I'm looking for scholarships that are a bit off the beaten path—maybe ones with unique application requirements or from unexpected sources. Any tips or examples of unusual private scholarships that can help me stand out?
Absolutely, there are plenty of unconventional scholarships out there! Here are a few interesting ones:
1. The "Stuck at Prom" Scholarships: Duck brand duct tape offers scholarships to students who create and wear elaborate prom outfits made entirely from duct tape. The top prize is $10,000. It's both a creative challenge and a fun experience!
2. The Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship: Fastweb offers a $2,000 scholarship to the student who can write the most compelling survival plan in the event of a zombie apocalypse.
3. The Chick and Sophie Major Memorial Duck Calling Contest: If you're a high school senior who loves ducks, this is a scholarship calling your name. The student with the most impressive duck call wins $2,000.
4. The Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship: If you have promoted vegetarianism in your school or community, you could win up to $10,000.
5. Tall Clubs International Scholarships: As the name suggests, this scholarship is exclusively for tall students. If you're over 6'2" (for males) or over 5'10" (for females), you could be eligible.
Remember, the key to winning scholarships, as bizarre as they may seem, is to sincerely fit the criteria and put forth your best effort in the application process. Best of luck as you search and apply!
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