Hey y'all, I'm a junior starting to think about how I'm going to pay for college, and I've heard there're some random scholarships out there. Does anyone have a list or any suggestions for some lesser-known scholarships I should look into? I'm down to apply for anything, honestly. Thank you!
Hey! There are definitely quite a few unusual scholarships out there that you can apply for. Here are some unique scholarships that might be of interest:
1. Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest: This scholarship asks students to design and wear a prom outfit that uses Duck Tape as the primary material. Awards range up to $10,000.
2. United States Bowling Congress Scholarships: For members of the bowling community, there are various scholarships offered by the USBC that need different eligibility requirements. Awards can go up to $5,000.
3. Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship: If you're a vegetarian or vegan, this scholarship might interest you. It's geared toward students who have demonstrated their commitment to vegetarianism or veganism and have promoted this lifestyle in their communities. Awards are up to $10,000.
4. Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship: This one's for fans of zombies! Applicants are asked to submit an essay detailing how they would survive a zombie apocalypse and what tools they would use to stay alive. The scholarship is worth $2,000.
5. Tall Clubs International Foundation Scholarship: For students who are above average in height, TCI offers scholarships to students who meet their height requirements (5'10" for women and 6'2" for men). Awards are up to $1,000.
6. Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship Contest: This scholarship is for students who have a creative side. Applicants must design a greeting card for a chance to win a $10,000 scholarship and have their design made into a real card.
7. Flavor of the Month Scholarship: Ice cream lovers might find this scholarship to be a sweet deal. You'll need to submit a short essay (250 words or less) describing which flavor of ice cream you would be and why. The award is $1,500.
This list is just a starting point, and there are many more unique scholarships out there! You may need to do some further research to find these opportunities. Check out scholarship search engines like Fastweb and ScholarshipOwl to get a more concrete sense of what's out there. Good luck with your search!
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