Deadlines for scholarships due in April

I'm a junior, and I've started looking at scholarships I can apply to, but it seems like keeping track of deadlines is super important. Can someone help me out with knowing which scholarships have application deadlines in April? I'm worried I might miss a big opportunity because I didn't pay attention to the due date. Are there any major scholarships that are due in that month that I should be focusing on now? Any tips on staying organized with these deadlines would be awesome too!

Sure, keeping track of deadlines is indeed crucial, and it is great that you're planning ahead!

Firstly, there are some significant scholarships due in April, including:

1. National High School Oratorical Contest: This scholarship is open to high school students under the age of 20. Applicants prepare an oration on some aspect of the U.S. Constitution.

2. All About Education Scholarship: It is awarded to students who can creatively express—in 250 words or less—why the scholarship will help them reach their education goals.

3. Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes: High school students who exhibit leadership and service in an inspiring "hero" role, and have engaged in a significant act of service within the past 12 months are eligible for this scholarship.

4. The Doodle 4 Google competition: High school students can win up to $30,000 in scholarship funds by presenting an artistic depiction of what makes them unique.

Please note that the specifics for these scholarships, as well as their deadlines, can change year to year, so definitely check out their official pages for the most updated information.

For staying organized with deadlines, here are a few strategies:

1. Spreadsheet: Consider creating a spreadsheet to synthesize your data. Include columns for the scholarship name, due date, requirements, and amount of the scholarship.

2. Calendar: Use a calendar to visually keep track of due dates. A digital calendar is preferable as you can easily set reminders.

3. Priority: Once you have all scholarships and their deadlines listed, prioritize based on due dates and the amount of the scholarship.

4. CFO: Consider each application like a full-time job. For example, if a scholarship has an award amount of $1,000 and you spend five hours on it, you're effectively "earning" $200 per hour!

Remember, applying to scholarships is a process that requires patience and dedication, and early preparation can prove to be very fruitful. Good luck with your applications!