The middle class is in a tricky position when it comes to financial aid. Often, they’re just beyond qualifying for need-based financial aid, but don’t earn enough to comfortably fund an entire four-year education at a quality university.
In this article, we’ll explore middle class scholarships catered exactly towards those families and students in this difficult position. Unlike financial aid, your income level isn’t an obstacle to applying for these scholarships, and you’re even encouraged to apply to as many as possible.
Scholarship Institute can help you find more scholarships to offset the cost of higher education!
Best Middle Class Scholarships – July 2025
Find exclusive scholarships for middle class students you can actually win– no long forms or third-party applications. Apply for all awards directly on Bold.org.
Anthony McPherson Memorial Automotive Scholarship
This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Anthony McPherson by raising awareness about drunk driving and supporting students pursuing careers in the automotive industry.
"A Daring Path" No-Essay Scholarship
This scholarship exists to support a bold person who wants to get the most out of this world.
Phoenix Opportunity Award
This scholarship will support first-generation college students from low-income backgrounds.
Lucy Maddox
Lucy’s international upbringing in Hong Kong and love for literature have shaped her multifaceted background. She attended university in Middlebury, Vermont, before settling in Arlington, Virginia. In her free time, Lucy enjoys True Crime podcasts, thrillers, literary fiction, running, hiking, exploring Washington, D.C.'s newest restaurants, and blogging about her latest travels.
