$1,000Only 23 days left!One Click Apply67Helping Hand Fund
Funded byFermin & ShiThis scholarship seeks to provide support to those who are determined to achieve their dreams despite the challenges they face.- Education Level: High school student
- State : California
- Background: BIPOC
- Financial Status: Low-Income
$3,000Only 23 days left!One Click Apply68Tony Scherer Lower Flint Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDaniel SmithThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Tony Scherer by supporting students at his alma mater as they pursue their studies.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- School Name: University of Chicago
- Financial Status: Financial need
$5,000Only 24 days left!One Click Apply69100 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis 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$1,000Only 25 days left!One Click Apply701000 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis 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$10,000Only 25 days left!One Click Apply71No Essay Scholarship by Sallie
Funded byBold.orgThis exclusive no-essay scholarship is for anyone thinking through how to pay for college.All students are eligible$10,000Only 25 days left!One Click Apply72Bold Rewards No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship is perfect for students who care about Bold Points, winning scholarships, and taking charge of their financial health.All students are eligible$1,000Only 25 days left!One Click Apply73400 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis 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$4,000Only 25 days left!One Click Apply74Conscious Consumer No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship exists to support students building financial literacy skills and looking to be more conscious of their financial habits.All students are eligible$1,000Only 25 days left!One Click Apply75Surveys and Savings No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship aims to support students who are looking for free and easy opportunities to improve their finances.All students are eligible$500Only 25 days left!One Click Apply76ScholarshipOwl No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship is perfect for current and prospective college students who are in search of funding.All students are eligible$500Only 25 days left!One Click Apply77Online Education No Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about taking charge of their futures and pursuing the education they desire.All students are eligible$500Only 25 days left!One Click Apply78Poynter Scholarship
Funded byThe Poynter FoundationThis scholarship aims to support parents who are pursuing their own academic goals while encouraging the educational ambitions of their children.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- GPA: 2.8 or higher
- Background: Single-parent with a school-aged child or children
$10,000Only 26 days left!One Click Apply79J.Terry Tindall Memorial Scholarship
Funded byTindallThis scholarship will honor an exceptional man's legacy by assisting a student who exhibits similar strengths and resilience.- State: Colorado
- Education Level: High School Senior
- GPA: 3.0
$3,500Only 26 days left!One Click Apply80Kris Lewis Memorial Scholarship
Funded byLewis FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Kris Lewis by ensuring that any student who is interested in pursuing higher education has the opportunity to do so.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Oregon
- GPA: 2.5 or higher
- Background: Diverse extracurricular experience
$1,000Only 26 days left!One Click Apply81Peyton Heart Project Scholarship in Memory of Cary Patten
Funded byThe Peyton Heart ProjectThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Cary Patten by raising awareness for mental health and the importance of seeking help.- Education Level: High school senior
- Location: Lake County, Sumter County, or Marion County, Florida
$2,000Only 26 days left!One Click Apply82Jillian Page Commerce and Trades Scholarship
Funded byJillian PageThis scholarship aims to support students who are preparing to pursue higher education in order to achieve their career goals and make a difference in the world.- Education Level: High school senior (2024 or 2025)
- State: Missouri
- Field of Study: Business, cosmetology, or the trades
$500Only 26 days left!One Click Apply83Alan Perlow Scholarship
Funded byPerlowThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Alan Perlow by supporting Jewish students who are dealing with financial hardship.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Ethnicity/Religion: Jewish
- Financial Status: Demonstrates FInancial Need
$754Only 26 days left!One Click Apply84Charles W. McClain Memorial Scholarship
Funded byErin RobertsThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Charles W. McClain by supporting students from West Virginia who are working hard to earn their degrees.- Education Level: High school senior
- Location: Roane County or Jackson County, West Virginia
$1,000Only 26 days left!One Click Apply85American Dream Scholarship
Funded byCharleen CabayThis scholarship seeks to support undocumented students so they have the resources necessary to thrive in college.- Citizenship Status: Non-citizen
- Background: Community service or volunteering experience
$1,000Only 26 days left!One Click Apply86My Brother's Keeper Scholarship
Funded byMinistries of RestorationThis scholarship seeks to make higher education accessible for low-income students living in Michigan.- GPA: 2.5 or higher
- Financial Status: Low-income
- State: Michigan
- Religion : Christian
- Background: Church/Community Service
- Education Level: High school senior
$500Only 26 days left!One Click Apply87Spaghetti and Butter Scholarship
Funded byMcVeigh FamilyThis scholarship aims to support first-generation students so they can overcome the hurdles they face and achieve their goals.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: North Carolina
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Background: First-generation college student
$500Only 27 days left!One Click Apply88Susan Jeanne Grant Heart Award
Funded byThe Grant FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the impactful life of Susan Jeanne Grant by supporting students who have demonstrated compassion throughout high school.- Education Level: High school senior
- Background: Active in school, extracurriculars, and volunteering
- Interests: Agriculture, business, marketing, culinary, hospitality, education, human services, health, medical sciences, information technology, media arts, skilled trades, or STEM
- State: Washington
$1,000Only 28 days left!One Click Apply89Catherine Jirak Scholarship
Funded byThe Brydon GroupThis scholarship seeks to support the next generation of leaders who will inspire progress and create lasting impact in the world.- Background: Employee or dependent of an employee of Rotation Digital
$2,000Only 29 days left!One Click Apply90