I know there are a lot of mainstream scholarships out there, but I'm interested in unique or weird opportunities that might be less known. Any advice on where I could find them?
You're right that there are quite a few "weird" scholarships out there that can fall under the radar due to their niche nature! You can look for these unique scholarships through online scholarship databases like College Board's Scholarship Search, Appily, or Fastweb. They allow you to search for scholarships by topic or field of interest, which can help you find these less-known opportunities.
Additionally, local organizations, clubs, or employers sometimes offer smaller, less well-known scholarships, so it might be worth reaching out to your community or doing a quick search online for opportunities in your hometown.
Here's an example of the type of unique scholarship you might find: the Duck Brand Duct Tape "Stuck at Prom" scholarship contest, where high school students are challenged to create the best prom outfit entirely out of duct tape for a chance to win a scholarship.
Remember, even if these scholarships might have a lower monetary value, they tend to be less competitive due to their niche nature, so don't overlook them! Every little bit helps when it comes to paying for college.
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