[Page 6] The 300 Best Scholarships for Undergraduate Students In October 2026
Updated: October 12, 2026
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If finding scholarships for undergraduate students has felt frustrating, you’re not alone. Applying to scholarships can be time-consuming, and getting the payout you deserve isn’t always as simple as advertised. The best scholarships offer clear rules, quick applications and real funding — and on this page, we rank the top Bold.org scholarships for nursing students based on amount, effort, deadline and eligibility.
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“SUGA Scholars” Award
Funded byLaMirah RamirezThis scholarship supports undergraduate students at Prairie View A&M University with a minimum 3.0 GPA who use creativity, design, and storytelling to bring ideas to life.Amount$1,000Deadline:Dec 31, 2026Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes151
Early Childhood Developmental Trauma Legacy Scholarship
Funded byJesus PerezThis scholarship supports undergraduate students pursuing a career in social work, psychology, or child development, helping them combat the effects of early childhood trauma.Amount$1,000Deadline:Dec 31, 2026Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes152
Tanya C. Harper Memorial SAR Scholarship
Funded byGail SaundersThis scholarship supports a Black high school senior or undergraduate student pursuing a career in the medical field.Amount$500Deadline:Dec 31, 2026Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes153
Stephen LeCornu Routh Memorial Scholarship
Funded byAnonymousThis scholarship honors Stephen LeCornu Routh by supporting Tennessee high school seniors and undergraduates pursuing engineering degrees or careers.Amount$2,000Deadline:Jan 1, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes154
Brian Chellios Memorial Scholarship
Funded byStacie StreicherThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Brian Chellios by supporting the next generation of brave fire service workers.Amount$2,000Deadline:Jan 1, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes155
CF Boleky Scholarship
Funded byBenjamin LagueThis scholarship honors CF Boleky by supporting California undergraduate students (associate or bachelor's) who have a close, loyal relationship with their best friend.Amount$3,000Deadline:Jan 2, 2027Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes156
David Goodnight Scholarship
Funded byDavid GoodnightThis scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about engineering and creating something of their own.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jan 3, 2027Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes157
Fredrick W O'Neal III Skilled Trades Scholarship
Funded byAshley BanksThis scholarship honors Fredrick W. O'Neal III by supporting high school seniors and undergraduates from the Greater Chicagoland Area who are pursuing skilled trades careers such as construction, electrical, HVAC, or automotive.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jan 5, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes158
Frontier Scholarship
Funded byJohn RodgersThis scholarship aims to support high school seniors and undergraduates who are U.S. immigrants or U.S.-born citizens with at least one foreign-born parent.Amount$2,500Deadline:Jan 5, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes159
Penny Nelk Nursing Scholarship
Funded byNelk FamilyThis scholarship honors Penny Nelk by supporting associate or bachelor's degree students pursuing a nursing career.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jan 19, 2027Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes160
Bonita J. Gribble Memorial Scholarship
Funded byBrenda HagensonThis scholarship honors Bonita J. Gribble by supporting high school seniors, high school graduates, and current undergraduates from Delaware County, Indiana (or attending Ball State University) as they pursue their higher education dreams.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jan 19, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes161
Erlinda B. Henderson Legacy Scholarship
Funded byMatthew BakerThis scholarship honors Erlinda B. Henderson by supporting first-year bachelor's students pursuing social work, public administration, or human/family services degrees, with a preference for those planning careers in social work or individual & family services.Amount$500Deadline:Jan 22, 2027Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes162
YOU GOT IT GIRL SCHOLARSHIP
Funded byYGIGThis scholarship supports low-income female high school seniors and undergraduates who are athletes and have overcome barriers to pursue their dreams.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jan 22, 2027Education LevelHigh School, Undergraduate163
Appalachian Region Vocational Scholarship
Funded byDaelyn ChaneyThis scholarship will support a student in the Appalachian region who is pursuing a career in STEM.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jan 24, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes164
Marjorie Moriole Early Childhood Education Scholarship
Funded byVictoria MorioleHonoring Marjorie Moriole's legacy, this award supports high school, undergraduate, and graduate students pursuing a career in early childhood education.Amount$500Deadline:Jan 24, 2027Education LevelAnyTakes minutes165
Robert Eckhardt Memorial Scholarship
Funded byShari MehmThis scholarship honors Robert Eckhardt by supporting New York undergraduate students pursuing a finance-related degree, such as finance or accounting.Amount$1,000Deadline:Jan 26, 2027Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes166
Pierson Family Scholarship for U.S. Studies
Funded byPierson FamilyThis scholarship aims to support international students who want to pursue higher education in the United States.Amount$10,000Deadline:Jan 27, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes167
Therapist Impact Fund: NextGen Scholarship
Funded byBetterHelpThis scholarship supports undergraduate or graduate students from underrepresented backgrounds with a 3.3 GPA or higher who are pursuing psychology, counseling, social work, or a related major toward a career in mental health care.Amount$50,000Deadline:Jan 31, 2027Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes168
Larry Darnell Green Scholarship
Funded byGloria GreenThis scholarship aims to honor Larry’s legacy by helping single parents or the children of single parents afford their college education.Amount$500Deadline:Feb 1, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes169
Allyson Texley Engineering Excellence Scholarship
Funded byAllyson TexleyThis scholarship aims to support the next generation of female engineers by affirming that there is a place at the table for them and helping to remove financial barriers to get there.Amount$500Deadline:Feb 7, 2027Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes170
Study Abroad Immersion Scholarship
Funded byFrasier FamilyThis scholarship supports Midwest (IN, IL, MI, OH, KY) four-year undergraduate students who have been accepted into a university study abroad program and are preparing to immerse themselves in a new country's culture.Amount$1,000Deadline:Feb 9, 2027Education LevelUndergraduateTakes minutes171
Donovan Harpster “Called to Teach” Scholarship
Funded byHarpster FamilyThis scholarship honors Donovan Harpster by supporting first-generation high school seniors and undergraduates pursuing a career or degree in secondary education.Amount$1,000Deadline:Feb 10, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes172
Ruth Jensen Scholarship for the Arts
Funded byJensen FamilyThis scholarship honors the life of Ruth Jensen by supporting Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana high school or undergraduate students with financial need who are pursuing visual or performing arts.Amount$1,500Deadline:Feb 14, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes173
Priscilla Shireen Luke Scholarship
Funded byMary SuneethaThis scholarship honors Priscilla Shireen Luke by supporting undergraduate and graduate students with non-profit or volunteering experience who are devoted to community service.Amount$500Deadline:Feb 15, 2027Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes174
Peter J. Musto Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRACE Cancer FoundationThis scholarship honors Peter J. Musto by supporting Pennsylvania high school seniors and undergraduates with a 3.0+ GPA who have been affected by cancer, either personally or through a family member's diagnosis.Amount$1,500Deadline:Feb 17, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes175
Wisconsin EVA Scholarship
Funded byElectric Vehicle AssociationThis scholarship supports Wisconsin high school, undergraduate, or trade school students pursuing careers designing, manufacturing, charging, or servicing electric vehicles.Amount$2,000Deadline:Feb 19, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes176
Jessie Koci Future Entrepreneurs Scholarship
Funded byKoci FamilyThis scholarship honors Jessie Koci by supporting ambitious Kansas high school seniors and college freshmen who plan to use higher education to pursue entrepreneurship.Amount$2,000Deadline:Feb 20, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes177
Russell Koci Skilled Trade Scholarship
Funded byKoci FamilyThis scholarship aims to support students in Kansas who are passionate about pursuing education in the trades.Amount$2,000Deadline:Feb 20, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes178
Delaware Mothers Scholarship
Funded byCorey LeeThis scholarship supports low-income mothers in Delaware who are currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.Amount$500Deadline:Feb 22, 2027Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateTakes minutes179
Goellner Public Education Scholarship
Funded byGoellner FamilyThis scholarship seeks to support BIPOC high school seniors and undergraduate students pursuing careers in public education with preference given to first-generation college students and male applicants.Amount$4,000Deadline:Feb 26, 2027Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateTakes minutes180
