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[Page 4] The 120 Best Scholarships for Graduate Students in April 2026

Updated: April 6, 2026

Written by:Elise
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Grad school is demanding — between research, classes, and life, finding funding isn’t easy. That’s why Bold.org ranks the top scholarships for grad students, organized by amount, effort, deadline, and eligibility.

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  1. Minority Single Mother Scholarship

    Funded by
    Peggy Meyerhoff Pearlstone Foundation
    This scholarship aims to support deserving single mothers who struggle to afford to pursue their dreams without financial help.
    Amount
    $7,500
    Deadline:
    May 23, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    91
  2. Josh Gibson MD Grant

    Funded by
    Josh Gibson MD
    This scholarship aims to continue Dr. Josh Gibson’s legacy by supporting students who balance their academic pursuits with significant work or volunteer commitments.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    May 24, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    92
  3. Minority Women in STEM

    Funded by
    martha bode
    This scholarship seeks to support and encourage female and minority students to pursue STEM majors in college or tech schools so that they can focus on their studies rather than worrying about the costs of attendance.
    Amount
    $10,000
    Deadline:
    May 25, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    93
  4. Tawkify Meaningful Connections Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tawkify, Inc.
    This scholarship seeks to support the next generation of leaders who understand and champion human connection as they pursue higher education.
    Amount
    $4,000
    Deadline:
    May 28, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    94
  5. Special Needs Advocacy Inc. Teresa Politano Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Special Needs Advocacy Incorporated
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Teresa Politano by supporting students as they pursue their dreams in journalism.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    May 28, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    95
  6. 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.
    Amount
    $3,500
    Deadline:
    May 28, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    96
  7. 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.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 28, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    97
  8. 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.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    May 28, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    98
  9. 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.
    Amount
    $7,500
    Deadline:
    May 29, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    99
  10. Larry Jackstien Jazz Piano Community Impact Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jill Jackstien Angerbauer
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Larry Jackstien by supporting young jazz pianists and inspiring them to create lifelong positive impacts in their communities through performances, education, and mentorship.
    Amount
    $6,000
    Deadline:
    May 29, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    100
  11. Tammurra Hamilton Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tam’s Beautiful Butterflies
    This scholarship aims to honor Tammurra Hamilton's legacy of prioritizing her education by supporting both high school and college students pursuing higher education.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    May 29, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    101
  12. Anderson Women's Rugby Scholarship

    Funded by
    Heather Anderson
    This scholarship aims to help women’s rugby players pay for college so they can afford the costs of higher education.
    Amount
    $25,000
    Deadline:
    May 30, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    102
  13. Joseph A. Monachino Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Monachino
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Joseph A. Monachino by supporting students who are committed to pursuing higher education.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    May 30, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    103
  14. Matthew J. Kauffman Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kauffman Family
    This scholarship will support a healthcare major in Ohio.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    May 30, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    104
  15. Pastor Thomas Rorie Jr. Christian Values Scholarship

    Funded by
    Family and Friends of Pastor Thomas Rorie Jr.
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Pastor Thomas Rorie Jr. by supporting students who share his strong sense of faith.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    May 30, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    105
  16. 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.
    Amount
    $25,000
    Deadline:
    May 30, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    106
  17. Jeffrey J. Douglas First Amendment Scholarship

    Funded by
    Free Speech Coalition
    This scholarship seeks to honor the work of Jeffrey J. Douglas by supporting students who share his interest in First Amendment law.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    May 30, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    107
  18. Margot Pickering Aspiring Attorney Scholarship

    Funded by
    Margot Marie Pickering Bogner Memorial Scholarship Fund
    This scholarship will support passionate students currently in law school, or planning to attend law school.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    Jun 1, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    108
  19. 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.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 1, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    109
  20. Community Health Ambassador Scholarship for Nursing Students

    Funded by
    Live it Up
    This scholarship seeks to lower the financial burden of college in order to encourage and empower nursing students to make a difference not only in healthcare institutions, but also within their local communities.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 1, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    110
  21. Lily Tantillo Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tantillo
    This scholarship seeks to honor Lily Tantillo’s legacy of light by uplifting and supporting students who carry forward her dedication, courage, and heart for justice.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jun 5, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    111
  22. Bio-Rad Michigan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bio-Rad Laboratories
    This scholarship aims to support students who are preparing to pursue higher education in the fields of science and engineering.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 6, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    112
  23. Marilynn Walker Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Matlock
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Marilynn Walker by supporting women who are pursuing business or international business.
    Amount
    $5,500
    Deadline:
    Jun 8, 2026
    Education Level
    Graduate
    Takes minutes
    113
  24. James B. McCleary Music Scholarship

    Funded by
    James McCleary
    This scholarship aims to support students who are majoring in music so they have the motivation necessary to thrive.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 9, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    114
  25. Dinakara Rao Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dinesh Puppala
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Dinakara Rao by supporting students who share his relentless drive to succeed in a complex world that often favors those with established privilege.
    Amount
    $832
    Deadline:
    Jun 10, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    115
  26. Raymond W. Walsh Video Production Scholarship

    Funded by
    Metro Productions
    This scholarship seeks to commemorate the legacy of Raymond W. Walsh by supporting students who are pursuing careers in media.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 11, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    116
  27. Cheryl Johnson-Watts Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Johnson
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Cheryl Johnson-Watts by supporting students who plan to pursue higher education and build a better future in education roles.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 11, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    117
  28. Norman's Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sukhanov-tran
    This scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about special education and making an impact on students.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    Jun 12, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    118
  29. New Light: Illuminating Your Future Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anonymous
    This scholarship seeks to support students who have left the Jehovah’s Witness faith and are seeking higher education as they carve their own path ahead in this world.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 15, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    119
  30. Natalie Joy Poremski Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anthony Poremski
    This scholarship aims to honor the short life of Natalie Joy Poremski by supporting students pursuing careers in law, medicine, or political science.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 15, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    120