I've heard a bit about the Live Más Scholarship offered by Taco Bell and I'm curious if this is something I should consider applying for. What are the eligibility criteria and what kind of project or idea do I need to present? It sounds really unique compared to other scholarships and seems to focus on passion beyond academics, which I find pretty exciting. If anyone has applied to this scholarship before or knows more about it, could you share your experience or tips?
Indeed, the Live Más Scholarship by Taco Bell is not your typical scholarship. Instead of focusing on GPA, test scores, and extracurriculars, this scholarship focuses on what they call "passion projects". The scholarship program is designed to help young innovators, creators, and dreamers who may not fit the traditional academic or athletic scholarship categories.
To be eligible, you need to be between 16 and 26 years old and be a legal resident of the United States. To apply, you do not need to showcase transcripts or letters of recommendation. Instead, you'll need to create and submit a video about your passion. This can be a project you've been working on, an idea that you have, or simply something you love doing. The video should be no longer than two minutes and must communicate three things - what you're passionate about, how your passion impacts the world, and how the scholarship will help you seize your passion.
Regarding tips, make sure to highlight your creativity and determination in your video. Think of the video as your platform to show the scholarship committee your unique ideas and dedication outside of your academic achievements. Stay true to yourself, let your passion shine through, be engaging, and put your best foot forward to tell your story in a compelling way.
Remember, the program is not looking for "the best" in a certain field, it's looking for individuals who are passionate about their unique project or idea so don't be shy to champion what you believe in.
In terms of funding, they award varying amounts, from $5,000 to $25,000, based on the individual needs of each project. Good luck!
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