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[Page 5] Top Need-Based Scholarships to Apply for in 2025
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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
$500Deadline:Mar 24, 2026One Click Apply121Spirit 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
$1,000Deadline:Mar 25, 2026One Click Apply122#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
$500Deadline:Mar 27, 2026One Click Apply123Dr. Nova Grace Hinman Weinstein Triple Negative Breast Cancer Research Scholarship
Funded byHinman TiefenbachThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Dr. Nova Grace Hinman Weinstein by supporting students who are dedicated to researching breast cancer.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student or recent graduate of an undergraduate or graduate program
- Field of Study: Breast cancer research
$2,500Deadline:Mar 27, 2026One Click Apply124Jim 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
$5,000Deadline:Mar 28, 2026One Click Apply125Annese 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 Level: High school senior
- Education Plans: Will attend trade school
- Background: Financial need
- Location: Rockingham County, New Hampshire
- Experience: Active in the community
$1,000Deadline:Mar 28, 2026One Click Apply126Hearts 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
$3,003Deadline:Mar 29, 2026One Click Apply127Tim 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
$1,000Deadline:Mar 29, 2026One Click Apply128Helping 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
$3,000Deadline:Mar 29, 2026One Click Apply129Tony 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
$5,000Deadline:Mar 30, 2026One Click Apply130Champions for Intellectual Disability Scholarship
Funded byDinesh PuppalaThis scholarship seeks to champion the cause of intellectual disability justice by supporting the dedicated individuals who contribute to this community.- Education Level: Undergraduate, graduate, or trade/vocational/technical student
- Field of Study: Supporting those with intellectual disabilities (special education, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, social work, public policy, medical research, etc.)
$1,000Deadline:Mar 30, 2026One Click Apply131American 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
$1,000Deadline:Apr 01, 2026One Click Apply132Alan 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
$754Deadline:Apr 01, 2026One Click Apply133My 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
$500Deadline:Apr 01, 2026One Click Apply134Poynter 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
$10,000Deadline:Apr 01, 2026One Click Apply135Peyton 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
$2,000Deadline:Apr 01, 2026One Click Apply136Charles 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
$1,000Deadline:Apr 01, 2026One Click Apply137J.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
$3,500Deadline:Apr 01, 2026One Click Apply138Jillian 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
$500Deadline:Apr 01, 2026One Click Apply139Kris 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
$1,000Deadline:Apr 01, 2026One Click Apply140Spaghetti 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
$500Deadline:Apr 02, 2026One Click Apply141Susan 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
$1,000Deadline:Apr 03, 2026One Click Apply142Catherine 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
$2,000Deadline:Apr 04, 2026One Click Apply143Maverick Scholarship
Funded byCarter McKinney FamilyThis scholarship aims to support Howard University students who demonstrate entrepreneurial ambition.- Education Level: Undergraduate freshman, sophomore, or junior
- School Name: Howard University
- Field of Study: Business or related field
- GPA : 3.0 or higher
$1,000Deadline:Apr 05, 2026One Click Apply144Dr. Kevin L. Rhodes Scholarship
Funded byRhodes FamilyThis scholarship aims to support students who need help paying for college but are often excluded from other aid opportunities.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Location: Ralls County (any applicant) or Marion County (college applicants only) of Missouri
- Background: Financial need
$3,000Deadline:Apr 05, 2026One Click Apply145Overcoming Adversity - Jack Terry Memorial Scholarship
Funded byStrand and Terry FamilyThis scholarship aims to honor the remarkable life of Dr. Jack Terry by supporting students who have overcome hardships or adversity in their lives.- Education Level: High school senior
- Financial Status: Low-income
- GPA: 3.5 or higher
$6,000Deadline:Apr 06, 2026One Click Apply146Saswati Gupta Cancer Research Scholarship
Funded bysreya sanyalThis scholarship aims to support female students interested in medicine or biology so they can go on to advance cancer research and prevention.- Education Level: Undergraduate junior or senior or Graduate student
- Gender: Female
- Field of Study: Medicine or Biology
$2,000Deadline:Apr 06, 2026147Steve’s Drive Scholarship
Funded byItcelina HarmonThis scholarship seeks to support students who want to get out of their comfort zones and explore more opportunities after high school.- Education Level: High school senior
- School Name: Glades Central Community High School
- State: Florida
$500Deadline:Apr 07, 2026One Click Apply148Deborah Brown Alexander Adventurer Award
Funded byBrown / Alexander FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Deborah Brown Alexander by supporting deserving students who have an "adventurer" spirit.- Education Level: High school student
- Field of Study: Education
- School: Alief ISD School in Texas (Alief Elsik High School, Alief Hastings High School, Alief Taylor High School, Alief Early College High School, or Alief Kerr High School)
$3,000Deadline:Apr 07, 2026One Click Apply149Daniel Sackett Memorial Award
Funded byMiles-Sackett FamilyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Daniel Sackett by supporting students from his district as they pursue higher education.- Education Level: High school student
- State: Illinois
- School: Victor J. Andrew, Amos Alsonso Stagg, or Carl Sandburg High School
$1,000Deadline:Apr 08, 2026One Click Apply150