[Page 2] The 90 Best No-Essay Scholarships to Apply for in January 2026
Updated: January 19, 2026
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Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship is perfect for students interested in college tips and resources.Amount$500Deadline:Feb 1, 202611 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes31Catholic Colleges No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship is perfect for high school or transfer students who are interested in Catholic College tips and resources.Amount$1,000Deadline:Feb 1, 202611 days left!Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes32100 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.Amount$1,000Deadline:Feb 1, 202611 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes33Bold 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.Amount$1,000Deadline:Feb 1, 202611 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes34Love Island Fan Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship aims to support students who are fans of "Love Island" and are invested in the stories on screen.Amount$500Deadline:Feb 1, 202611 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes35500 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 500 Bold Points.Amount$5,000Deadline:Feb 1, 202611 days left!Education LevelAnyTakes minutes36Peter J. Musto Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRACE Cancer FoundationThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Peter J. Musto by supporting students who have been affected by cancer, either through their own diagnosis or the diagnosis of a family member.Amount$1,500Deadline:Feb 18, 2026Education LevelHigh School, Undergraduate37Todd Ramsey Memorial Scholarship
Funded byThe Todd Ramsey Memorial Scholarship FoundationThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Todd Ramsey by serving the car audio industry and providing students with a pathway to technical and business education, thus bringing a new generation of qualified technicians, sales staff, and competent shop operators to market.Amount$6,500Deadline:Feb 19, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes38Tate McRae Fan No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship aims to support fans of Tate McRae who enjoy her music, dancing, and performances!Amount$500Deadline:Feb 28, 2026Education LevelAnyTakes minutes39Get Up and Go Scholarship
Funded byTiana BrownThis scholarship seeks to support students who demonstrate resilience, ambition, and a steadfast commitment to their education—qualities that defined Patrease’s life and legacy.Amount$2,500Deadline:Feb 28, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes40SZA Fan No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship seeks to support fans of SZA’s incredible music and lyrics so they can pursue their dreams!Amount$500Deadline:Feb 28, 2026Education LevelAnyTakes minutes41Code Breakers & Changemakers Scholarship
Funded byIgnite Arts and STEMThis scholarship seeks to support underrepresented high school students who are passionate about pursuing careers in STEM.Amount$1,000Deadline:Mar 1, 2026Education LevelHigh School42Diverse Nursing Scholarship
Funded byCourtney NygaardThis scholarship aims to support students of color and/or students who are members of marginalized minority groups as they pursue their ambitions.Amount$1,000Deadline:Mar 2, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes43Audrey Claire Todd Memorial Scholarship
Funded byTodd FamilyThis scholarship seeks to preserve the memory and legacy of Audrey Claire Todd by supporting students from Colorado and raising awareness of drunk driving.Amount$2,500Deadline:Mar 10, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes44Lucas Jeffery STEAM Scholarship
Funded byLucas JefferyThis scholarship seeks to support students who are multifaceted and committed to both STEM and the arts.Amount$500Deadline:Mar 17, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes45Brian C Jensen Scholarship
Funded byBrian C JensenThis scholarship seeks to support college students pursuing their educational dreams without the barriers of traditional scholarship.Amount$1,000Deadline:Mar 19, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes46Grady Reese Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMegan ReeseThis scholarship seeks to support students attending Lakeville North High School in Minnesota.Amount$500Deadline:Mar 21, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes47Matt Preziose Creative Scholarship
Funded byGisela DelgadoThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Matt Preziose by supporting students studying art.Amount$1,000Deadline:Mar 30, 2026Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes48J.D. Currin Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJames RouthThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of J.D. Currin by supporting students at Eastern Randolph High School or Providence Grove High School who are preparing to leave high school and begin their pursuit of higher education.Amount$1,000Deadline:Mar 30, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes49Wicked Fan No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgThis scholarship seeks to support fans of Wicked who are excited about the new movie adaptation of the story!Amount$500Deadline:Mar 31, 2026Education LevelAnyTakes minutes50Redefining Victory Scholarship
Funded byChris & Mary CarnduffBy embracing diverse avenues for personal growth, anyone can conquer the challenges of life and attain the pinnacle of success.Amount$20,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelAnyTakes minutes51Susan 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.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 3, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes52Proverbs 3:27 Scholarship
Funded byKye-Keyann BatesThis scholarship seeks to support faithful students who have a history of giving back to their communities and serving others.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 4, 2026Education LevelHigh School53Knuckleheads FSU Flying High Circus Alumni Scholarship
Funded byDavid HammockThis scholarship aims to recognize and support current student performers who exemplify the spirit, dedication, and camaraderie that have long defined the Florida State University Flying High Circus.Amount$1,400Deadline:Apr 5, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes54In My Mother’s Name Scholarship
Funded byIntention Enterprises LLCThis scholarship will support a student of Caribbean descent who is pursuing a nursing career.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 10, 2026Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes55Haiti Rising Love Wins Scholarship
Funded byHodgdon FamilyThis scholarship helps a high school or undergraduate student who is of Haitian origin and identifies as Christian.Amount$2,500Deadline:Apr 14, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes56Dream Big Enough Scholarship
Funded byGrimes FamilyThis scholarship aims to help fund students’ pursuits of dreaming bigger dreams, being tough-minded optimists, and pursuing opportunities larger than their current conditions.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 15, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes57Iannini Prize
Funded byGeorge IanniniThis scholarship aims to support Marlborough High School students who are preparing to begin their pursuit of higher education.Amount$25,000Deadline:Apr 17, 2026Education LevelHigh School58Joan Free Thompson Scholarship
Funded byHowe and Linn FamiliesThis scholarship will support a BIPOC high school student in Arkansas who attends Star City High School, Dumas High School, or McGehee High School.Amount$4,000Deadline:Apr 20, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes59Philip J. Saviano Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJames SavianoThis scholarship seeks to reduce the cost of higher education by supporting students who are facing financial challenges.Amount$100,000Deadline:Apr 26, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes60