I've heard there are some weird scholarships out there for unique talents or hobbies, and I'm curious about what's available for 2023. Does anyone have recommendations for unusual scholarships that don't just focus on academics or sports? I'm interested in creative and niche areas, so any tips on where to find these scholarships and how to apply would be awesome. Thanks for the help in navigating this quirky side of college funding!
Sure, there are definitely some quirky scholarships out there, some of which might align perfectly with your unique interests! Companies or organizations often offer these as a way to promote their brand or cause, or simply to support students in offbeat fields.
1. Duck Brand Duct Tape Stuck at Prom Scholarship: It involves making a prom dress or suit entirely out of Duck Brand duct tape- the result can be pretty fantastic!
2. Zolp Scholarship: It's ideal if your last name is Zolp and if you're Catholic. It's an extremely niche scholarship offered by Loyola University Chicago.
3. Unigo's Superpower Scholarship is for anyone who has ever dreamed of having a superpower. Just write an essay about what superpower you would choose and why.
4. American Nudist Research Library Scholarship: Not as sensational as it may sound, this scholarship supports students seeking degrees that relate to promoting understanding and acceptance of nudism.
5. National Potato Council Scholarship: Ideal for grad students conducting research to benefit the potato industry.
Unfortunately, due to the specificity of such funds, these scholarships can be a bit more time-consuming to find. There are some great tools available for free to help you find scholarships you qualify for, like Appily's Scholarship Matcher. Just input your interests, and it should bring up some potential fits.
As for applying, the process will depend on each individual scholarship. Some might require an essay, art piece, or even a YouTube video, so definitely check the specifics on each scholarship's site.
Finally, don't forget to apply to specialty scholarships sooner rather than later. Many scholarships have deadlines before January of the year they're awarded, so it's good to start your applications early.
Hope this helps and best of luck with your scholarship hunting journey! Check back in and let us know what weird and wonderful scholarships you find!
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