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[Page 4] Top Need-Based Scholarships to Apply for in 2026

The Best Need-Based Scholarships with Upcoming Deadlines

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  1. Susan Rita Murray Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rachel Murray
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Susan Rita Murray by supporting undergraduate women in nursing with a 3.5+ GPA.
    • Education Level: Four-year undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Nursing
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • GPA: 3.5 GPA or higher
    $1,000
    Deadline:Nov 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  2. Sue Murray Memorial Baking, Pastry & Culinary Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rachel Murray
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Sue Murray by supporting students who share her passion for the culinary arts.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate (including trade school) or graduate student
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Field of Study: Baking, pastries, or culinary arts
    $1,000
    Deadline:Nov 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  3. It Takes A Village “Bayanihan” Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tinidor Foods
    This scholarship supports Filipino immigrant students (from high school through graduate school) as they pursue their education.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Background: Immigrated from the Philippines
    $1,000
    Deadline:Dec 04, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  4. "The Porter" A Star Will Shine Scholarship

    Funded by
    Reyna Porter
    This scholarship supports Black/African American rising undergraduate freshmen who completed high school or their GED in 2026 and live in Metro Atlanta, Georgia (Fulton, DeKalb, Clayton, Cobb, Gwinnett, Douglas, or Henry County).
    • Education Level: Rising undergraduate freshman (completed GED in 2026)
    • Race: African American / Black
    • Location: Resident of Metro Atlanta or a native from Fulton, DeKalb, Clayton, Cobb, Gwinnett, Douglas, or Henry County
    $500
    Deadline:Dec 05, 2026
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  5. Velazquez Social Sciences Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jorge Velazquez
    This scholarship supports Puerto Rican heritage, first-generation-college-bound high school seniors pursuing a two- or four-year degree in social work, psychology, sociology, political science, international relations, or criminal justice.
    • Background: First-generation college student
    • Heritage: At least one parent of Puerto Rican descent
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Field of Study: Social work, psychology, sociology, political science, international relations, or criminal justice
    $1,100
    Deadline:Dec 06, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  6. Private (PVT) Henry Walker Minority Scholarship

    Funded by
    Steven Franklin
    This scholarship honors Henry Walker Sr by supporting African American undergraduate students with financial need who attend an HBCU, maintain a 2.8+ GPA, and have volunteering experience.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Race: African American
    • School Type: HBCU
    • Background: Volunteer experience
    • GPA: 2.8 or above
    $1,000
    Deadline:Dec 09, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  7. Black Girls Go Global S.T.E.A.M. Scholarship

    Funded by
    Black Girls Go Global
    This scholarship seeks to support and uplift Black girls who demonstrate academic promise, leadership potential, and financial need as they pursue education and career pathways in S.T.E.A.M.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Race: Black or African American
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Field of Study: STEAM
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    • GPA: 3.2 or higher
    $5,000
    Deadline:Dec 10, 2026
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  8. Bright Lights Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bria Alexander
    This scholarship aims to support students who have had to overcome obstacles in order to pursue a college education.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Identity: Underrepresented minority and/or first-generation college student
    $1,100
    Deadline:Dec 10, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  9. Deraleau Family Multidisciplinary Scholarship

    Funded by
    Deraleau Family
    This scholarship supports undergraduate students majoring in Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies who hold at least a 3.0 GPA, encouraging them to pursue their diverse interests while serving their communities.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Background: Financial need
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Field of Study: Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
    $5,000
    Deadline:Dec 13, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  10. Dr. Shuqiao Yao Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Shuqiao Excellence Award
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Dr. Shuqiao by supporting students who are pursuing their ambitions in psychology and psychiatry.
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Field of Study: Psychology or psychiatry
    • Background: Asian
    • Education Level: Graduate student
    $2,000
    Deadline:Dec 19, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  11. Lotus Scholarship

    Funded by
    Fiona Chen
    This scholarship will support BIPOC students who are from low-income backgrounds or have been raised in single-parent households.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate
    • Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
    • Background: Low-income or raised by a single parent
    $500
    Deadline:Dec 29, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  12. Maggie's Way- International Woman’s Scholarship

    Funded by
    David Gaskill
    This scholarship aims to honor Maggie’s life by supporting female students who have moved to the U.S. for their education.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Gender: Female
    • Background: International student in the U.S.
    $5,000
    Deadline:Dec 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  13. LegalMatch.com's Legal Futures Initiative Scholarship

    Funded by
    LegalMatch.com
    This scholarship supports undergraduate juniors and seniors at four-year colleges with a minimum 3.75 GPA who plan to attend law school and pursue a career in the legal field.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate junior or senior
    • College Type: Four-year school
    • Education Goals: Plans to attend law school
    • GPA: 3.75 min.
    $1,000
    Deadline:Dec 30, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  14. Current Future Finance Scholarship

    Funded by
    Current
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are ready to make smarter financial moves and reach their goals faster.
    • Age: 18 or older
    $3,000
    Deadline:Dec 31, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  15. John Dowling Odom Welding Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lisa Vaughan
    This scholarship will support a student who is pursuing a career in welding.
    • GPA: 2.5 or higher
    • Type of Trade: Welding
    • School Type: Trade school
    $1,000
    Deadline:Dec 31, 2026
    One Click Apply
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  16. Marlene Manning Scholarship

    Funded by
    Manning
    This scholarship honors Marlene Manning by supporting low-income Maryland high school seniors and undergraduates (minimum 2.7 GPA), with preference given to applicants from the Prince George's County area.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • State: Maryland
    • Background: Low-income
    • GPA: 2.7 minimum
    $500
    Deadline:Jan 14, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  17. Pierson Family Scholarship for U.S. Studies

    Funded by
    Pierson Family
    This scholarship aims to support international students who want to pursue higher education in the United States.
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    • GPA: 3.5 or higher
    • Identity: International and/or non-US citizen
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate
    $10,000
    Deadline:Jan 27, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  18. Study Abroad Immersion Scholarship

    Funded by
    Frasier Family
    This scholarship supports Midwest (IN, IL, MI, OH, KY) four-year undergraduate students who have been accepted into a university study abroad program and are preparing to immerse themselves in a new country's culture.
    • Education Level: Four-year undergraduate student
    • Location: Midwest (Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, or Kentucky)
    • Background: Accepted into a study abroad program through a university
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 09, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  19. Donovan Harpster “Called to Teach” Scholarship

    Funded by
    Harpster Family
    This scholarship honors Donovan Harpster by supporting first-generation high school seniors and undergraduates pursuing a career or degree in secondary education.
    • Field of Study: Education
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Background: First-generation college student
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 10, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  20. Patricia Lee Wilson Social Work Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Latoya Wilson
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Patricia Lee Wilson by supporting students who share her commitment to community service and social work.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Field of Study: Social work
    • Background: Community service experience
    • Identity: Part of an underrepresented community
    $2,000
    Deadline:Feb 11, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  21. Ruth Jensen Scholarship for the Arts

    Funded by
    Jensen Family
    This scholarship honors the life of Ruth Jensen by supporting Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana high school or undergraduate students with financial need who are pursuing visual or performing arts.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Financial Status: Financial need
    • Field of Study: Visual or performing arts
    • States: MI, OH, or IN
    $1,500
    Deadline:Feb 14, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  22. Robert N. Highfield Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Robert Highfield Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Robert N. Highfield by providing financial support to deserving students pursuing post-secondary education, whether their goals lead them to a university degree or vocational training.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • State: Ohio
    • School District: Washington Court House City Schools or Miami Trace
    $3,000
    Deadline:Feb 14, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  23. Ka ʻOhana Hōʻoli Scholarship

    Funded by
    Hōʻoli ʻOhana
    This scholarship aims to support students who attended Ka’ala Elementary and are preparing to finish their high school years so they can thrive in college.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • School Name: Leilehua High School
    • State: Hawaii
    • Background: Attended Ka’ala Elementary School
    $500
    Deadline:Feb 28, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  24. Healing Self and Community Scholarship

    Funded by
    OG Dance School for Healing Self, LLC®
    This scholarship supports BIPOC high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students pursuing careers in the arts or health fields who are passionate about making mental health care more affordable and accessible.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
    • Background: Interest in changing the world through art and health promotion
    • Desired Career Field: Art or Healthcare
    $2,000
    Deadline:Feb 28, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  25. Mrs. Doris Glover Scholarship

    Funded by
    Marcus and Veronica Lockhart
    This scholarship honors Mrs. Doris Glover, a longtime Dallas-area educator, by supporting high school seniors planning to attend, or current undergraduates attending, Prairie View A&M University.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • School Name: Will attend or is attending PVAMU
    $2,500
    Deadline:Feb 28, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  26. Doan Foundation Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Doan Incorporated (Doan Foundation)
    This scholarship supports low-income California high school seniors with a 2.5+ GPA who are pursuing careers in the arts, music, design, or performing arts.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • GPA: 2.5 or higher
    • State: California
    • Financial Status: Low-income
    • Field of Study: Arts
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 28, 2027
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  27. Shaunterrio Hudson Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Backpack Payment Technologies, Inc.
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Shaunterrio Hudson by supporting underserved populations who share his passion for medicine.
    • Education Level: Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program
    • Financial Status: Demonstrated financial need
    • Field of Study: Healthcare, nursing, radiology, or medical technology
    • Background: Must identify as a member of a minority or underserved community
    • Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.8
    $1,000
    Deadline:Feb 28, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  28. TLau "Love Fiercely" Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lau
    This scholarship aims to honor T. Lau by supporting high school or undergraduate students in Colorado who is pursuing a career in nursing, EMT or an outdoor education degree.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Background: Passion and love for the outdoors and experience working outdoors
    • Field of Study: EMT, nursing or outdoor recreation
    • State: Colorado
    $2,000
    Deadline:Feb 28, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  29. Michelle (Burris) Fishburn Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Burris Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Michelle (Burris) Fishburn by supporting students who share her passion for giving back to the global world.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Location: Hillsborough County, Florida
    • Background: Volunteering experience
    • Goals: Helping people in other countries
    • Minimum unweighted cumulative GPA: 3.0
    • Field of Study: International affairs, foreign languages, history, law, public health, medicine, education/teaching or a related field
    $1,000
    Deadline:Mar 01, 2027
    One Click Apply
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  30. Special Delivery of Dreams Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rocky Mountain Philatelic Library
    This scholarship seeks to give back to students who collect stamps so that they can afford to pursue their education dreams and career goals.
    • Interest/Hobby: Stamp collecting
    • Education Level: Pursuing an associate degree, bachelors degree, graduate degree, or trade school certificate
    $15,000
    Deadline:Mar 01, 2027
    One Click Apply
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