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[Page 4] The 210 Best Merit-Based Scholarships in April 2026

Updated: April 6, 2026

Written by:Elise
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If you’ve worked hard in school, scholarships should reward that effort. This page highlights merit-based scholarships on Bold.org, ranked by award amount, effort, and eligibility — built to recognize your achievements.

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  1. John F. Puffer, Sr. Smile Scholarship

    Funded by
    Puffer Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of John F. Puffer, Sr. by supporting students in Massachusetts who exemplify S.M.I.L.E. (shine, motivate, inspire, lead, excel) in their daily lives.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 8, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    91
  2. Marilynn Walker Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Matlock
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Marilynn Walker by supporting women who are pursuing business or international business.
    Amount
    $5,500
    Deadline:
    Jun 8, 2026
    Education Level
    Graduate
    Takes minutes
    92
  3. James B. McCleary Music Scholarship

    Funded by
    James McCleary
    This scholarship aims to support students who are majoring in music so they have the motivation necessary to thrive.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 9, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    93
  4. Harry B. Anderson Scholarship

    Funded by
    David M. Gabrielsen Foundation
    This scholarship aims to honor the incredible life of Harry B. Anderson by supporting students who are pursuing careers in STEM.
    Amount
    $20,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 10, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    94
  5. Dinakara Rao Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dinesh Puppala
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Dinakara Rao by supporting students who share his relentless drive to succeed in a complex world that often favors those with established privilege.
    Amount
    $832
    Deadline:
    Jun 10, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    95
  6. Goobie-Ramlal Education Scholarship

    Funded by
    Wagner
    This scholarship seeks to offer recognition and relief to college-bound students who stand on the shoulders of their hardworking immigrant families.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 10, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    96
  7. Fuerza de V.N.C.E. Scholarship

    Funded by
    Javier Segovia
    This scholarship aims to support underserved students who are paving a new path in their families by pursuing a college education.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jun 11, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    97
  8. Gladys Ruth Legacy “Service“ Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Angela King
    The Gladys Ruth Legacy “Service” Memorial Scholarship was made to support an African American student who is unapologetically themselves and supports others through acts of service.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 12, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    98
  9. Norman's Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sukhanov-tran
    This scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about special education and making an impact on students.
    Amount
    $2,500
    Deadline:
    Jun 12, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    99
  10. Audrey Sherrill & Michael D'Ambrisi Music Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Sherrill Family and Friends
    This scholarship seeks to honor the lives of Audrey Sherrill and Michael D’Ambrisi by supporting students who are pursuing musical careers.
    Amount
    $10,500
    Deadline:
    Jun 14, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    100
  11. Future Green Leaders Scholarship

    Funded by
    wiseGEEK
    This scholarship will support a student who is pursuing studies in business, environmental science, sustainability, or related fields.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 17, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    101
  12. Treasure for Orphans Scholarship

    Funded by
    Flavia Etoundi
    This scholarship aims to support students in Maryland who have lost one or both parents so that they have the support necessary to continue their education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 17, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    102
  13. Arnetha V. Bishop Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Austin/Bishop Family
    This scholarship will support BIPOC students pursuing a career in the mental health field.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jun 21, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    103
  14. CL Proferes Scholarship

    Funded by
    Abigail Williams
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of CaroleLynn Proferes by supporting students who are following in her footsteps.
    Amount
    $9,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 22, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate, Graduate
    Takes minutes
    104
  15. RonranGlee Literary Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ronne Gleason
    This scholarship aims to support students who are pursuing higher education and making the most of their time through close reading.
    Amount
    $10,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 25, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    105
  16. Headbang For Science

    Funded by
    Headbang For Science
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about Heavy Metal music and are pursuing careers in healthcare and/or the physical sciences.
    Amount
    $33,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 26, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    106
  17. Julie Adams Memorial Scholarship – Women in STEM

    Funded by
    Eric Adams
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Julie Adams by supporting women who are pursuing higher education in STEM.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 26, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    107
  18. Cornerstone Wealth Advisors — Invest in Others Scholarship

    Funded by
    Cornerstone Wealth Advisors
    This scholarship seeks to support students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to positive community impact.
    Amount
    $10,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 29, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    108
  19. Arthur Walasek Computer Science Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Walasek Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Arthur Walasek by supporting students who are passionate about computer science.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    109
  20. Clark Emerging Leaders Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lorenzo Clark
    This scholarship aims to support students in need so they can successfully complete their college degrees and embark on their futures.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    110
  21. LegalMatch.com's Legal Futures Initiative Scholarship

    Funded by
    LegalMatch.com
    This scholarship aims to support future lawyers as they pursue higher education so they can achieve their dreams and make a difference in the legal field.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    111
  22. Robert and Suzi DeGennaro Scholarship for Disabled Students

    Funded by
    Ryan DeGennaro
    This scholarship seeks to support students with disabilities who are pursuing their dreams of higher education.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2026
    Education Level
    Any
    Takes minutes
    112
  23. GD Sandeford Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sandeford Family
    This scholarship aims to make college more accessible by helping underserved African American students afford to pursue their dreams of higher education.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    113
  24. Spirit of Wenatchee Aviation Scholarship

    Funded by
    Spirit of Wenatchee
    This scholarship aims to support students who are interested in aviation as they pursue higher education.
    Amount
    $640
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    114
  25. Tamika A. Nurse Fashionista Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Nurse
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Tamika A. Nurse by supporting young women who share her passions and are following in her footsteps.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    115
  26. Vickie Drum Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    David Cline
    In honor of Vickie Drum, this scholarship will support North Carolina female students with a child in their pursuit of higher education
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jun 30, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    116
  27. Ja-Tek Scholarship Award

    Funded by
    Jadin Hutchinson
    This scholarship aims to support underrepresented students as they pursue their dreams in the field of engineering.
    Amount
    $500
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2026
    Education Level
    High School, Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    117
  28. Harry & Mary Sheaffer Scholarship

    Funded by
    CM Global LLC
    This scholarship aims to support students pursuing higher education so they have the necessary resources to stay in school.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 1, 2026
    Education Level
    Undergraduate
    Takes minutes
    118
  29. Stevie Kirton Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Stevie Kirton Memorial Foundation
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Stevie Kirton by supporting students who have lost a parent.
    Amount
    $1,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 2, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    119
  30. Resiliency Award

    Funded by
    Katarina Kent
    This scholarship aims to encourage students to further their studies by providing the financial support they need to do so.
    Amount
    $2,000
    Deadline:
    Jul 4, 2026
    Education Level
    High School
    Takes minutes
    120