How can I find speech scholarships for college?

I'm really into speech and debate in high school and hoping to find speech scholarships for college. Does anyone have tips on where to search or specific programs that offer financial aid for speech enthusiasts?

Sure, there are several specific scholarship programs and search platforms that cater to students with an interest in speech and debate activities.

1. National Speech & Debate Association: They offer several scholarships specific to students involved in speech and debate. Their offerings include the National Speech & Debate Tournament scholarships, district-level scholarships available to students competing in district tournaments, and the William Woods Tate, Jr., Memorial Fund which offers scholarships for students attending the National Tournament.

2. Scholarship Search Platforms: Utilize scholarship platforms, such as the College Board's Scholarship Search tool, Fastweb, or Appily. They have a myriad of scholarships, and you can filter your search by your specific interest in speech and debate.

3. Lion's Club International: They offer a public speaking competition for high school students named "Lion's Club International Youth Speech Competition". It has varying scholarship prize amounts based on the level of competition.

4. Optimist International Oratorical Contest: Optimist International hosts an Oratorical Contest for students under 19. Winners can receive scholarships up to $2,500.

5. Local and State-Based Organizations: Check with your high school counselor for local or state-based competitions and scholarship opportunities. Because these are typically smaller, they may be less competitive than national scholarships.

Remember to start early and submit all required materials before the due date. Best of luck in your search!