[Page 7] The 300 Best Scholarships for High School Students in February 2026
Updated: February 16, 2026
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100% free.Kris 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.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes181Sammy Meckley Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMeckleyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Sammy Meckley by supporting students in Maryland who are involved in extracurricular activities.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes182Larry A. Montgomery Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMiranda MitchellThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Larry A. Montgomery by supporting students who share his incredible qualities.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes183Alan Perlow Scholarship
Funded byPerlowThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Alan Perlow by supporting Jewish students who are dealing with financial hardship.Amount$754Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes184Jillian 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.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes185Peyton 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.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes186Matthew Hoover Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMatthew Hoover FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Matthew Hoover by supporting student-athletes who are preparing to attend college.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes187Lori Nethaway Memorial Scholarship
Funded byStacey SprenkelThis scholarship will support a female high school senior in California.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes188Best Greens Powder Heroes’ Legacy Scholarship
Funded byLive it UpIn recognition of the burden higher education can place on military families, this scholarship seeks to give back to these dedicated families to honor their sacrifices.Amount$3,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelAnyTakes minutes189Nicholas Hamlin Tennis Memorial Scholarship
Funded byNicholas HamlinThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Nick Hamlin by supporting students who play tennis.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes190American Dream Scholarship
Funded byCharleen CabayThis scholarship seeks to support undocumented students so they have the resources necessary to thrive in college.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelAnyTakes minutes191Peyton Heart Project Scholarship in Memory of Lennon Baldwin
Funded byThe Peyton Heart ProjectThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Lennon Baldwin by raising awareness for mental health and the importance of seeking help.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes192Scott Crockett Memorial Scholarship
Funded byScott Crockett Memorial FundThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Scott Crockett by supporting students who are pursuing the noble field of fire service.Amount$2,000Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes193J.Terry Tindall Memorial Scholarship
Funded byTindallThis scholarship will honor an exceptional man's legacy by assisting a student who exhibits similar strengths and resilience.Amount$3,500Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes194My Brother's Keeper Scholarship
Funded byMinistries of RestorationThis scholarship seeks to make higher education accessible for low-income students living in Michigan.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes195Redefining 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 minutes196Jared Ethan Trueba Memorial Scholarship
Funded byThe Trueba FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Jared Ethan Trueba by supporting students at Cibola High School in NM who embody Jared’s love for community involvement.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 1, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes197Spaghetti 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.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 2, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes198George W. Jones, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRichardson Community BandThis scholarship seeks to support students who desire to continue their musical involvement throughout their years of higher education and beyond.Amount$750Deadline:Apr 3, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes199Environmental Kindness Scholarship
Funded byMelissa MyersThis scholarship aims to support the next generation of environmental activists so they can pursue their careers and protect the environment.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 3, 2026Education LevelAnyTakes minutes200Susan 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 minutes201Se Vale Soñar Scholarship
Funded byLeslie JimenezThis scholarship aims to provide financial support to students who are the first in their families to attend college so that they can thrive.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 4, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes202Kelly Smith Memorial Scholarship
Funded byNorthside ISDThis scholarship aims to support students who exemplify the attributes that Kelly Smith demonstrated in her work.Amount$4,000Deadline:Apr 4, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes203Proverbs 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 School204Coach Doc Ryan Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRyan familyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Coach Doc Ryan by supporting students who share his passion for athletics.Amount$6,000Deadline:Apr 4, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes205Dr. 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.Amount$3,000Deadline:Apr 5, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes206Michaella Neal Memorial Scholarship
Funded byKelley BevisThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Michaella Neal so that future generations of students can know and understand the amazing educator and person that she was.Amount$3,066Deadline:Apr 5, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes207Brandon Edreff Memorial Gearshift Scholarship
Funded byEdreff FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Brandon Edreff by supporting those who persevere through grief, providing vital financial support to undergraduate students who have tragically lost a sibling or parent during their academic journey.Amount$1,500Deadline:Apr 5, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes208Michael James Mitrik Soccer Scholarship
Funded byVaccaro/Mitrik FamilyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Michael James Mitrik by supporting students who share his passion for soccer.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 5, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes209East County Math Scholarship
Funded byAnonymousThis scholarship seeks to support students who are preparing to finish high school and begin college so they can overcome any financial obstacles they may face.Amount$1,000Deadline:Apr 5, 2026Education LevelHigh SchoolTakes minutes210