Looking for input: Which scholarship programs are known for their flexibility?

Hi guys, I'm trying to make a list of scholarships to apply to in my senior year. I've read that some scholarship funds are quite flexible in terms of what they cover (like tuition, books, room and board, etc.) and where you can use them. Wondering if anyone can give me some insight into which scholarships are the most flexible in these aspects? Thanks in advance!

Absolutely! There are quite a few scholarships out there that are known for their flexibility in what they can cover and where they can be used. Here are some notable ones:

1. The Fulbright Scholarships: These prestigious awards allow you to fund study, research, or teaching in over 140 countries. There's a lot of flexibility with the Fulbright in terms of what you're studying or researching, where you're doing it, and how the funding is used.

2. The Coca-Cola Scholars Program: This scholarship provides $20,000 for college costs to 150 high school seniors annually. It's not limited to one particular college and can be used for any educational expenses.

3. The Gates Scholarship: It is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. It can be used at any accredited U.S. college or university.

4. The Gilman Scholarship: Given to undergraduate students who are receiving Federal Pell Grant funding, this scholarship allows for study or intern abroad programs worldwide.

5. The Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Competition: This scholarship can be used at any accredited U.S. college or university to cover tuition, fees, books, and room and board, and provides awards from $4,000 to $50,000 based on financial need, leadership and scholarship.

Remember that these are some of the biggest and most competitive scholarships. Many more local and smaller scholarships can provide just as much flexibility. Look into scholarships offered by your state, city, or high school too. Good luck!