I heard there might be scholarships specifically for left-handed students. How true is this, and if it is, where can I find information about applying for such scholarships?
Yes, there are scholarships specifically for left-handed students. One notable example is the Frederick and Mary F. Beckley Scholarship, available to left-handed students attending Juniata College in Pennsylvania. Frederick Beckley and Mary Francis, both left-handed, started the scholarship in 1979, and the amount varies from year to year and student to student.
However, scholarships for left-handed students are not common. Many scholarship programs are more likely to be based on academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, community service, or personal qualities such as your creativity, leadership, or commitment to a particular cause. If you are left-handed and searching for scholarships, you could potentially use this characteristic to highlight your uniqueness or to frame an interesting narrative in essay-based scholarship applications.
Lastly, you should keep in mind that scholarships aren't just about having unique attributes. There are several scholarships available for students based on various factors—academics, athletics, community service, or specific areas of interest. Tools like Appily can help you find scholarships that match your profile.
So, while you may secure a scholarship due to being left-handed, it's always a good strategy to explore all avenues when it comes to finding scholarships. It's also key to have a strong academic and extracurricular profile and know how to craft compelling scholarship essays.
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