I'm not quite sure what I want to major in yet, and I'm looking for scholarships that are open to anyone, regardless of their chosen field. Do such flexible options exist?
Absolutely, there are plenty of scholarships that are open to you regardless of your intended major. These scholarships typically focus on the applicant's character, community involvement, extracurricular activities, or other attributes, rather than the field of study. A few examples include:
1. The Coca-Cola Scholars Program: It's a merit-based scholarship that is awarded to 150 high school seniors each year. The awards are hefty, up to $20,000, and the scholarship primarily seeks leaders who have made a significant impact on their community.
2. The Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student scholarship: This foundation awards 500 scholarships annually, ranging from $4,000 to $50,000. It is based on leadership, academic achievement, and financial need.
3. The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship: This is a huge award that can provide up to $55,000 per year for up to four years. It is targeted at high-achieving students who have demonstrated financial need.
4. The Dell Scholars Program: This scholarship offers $20,000, a laptop, and textbook credits for high need, first-generation college students who have overcome significant personal challenges. The scholarship also includes a number of support services for Dell Scholars.
Remember to continually search for scholarship opportunities, as new ones are often added. Feel free to use scholarship databases like Appily or even CollegeVine, which can help you find and apply to scholarships. You might find some great opportunities if you keep digging. Best of luck with your search!
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