Feeling Stuck? 2 Amazing Scholarships Available to College Students
With the high cost of post-secondary education, it is imperative that high school seniors apply for scholarships. There are a lot of scholarships out there and it can be difficult to navigate through the application process.
Many scholarships for college students require the applicant to write an essay. Needless to say, writing an essay is not everyone’s strength. What about the student who excels at art instead of writing? Luckily, there is a something out there for everyone. You could get money by designing your own prom dress or creating a winning greeting card.
Stuck at Prom Scholarship
The Stuck at Prom scholarship sponsored by Duct Tape is one of the most creative and vibrant scholarships out there that attracts a lot of attention each year. Before you dismiss the idea as something that sounds boring, gray and sticky, consider this: duct tape comes in at least 17 colors as well as at least 7 different printed patterns. In the 10 years history of the scholarship, students have created elaborate, vibrant and truly outstanding dresses and suits. It is the perfect opportunity for students who want to wear something different for prom, or for students who have a knack for design.
The applicants must enter together as a couple, using creativity to design and wear an outfit made from duct tape to their high school prom. Applicants must be 14 years of age or older and legal US or Canadian residents, except in Colorado, Maryland, Vermont, the Quebec province, or Puerto Rico. Judges rate the outfits based on workmanship, originality, use of color, accessories, and use of duct tape. The grand prize is $5000 for the winning couple, as well as $5000 for their school. Entries may be submitted between March 7, 2012 and June 13, 2012. Official rules, as well as inspiring photos, can be found here.
Create a Greeting Card Scholarship
If you are the artistic type, but drawing or photography is your strength, take a look at of The Gallery Collection’s “Create- a-Greeting-Card” scholarship, which awards $10,000 for yourself and $1000 for your school if you are the winner. Not only can you win money, but the winning card will actually be sold in stores. Christmas cards, birthday cards, thank you cards, anniversary cards, and sympathy cards are all possibilities for you to design. Cards are judged based on overall aesthetic appeal, quality of execution, creativity and originality, successful incorporation of design elements, appropriateness for use as a greeting card, and how well it will appeal to consumers. High school, college and university students who are US residents or studying in the US, as well as those serving in the armed forces may apply. Official rules can be found here.
These two scholarships are examples of the many scholarships out there that require artistic creativity. Most students will still have to write the standard essay for applications, but these two scholarships require an eye for design and creativity. Whether you want to pursue art as a career, or just want to have fun and win some money for college, these scholarships are fantastic opportunities to do something different.
