I heard something about a scholarship for left-handed students at Juniata College. Does this still exist, and if so, what are the requirements? I'm looking for quirky scholarship options to help fund my education.
Yes, there is a scholarship for left-handed students at Juniata College called the Frederick and Mary T. Beckley Scholarship. To be considered for this scholarship, you must be left-handed, a student at Juniata College, and demonstrate financial need.
The scholarship was established in 1979 by a left-handed couple, Frederick and Mary Beckley, both of whom were alumni of Juniata. The scholarship amounts to about $1,000 to $1,500 annually, though this can vary.
The fun fact here is that you do not actually apply for this scholarship. The selection committee identifies eligible students during their freshman year based on their academic performance and their financial need. Once a potential recipient is identified, the committee requests a confirmation of the student's left-handedness.
As far as academic performance goes, students usually need at least a 3.3 GPA after the first semester of their freshman year to be considered (though this can vary). The scholarship is renewable for three additional years (for a total of four years) as long as the recipient maintains good academic standing.
Best of luck with your scholarship quest! It's great that you are thinking out of the box for financing options.
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