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[Page 5] The 150 Best Scholarships for High School Students in May 2026

Updated: May 25, 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. Sharon L. Smartt Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Debrah Smartt Henry
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Sharon L. Smartt by supporting students who are pursuing the humanities.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Dec 19, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    121

  2. Maggie's Way- International Woman’s Scholarship

    Funded by
    David Gaskill
    This scholarship aims to honor Maggie’s life by supporting female students who have moved to the U.S. for their education.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Dec 30, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    122

  3. Appalachian Region Vocational Scholarship

    Funded by
    Daelyn Chaney
    This scholarship will support a student in the Appalachian region who is pursuing a career in STEM.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jan 24, 2027
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    123

  4. Pierson Family Scholarship for U.S. Studies

    Funded by
    Pierson Family
    This scholarship aims to support international students who want to pursue higher education in the United States.
    Amount
    $10,000
    Deadline:
    Jan 27, 2027
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    124

  5. Virginia Douglas Memorial Scholarship for Change

    Funded by
    Rape Incest Survivor Empowerment United Project
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are pursuing careers in fields related to social work and striving to make a difference.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Feb 28, 2027
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    125

  6. Olivia Rodrigo Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is perfect for students who have been impacted by Olivia Rodrigo's "Guts" album!
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Mar 20, 2027
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    126

  7. Adam Montes Pride Scholarship

    Funded by
    Partridge
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Adam Montes by supporting underrepresented students on the road to higher education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 21, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    127

  8. American Dream Scholarship

    Funded by
    Charleen Cabay
    This scholarship seeks to support undocumented students so they have the resources necessary to thrive in college.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 30, 2027
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    128

  9. Sammy Meckley Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Meckley
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Sammy Meckley by supporting students in Maryland who are involved in extracurricular activities.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Mar 30, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    129

  10. Jared Ethan Trueba Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Trueba Family
    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.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Apr 1, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    130

  11. William Lacy Phillips Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Phillips
    This scholarship seeks to award the most improved student who may not have started out with the highest GPA but who has put in the work to make progress.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Apr 17, 2027
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    131

  12. Growing with Gabby Scholarship

    Funded by
    Gabriella Carter
    This scholarship will support students working to pay for higher education who have experienced personal growth.
    Amount
    $5,075
    Deadline:
    Jan 31, 2023
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    132

  13. Carmen V McMillan Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jack McMillan
    This scholarship was established to help other aspiring missionaries to realize their dream.
    Amount
    $1,800
    Deadline:
    Apr 7, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    133

  14. EDucate for Eating Disorder Survivors Scholarship

    Funded by
    EDucate
    This scholarship seeks to support individuals who have been impacted by eating disorders so they can pursue their undergraduate education.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Feb 28, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    134

  15. Heather Payne Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sean Mancillas
    This scholarship seeks to show support for those who have lost a sibling to suicide in order to raise awareness about the prevalence of suicide and the ways of persevering through loss.
    Amount
    $3,125
    Deadline:
    Jul 26, 2023
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    135

  16. @normandiealise #GenWealth Scholarship

    Funded by
    Normandie Cormier
    As 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.
    Amount
    $850
    Deadline:
    May 1, 2023
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    136

  17. Lisa McGinley Scholarship Fund

    Funded by
    Family & Friends of Lisa
    This scholarship aims to remember Lisa McGinley and support students who have lost a parent while trying to get through school.
    Amount
    $935
    Deadline:
    May 20, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    137

  18. Jonas Griffith Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Jonas Griffith Foundation
    This scholarship aims to support deserving youth so they can pursue higher education and achieve all of their dreams.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 7, 2024
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    138

  19. Show your Mettle - Women in STEM Scholarship

    Funded by
    Connie Ozmer
    This 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.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Sep 1, 2022
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    139

  20. SFC Ronald Chatters - Triple Nickel - Second to None Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kathryn Chatters
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Ronald Chatters by supporting minority students who are interested in pursuing a military career.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Dec 5, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    140

  21. Nickels Student Athlete Scholarship

    Funded by
    AJ & CKR, LLC dba Nickels Store
    This scholarship seeks to support student-athletes so they can overcome any challenges they face and attain success in the future.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Mar 3, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    Takes minutes
    141

  22. Michael J. Burns Military Children Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jason Burns
    This 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.
    Amount
    $1,200
    Deadline:
    Sep 1, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    142

  23. Annika Clarisse Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Eyzaguirre Transgender Youth Education Fund
    This scholarship aims to honor Cesar’s life by supporting transgender students who are pursuing higher education despite the obstacles they are facing.
    Amount
    $1,200
    Deadline:
    Jun 29, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    143

  24. Parker Holder Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Carmella Holmes
    This scholarship will help honor the life of Parker Holder and help support a student who is pursuing a trade.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Dec 1, 2022
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    144

  25. Larry D Parker Sr.’s Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Parker Family
    This scholarship will honor the life of Larry D Parker Sr. and help underrepresented students from low-income communities pursue their education.
    Amount
    $1,700
    Deadline:
    Oct 1, 2022
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    Takes minutes
    145

  26. Eddie Hankins Medical Service Scholarship

    Funded by
    Hankins Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Eddie Hankins by supporting students who are following in his footsteps and continuing the work he loved.
    Amount
    $1,595
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2025
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    146

  27. Melissa Ludwig Diversity in Yoga Scholarship

    Funded by
    Melissa Ludwig
    The Melissa Ludwig Diversity in Yoga Scholarship exists to better represent our country's diversity in the yoga community by providing a person of color with the funds necessary to take courses toward becoming a yoga teacher.
    Amount
    $700
    Deadline:
    Apr 6, 2021
    Education Level
    Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    147

  28. Gabriel Martin Memorial Annual Scholarship

    Funded by
    Robbie and Ginger Martin
    This scholarship aims to support under-privileged students so they can complete their education and make an impact through their careers.
    Amount
    $5,000
    Deadline:
    Mar 15, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    5 winners
    Takes minutes
    148

  29. Dr. Edward V. Chavez Athletic Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Chavez
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Dr. Edward V. Chavez by supporting students who have lost a parent and are passionate about sports.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Oct 30, 2025
    Education Level
    High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    4 winners
    Takes minutes
    149

  30. Jessie Koci Future Entrepreneurs Scholarship

    Funded by
    Koci Family
    This scholarship celebrates Jessie Koci’s achievements by seeking out others cut from a similar cloth who seek to carve their own path by starting their own business.
    Amount
    $1,500
    Deadline:
    Mar 19, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    Takes minutes
    150
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