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[Page 2] The 150 Best Scholarships for High School Students in October 2026

Updated: October 5, 2026

Written by:Elise
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Between schoolwork, sports, and everything else, applying for scholarships isn’t easy. At Bold.org, we’ve gathered the top scholarships for high school students — ranked by amount, deadlines, and eligibility — all in one place.

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  1. Survey Rewards No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is perfect for students who love earning rewards for sharing their opinions on products and services.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    31
  2. Catholic Colleges No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is perfect for high school or transfer students who are interested in Catholic College tips and resources.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    32
  3. 100 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This 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
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    33
  4. Best Faith-Based Colleges No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is a perfect fit for high school students interested in attending faith-based colleges or universities.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    34
  5. Bold.org No-Essay Top Friend Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship will be awarded to an applicant who has the boldest Bold.org profile.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    35
  6. 300 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship will be awarded to the student whose Bold.org profile is the most bold, and who has earned at least 300 Bold Points.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    36
  7. Best Catholic Colleges No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is a perfect opportunity for high school students interested in attending Catholic Colleges or Universities.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    37
  8. Best Christian Colleges No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is perfect for Christian high school students looking for college tips and resources.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    38
  9. NSHSS Student Appreciation Giveaway

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are preparing to take the next step in their education so they can build a better future.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    39
  10. WayUp “Unlock Your Potential” Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    Kickstart your career with WayUp. Open to undergraduate and graduate students at eligible schools and majors, graduating in 2026 or later.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    40
  11. Finance Your Education No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are looking for financial aid and tips on how to finance their education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    41
  12. Surveys and Savings No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship aims to support students who are looking for free and easy opportunities to improve their finances.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    42
  13. $25,000 "Be Bold" No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    The world will be shaped by the bold—the fighters, the risk-takers, the earnest overachievers who won’t take no for an answer. The $25,000 “Be Bold” Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile.
    Amount
    $25,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    43
  14. 500 Bold Points No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This 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
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 31, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    44
  15. John D. Sherman Scholarship

    Funded by
    Friends and Family of John D. Sherman
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of John D. Sherman Jr. by supporting students in Vermont who have MS or a physical disability.
    Amount
    $6,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 5, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    45
  16. Sherman S. Howard Legacy Foundation Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sherman S. Howard Legacy Foundation, Inc.
    This scholarship aims to support college-bound students to ease the financial burden of college so they can flourish.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 7, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    46
  17. Heron Wolf Commercial Real Estate Scholarship

    Funded by
    Heron Wolf Staffing
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about pursuing careers in real estate and making a difference through their careers.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 9, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    47
  18. Charles E. Nettles Continued Education Scholarship

    Funded by
    Amoni Perryman
    This scholarship aims to make higher education more accessible by supporting students who are passionate about expanding their minds.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Nov 10, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    48
  19. James Gabriel Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    McCormack
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of James Gabriel by financially supporting those who have survived a congenital heart defect.
    Amount
    $1,225
    Deadline:
    Nov 14, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    49
  20. Hines Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kristin Hines
    This scholarship aims to support underrepresented students who are pursuing higher education so they can overcome the obstacles they face and succeed.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Nov 14, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    50
  21. Frank and Nelcie Williams Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Williams
    This scholarship will support a high school senior from New Jersey.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Nov 15, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    51
  22. Ellen Melinda Smith Odeh Scholarship

    Funded by
    Adeeb Odeh
    This scholarship honors the memory of Ellen Melinda Smith Odeh by supporting Illinois undergraduate students pursuing nursing degrees who share her passion for learning and helping others.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 15, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    52
  23. DMV Future Builders Scholarship

    Funded by
    Originals 3D Prints
    This scholarship aims to support builders, problem-solvers, and future leaders who are actively working to make a difference rather than simply talking about it.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 15, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    53
  24. Gabe J. Maletta Memorial Scholarship for Mental Health

    Funded by
    Richard Stoeckel
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Gabe J. Maletta by supporting students who are focusing on the mental health field.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 15, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    54
  25. Grace In Action Scholarship

    Funded by
    Grace In Action Mission Inc.
    This scholarship aims to support first-generation immigrant high school juniors and seniors who are involved in their church.
    Amount
    $3,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 19, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    55
  26. HBCU Legacy & Excellence Scholarship

    Funded by
    Originals 3D Prints
    This scholarship seeks to celebrate the enduring legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities by supporting the next generation of proud HBCU graduates.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 20, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    56
  27. Faithful Leaders Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ayokunnumi Oluwakuyide
    This scholarship supports Black/African American undergraduate students (freshmen–junior) at the University of Notre Dame pursuing business fields like accounting, finance, economics, business analytics, management, or marketing.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 21, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    57
  28. From Anna & Ava Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Taylor Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Anna Sage by supporting students pursuing careers in healthcare, science, or education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Nov 25, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    58
  29. Fieldwork Support Scholarship

    Funded by
    Triston Batchelor
    This scholarship supports Panola College associate-degree students in Texas entering their final semester of the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program, helping cover living and transportation costs during the unpaid clinical fieldwork rotation.
    Amount
    $750
    Deadline:
    Nov 27, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    59
  30. John Walker and Christine Horton Education Scholarship

    Funded by
    Douglas Horton
    This scholarship honors the memories of John Walker and Christine Horton and supports underrepresented minority or first-generation students in North Carolina who have experience working with children or volunteering with nonprofit organizations and are pursuing a degree in health or physical education.
    Amount
    $2,100
    Deadline:
    Nov 29, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    60