I've heard there are some bizarre scholarships out there with unique criteria. Has anyone come across any crazy or unusual scholarships that are worth applying for? I'm really just curious about the wildest ones you've seen!
Absolutely! Let's see, there are indeed some scholarships out there that have pretty unique criteria. Here are a few of them that come to mind:
1. Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest – This one is sponsored by Duck Tape. Contestants have to design and create a prom outfit completely made out of duct tape. The winners (a couple) can each receive up to $5,000!
2. American Board of Funeral Service Education Scholarships – This is for students who are interested in mortuary science. It's quite specific, but can be very helpful and is a great example of the types of specialized scholarships available.
3. Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship – This one invites students to submit short essays about their hypothetical plans if a zombie apocalypse were to occur. The winner can receive $2,000!
4. Scholarship Redhead – This one is quite unique. It's specifically for students who have natural red hair. That's the only main criterion to apply!
5. Flavor of the Month Scholarship – Offered by a company called Unigo, this scholarship asks students to write an essay about what ice cream flavor they would be and why.
All of these awards highlight the vast array of scholarships available, many of which have very specific criteria. So while some may seem a bit more eccentric than others, they all serve the purpose of assisting students in paying for their education. It's always interesting to see the creative and unique kinds of scholarships available!
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