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[Page 4] Exclusive Scholarships for High School Freshmen to Apply for in 2025
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August 25, 2025
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Jillian Page Commerce and Trades Scholarship
Funded byJillian PageAmount
$500Deadline
Apr 01, 2026Education Level
AnyThis 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
91Jared Ethan Trueba Memorial Scholarship
Funded byThe Trueba FamilyAmount
$500Deadline
Apr 01, 2026Education Level
AnyThis 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.- Education Level: High school student
- State: New Mexico
92American Dream Scholarship
Funded byCharleen CabayAmount
$1,250Deadline
Apr 01, 2026Education Level
AnyThis 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
93Environmental Kindness Scholarship
Funded byMelissa MyersAmount
$500Deadline
Apr 03, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support the next generation of environmental activists so they can pursue their careers and protect the environment.- Field of Study: Environmental studies (preservation, conservation, etc.)
94Peyton Heart Project Scholarship in Memory of Peyton James
Funded byThe Peyton Heart ProjectAmount
$2,000Deadline
Apr 08, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Peyton James by raising awareness for mental health and the importance of seeking help.- School: Dripping Springs High School
- State: Texas
- Education Level: High school senior
95Weld Our Soul Scholarship
Funded byMcConville FamilyAmount
$2,000Deadline
Apr 09, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Kevin by supporting students who share his passion for welding.- Education Level: High school or trade school student
- Field of Study: Pursuing welding
96Catalyst Creators: Scholarship for Children's Picture Book Manuscripts Featuring Underrepresented Voices
Funded byPenrose Press, LLCAmount
$700Deadline
Apr 13, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support a student who is passionate about telling lesser-known stories and has a strong children’s picture book manuscript idea.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Background: Has a strong children’s picture book manuscript idea featuring an underrepresented voice as the main character or as a central plot theme
97Gustavo Ortiz Memorial Scholarship
Funded byOrtiz FamilyAmount
$2,200Deadline
Apr 15, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Gustavo Ortiz by supporting students from the school he coached at.- Education Level: High school student
- School: William J. Brennan High School
- State: Texas
98Lexi Nicole Olvera Memorial Scholarship
Funded byScott OlveraAmount
$1,000Deadline
Apr 21, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory and hopes of Lexi Nicole Olvera by supporting students who will carry on her legacy.- Education Level: High school senior (2025)
- State: Texas
- Field of Study: Nursing
99Lieba’s Legacy Scholarship
Funded byJoran FamilyAmount
$1,000Deadline
Apr 25, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support college students looking to better the social-emotional wellbeing of gifted children.- Major: Psychology or Social Work
- Education Level: Undergraduate
- GPA min.: 3.5
100Bryent Smothermon PTSD Awareness Scholarship
Funded byBryent SmothermonAmount
$1,000Deadline
May 14, 2026Education Level
AnyTo honor the legacy of Bryent Smothermon, this scholarship exists to support military veterans or military family members who have suffered from PTSD.- Background: Military veteran or child of a military veteran
101Ojeda Multi-County Youth Scholarship
Funded byGeanette Rodriguez-OjedaAmount
$500Deadline
May 25, 2026Education Level
AnyThe Ojeda Multi-County Youth Scholarship will be awarded to two deserving inner-city high school students to help pay for tuition and books.- Education Level: High school senior
- Race: BIPOC
- GPA: 2.9 or higher
102Greg Lockwood Scholarship
Funded byKen LockwoodAmount
$1,100Deadline
Jun 01, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Greg Lockwood by supporting queer students seeking higher education.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
- Field of Study: Social work
- Identity: LGBTQ+
103Deanna Ellis Memorial Scholarship
Funded byAnina deNobrigaAmount
$500Deadline
Jun 28, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support a student pursuing a career in helping those with substance abuse issues.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Major/Field: Mental health counseling, healthcare, nursing, or other professions that help those with substance abuse issues
104Crenati Foundation Supporting International Students Scholarship
Funded byCrenati FoundationAmount
$1,000Deadline
Nov 20, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to help international students pursue their college education in the US.- Education Level: International undergraduate student
- Citizenship Status: Non-US citizen
105Valentine Scholarship
Funded byValentine FamilyAmount
$1,500Deadline
Mar 31, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students in the Texas who are preparing to make the leap from high school to college.- Education Level: High school student
Scholarship is awarded to
3 winners106Growing with Gabby Scholarship
Funded byGabriella CarterAmount
$4,925Deadline
Jan 31, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support students working to pay for higher education who have experienced personal growth.- Education Level: Any, including graduated students with student debt
Scholarship is awarded to
3 winners107@normandiealise #GenWealth Scholarship
Funded byNormandie CormierAmount
$1,375Deadline
May 01, 2023Education Level
AnyAs a way to help another student and make college more feasible, the #GenerationalWealth Scholarship serves to help ambitious students who plan to improve their lives through education.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner108Jim Maxwell Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMaxwell / GraceAmount
$10,000Deadline
Mar 29, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners109Scott McLam Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJohn GerliAmount
$6,000Deadline
Jun 10, 2023Education Level
AnyThe Scott McLam Memorial Scholarship aims to honor Scott by supporting lacrosse students of all education levels to meet their educational goals.- Sport: Lacrosse
- Education Level: All education levels
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners110Harriett Russell Carr Memorial Scholarship
Funded byFranita PokeAmount
$1,000Deadline
Apr 04, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Harriett Russell Carr by supporting women who share Harriett’s devotion to service.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Gender: Female-identifying
- Background: Community service-oriented
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners111Our Destiny Our Future Scholarship
Funded byOUR DESTINY OUR FUTURE FOUNDATIONAmount
$3,000Deadline
Jun 30, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support students who volunteer in their community.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate
- Experience: Volunteer or non-profit
Scholarship is awarded to
3 winners112Olivia Woods Memorial Scholarship
Funded byAngela DarlingAmount
$1,050Deadline
Mar 01, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support low income students who are passionate about reading.- Education Level: Any
- Background: Low-income
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner113Joseph A. Monachino Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMonachinoAmount
$1,600Deadline
Jul 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Joseph A. Monachino by supporting students who are committed to pursuing higher education.- Financial Status: Financial need
- Education Level: High school student
- State: Nevada
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner114Gus Downing Retail Loss Prevention & Safety Scholarship
Funded byCalibration Group, Inc.Amount
$5,000Deadline
Aug 04, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who are dedicated to making a positive impact in the field of safety.- Field of Study: Criminal justice or retail loss prevention and safety
Scholarship is in review115Neil Margeson Sound Scholarship
Funded byMargeson FamilyAmount
$4,000Deadline
May 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Neil Margeson by supporting students who share his passion for music.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or trade school student
- Field of Study: Sound engineering and/or music
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners116Parker Holder Memorial Scholarship
Funded byCarmella HolmesAmount
$2,000Deadline
Dec 01, 2022Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will help honor the life of Parker Holder and help support a student who is pursuing a trade.- Education Level: High school
- Current or desired schooling: Trade school
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners117Show your Mettle - Women in STEM Scholarship
Funded byConnie OzmerAmount
$1,500Deadline
Sep 01, 2022Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support women who are pursuing degrees and careers in IT or STEM so they have the necessary resources to achieve their dreams.- Gender: Female
- Field of Study: IT or STEM
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner118Kendall Ross Culinary Scholarship
Funded byNick Osterfoss and Corey SiegelAmount
$8,440Deadline
Feb 18, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Kendall Ross by supporting the next generation of talented chefs.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Field of Study: Culinary arts
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner119Michael J. Burns Military Children Scholarship
Funded byJason BurnsAmount
$1,200Deadline
Sep 01, 2022Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor Michael J. Burns’ legacy of giving by supporting students from military families who need financial assistance to pursue their educational goals.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
- Background: From a military family
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner120
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for high school freshman scholarships?
Different scholarships have different sets of eligibility requirements, so make sure to check that the scholarship you are applying to is applicable to you. Many of the scholarships listed don't have many requirements. Since there aren't as many scholarships specifically for high school freshmen, it is more common for freshmen to apply to scholarships with a wider eligibility range.
What is the best website to apply for scholarships?
There are many scholarship websites out there that you can look into throughout your search. However, not all of those other sites have the same user-friendly application process nor as many scholarships geared towards individual interests as Bold.org does. Bold.org has new scholarships opening up all the time, constantly giving new opportunities for scholarships.
How do I find scholarships for high school freshmen?
Use the filters on the scholarship search page, specifically narrowing the search to students in high school. There are many scholarships open to students of any education level, but still, make sure to check eligibility requirements.