I'm curious, what are the most ridiculous scholarships you've come across? Are there ones with bizarre requirements or unique criteria? Just looking for something to read up on and maybe even try applying for the experience!
Absolutely, there are certainly some interesting scholarships out there with very unique and offbeat requirements.
1. The Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship — This fun scholarship is granted by Unigo and all you need to do is submit a very brief essay (250 words or less) on your plan to avoid the zombies, where you’d hide, and the top five things you’d bring to stay alive if your school was overrun by zombies.
2. Stuck At The Prom Scholarship Contest — Duck Brand offers this scholarship to high school students who craft the best prom outfits using their product, Duck Tape. The winners receive up to $15,000 in scholarship money.
3. Chick & Sophie Major Memorial Duck Calling Contest — Are you good at quacking? In this quite unique contest, high school seniors compete for a total of $9,000 in scholarships just by showing off their duck calling skills!
4. The Asparagus Club Scholarship — Rather randomly, the National Grocers Association Foundation offers a scholarship to students with majors that could lead to careers in the grocery industry (including Business, Food Management, Accounting, Human Resources, and IT). Experience in the grocery industry is preferred but not required.
While they might seem strange or unconventional, these scholarships can add a fun twist to the scholarship application process and, who knows, you might get lucky and win one! Always check the details carefully before you apply to ensure you meet the criteria.
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