[Page 3] The 210 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in April 2026

This scholarship exists to support students building financial literacy skills and looking to be more conscious of their financial habits.

This scholarship aims to support students who have had to overcome obstacles to pursue higher education.

This scholarship aims to support students who have been affected by a disability so they have the encouragement they need to persevere and achieve their dreams.

This scholarship seeks to give back to Bob Thompson’s community by supporting students who share his love for education.

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.

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.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Evan James Vaillancourt by helping students pursue nursing careers.

This merit-based scholarship aims to support students who demonstrate significant social impact and who plan to continue being changemakers.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Glenda I. Tanner, who believed that everyone should have the chance to attend college.

This scholarship aims to uplift and support students who have been impacted by ALS, so they have the strength and resources necessary to continue pursuing their dreams.

This scholarship seeks to support underrepresented women as they make their mark in higher education and achieve their academic goals.

This scholarship will support high school students in Florida majoring in education.

This scholarship aims to support the next generation of environmental leaders so they can complete the training they need to make an impact on the environment.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Sam Stoy by supporting students who demonstrate leadership and are enthusiastic about making a difference for fellow students.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Christina Taylese Singh by supporting students who are following in Christina’s footsteps.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Edna McGrowder by continuing her mission of helping the next generation pursue their academic dreams.

This scholarship aims to honor the incredible life of Maureen C. Pace by supporting the next generation of change-making nurses as they pursue higher education.

This scholarship aims to honor Joseph’s life by providing financial relief to qualified students who need help financing their pursuit of higher education.

This scholarship seeks to recognize and celebrate young trailblazers who are forging their own paths in life.

This scholarship will support undergraduate students who plan to make a career out of their passion for Astronomy.

This scholarship will honor Shawn Long by supporting a high school senior in Pennsylvania.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of William Smith by supporting students who are passionate about music.

This scholarship aims to continue Dr. Josh Gibson’s legacy by supporting students who balance their academic pursuits with significant work or volunteer commitments.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Gloria Rickett by supporting students who are preparing to begin college.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Leo J. Landry by supporting students who wish to dedicate their lives to service in order to make a difference in the world.

This scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers while uplifting motivated professionals who are committed to growth, service, and leadership.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Ray W Bausick by supporting high-achieving students who are pursuing careers in the green industry.

This scholarship seeks to support motivated students who dream of becoming entrepreneurs after completing their college education.

This scholarship will support high school junior and senior students from low-income backgrounds, who have a 3.0 GPA or higher.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Janice Louise Olach by supporting students from her community who are pursuing higher education.