Opinions on the Cappex Easy Money Scholarship?

Hey all, I came across this Cappex Easy Money Scholarship. It seems pretty straightforward, but is there something I'm missing? Have any of you applied for it before? How was your experience?

Hello! The Cappex Easy Money Scholarship is indeed as it sounds--it's a scholarship offered by Cappex that requires very minimal effort to apply for. You typically just need to set up a profile on Cappex's website, and you're entered into the scholarship draw. The phrase "Easy Money" in the scholarship's name refers to the simplicity of the application process, as no essays or lengthy applications are required.

Now, one thing to note about scholarships like this, which require minimal effort, is that they tend to attract a large number of entries. So, while it might sound like an easy win, the competition is quite steep because every student who sets up a Cappex profile is automatically entered. The law of averages implies that your chances of winning are lower compared to more labor-intensive scholarships that fewer students compete for.

That being said, the Cappex Easy Money Scholarship and others like it can certainly be a part of your scholarship application strategy. Just make sure to balance it with applications to other scholarships where you can distinguish yourself through essays, letters of recommendation, or experiences.

As for experiences, I've heard mixed reports. Some students note that the set-it-and-forget-it nature of the scholarship can lead to frustration when they don't win after months of waiting, while others have reported surprise and delight at winning without having to do much. Your mileage may vary! Good luck!