Are there scholarships specifically for left-handed students?

I've heard there might be scholarships out there for left-handed students, which I think is super specific but interesting. Does anyone know the requirements for these left-handed scholarships? Are they even real, or maybe just some urban legend? It would be awesome to find a scholarship that's a bit less competitive, and since I'm left-handed, I think it might be a cool opportunity to explore. If you've applied for one or gotten one, I'd love to hear about your experience and what the application process was like.

Yes, it's real! There are indeed scholarships designed specifically for left-handed students. One of the most well-known is the Frederick and Mary F. Beckley Scholarship. This scholarship is available to left-handed students attending Juniata College in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, and it offers about $1,000 to $1,500 per year. To be eligible, you not only have to be inherently left-handed, but you should also demonstrate academic merit and need-based financial demand.

Regarding the application process, it's typical to most other scholarships. You still need to fill out the regular financial aid forms and display your academic achievements. However, for this scholarship, there's no separate application—the school's financial aid office determines which left-handed students are eligible based on the typical financial aid application.

While it's fun that there are scholarships tailored to unique characteristics like being left-handed, it's also worth noting that the vast array of scholarships out there is not limited to such specific criteria. There are scholarships based on academic achievement, community service, unique hobbies, being a member of a certain group, and more. It's definitely worth taking the time to explore and apply to a range of scholarships, even beyond those that are just for left-handed students.