[Page 8] The 300 Best Scholarships for High School Students in October 2026

This scholarship supports Merrill Senior High School (Merrill, WI) seniors planning to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison to study education, pharmacy, business, or journalism.

This scholarship aims to honor the 1979 graduating class of Aiken High School by supporting the next generation of Falcons as they pursue higher education in college or trade school.

This scholarship honors J.D. Currin by supporting high school students at Eastern Randolph High School or Providence Grove High School in North Carolina.

This 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.

This scholarship honors a paramedic by supporting high school and undergraduate students pursuing first-responder careers such as EMT, nursing, or paramedicine.

This scholarship honors the memory of Anderson Goode by supporting Kentucky high school seniors in Lincoln or Boyle County.

This scholarship honors Kira Jennings by supporting graduating seniors at Center High School in Antelope, California who are actively involved in community service and school activities.

This scholarship supports high school seniors and two- or four-year college students from Carroll, Coshocton, or Tuscarawas County, Ohio who are working to pay for college and pursuing their career goals despite personal challenges.

This scholarship supports Northwestern High School seniors in Rock Hill, South Carolina, especially those planning to pursue higher education in science or teaching.

This scholarship aims to honor Wolf Gustaveson’s kind heart, welcoming spirit, and love for cars and technology.

This scholarship honors the memory of Michael James Mitrik by supporting Oklahoma high school seniors who play soccer and hold at least a 3.0 GPA.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Matthew Hoover by supporting student-athletes who are preparing to attend college.

This scholarship supports low-income Hispanic/Latinx high school seniors in New York, helping them afford the cost of college.

This scholarship aims to honor the life and legacy of Hector “Flicka” Alvarado by helping future students pursue their educational goals while carrying forward Flicka’s legacy.

This scholarship supports Putnam City High School (Oklahoma) seniors, with preference for first-generation, low-income, or single-parent-household students and those who've faced significant work/caregiving duties or other major hardship.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Kevin by supporting students who share his passion for welding.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Lane Nicholls Trueblood by uplifting students who are devoted both to their studies and to the needs of others.

This scholarship supports Utah public high school seniors who are passionate about speech, debate, or theater and plan to pursue a four-year degree.

This scholarship supports graduating seniors at Montevallo High School (AL), Refugio High School (TX), or Grapevine High School (TX) who plan to pursue a two- or four-year college or vocational program to chase a "big dream" career.

This scholarship aims to support LGBTQIA+ students as they pursue higher education so they can achieve their goals of making the world a better place.

This scholarship honors Jessica, a brain tumor survivor, by supporting high school, undergraduate, and graduate students who are pediatric brain tumor survivors.

This scholarship supports Randolph High School seniors in Massachusetts who demonstrate leadership and involvement in their school community.

This scholarship honors Janis Higgins Gordon by supporting Franklin County, Florida high school seniors who are college-bound and plan to study education.

The Jamie Anderson Scholarship aims to support and encourage young individuals who, like Jamie, have a desire to pursue a career in social work despite facing difficult circumstances.

This scholarship supports BIPOC high school students in Arkansas who attend Star City High School, Dumas High School, or McGehee High School.

This scholarship honors Cheryl W. Goo-Rego by supporting graduating seniors at Kauaʻi High School, Kapaʻa High School, or Waimea High School in Hawaii who demonstrate resilience, responsibility, and strong character.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Marie Humphries by supporting students who are pursuing their education in order to become teachers.

This scholarship supports Massachusetts and Connecticut high school seniors and undergraduates pursuing nursing or teaching degrees who have overcome personal challenges.

This scholarship honors the memory of Matt Dille by supporting graduating seniors at Souderton Area High School in Pennsylvania who plan to attend college and make a difference in the field of mental health.

This scholarship honors the memory of Peyton James by supporting a graduating senior at Dripping Springs High School in Texas who is passionate about raising mental health awareness.