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What are some wacky scholarships for college?

I've heard there are some unusual scholarships out there, and I'm keen to explore all my options. Does anyone know of any 'wacky' or unique scholarships that reward creative or unusual skills for college?

a year ago

Absolutely, there are plenty of unusual scholarships out there that reward all sorts of unique talents and interests. Here are a few examples:

1. The Duct Tape "Stuck at Prom" Scholarship Contest: This is a competition for high school students where participants have to create and wear prom attire made entirely from Duck Brand duct tape.

2. The Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship: This one is for the fans of zombie movies and literature. In a short essay (250 words or less), you need to describe where you'd hide and the top five items you'd bring to stay alive, should a zombie outbreak occur.

3. The American Nudist Research Library Scholarship: If you happen to be a child, grandchild, or member of a nudist club associated with the American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR) or The Naturist Society (TNS), you can apply for this $1,000 scholarship.

4. The National Marbles Tournament Scholarship: If you excel in marbles, you might be interested in this one. Winners of the national marbles tournament receive scholarship money.

5. Tall Clubs International Scholarship: If you're a man over 6'2" or a woman over 5'10", you might be eligible for this scholarship of $1,000.

6. The Starfleet Academy Scholarship: For fans of Star Trek, the Starfleet International Fan Club offers a series of scholarships for active members pursuing education in various fields.

These are just a snapshot of the unique opportunities out there! The key to hunting for scholarships is to leverage your unique attributes, skills, hobbies, and more. It's completely possible to find a scholarship opportunity that's just as quirky as you are. All you have to do is to keep your eyes open and get creative with your searches. Good luck!

a year ago

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