New Scholarship Opportunities

Each year tons of money for college goes unclaimed because no one applied for the scholarships offered by various organizations.

It is so much better to get money for college that doesn't have to be repaid, rather than take out student loans which do need to be repaid. With just a little effort, you could be awarded scholarship funds to offset tuition and fees.

Take a look at the scholarships below, all of which adult/non-traditional students qualify for. If you are interested click on the links to find out more information and apply.


My Mentor Was Me-  Deadline July 31, 2014. This is a video application. You have to create and upload a short video that describes the impact your mentor has had on your success. The award is $1000

From Failure to Promise-Deadline July 31, 2014. To apply for this scholarship you have to read the book, "From Failure to Promise" and write a 1,000 word essay answering questions from the scholarship website. First prize is $1,500.

Corrosion in Motion- Deadline December 31, 2013.  This is a video competition, and the top prize is $6,500.

Avon Scholarship Program- Deadline February 28, 2014. Are you an Avon representative and a college student? If so, you may qualify for this scholarship. More than 100 scholarships of $1,500 - $2,500 are available.

Money, Money, Money!

I'm a huge proponent of scholarships. Why borrow money if you can earn a scholarship? Most scholarships are available to college students of any age.

 Here are some recent scholarships opportunities I've come across:

GotChosen: This award is available to college students. The prize is $1,000. A winner is selected at random every month. You don't have to write and essay or have a top GPA. All you need to do is enter to win every month. It's worth a shot.

From Failure to Promise: This award is still available. All you have to do is read a book and write a essay answering the questions on the scholarship website. You also must have a 3.0 GPA to apply. Deadline: July 31, 2013.

Student Transportation Video Contest: Do you like to make videos? Well you could create one discussing some aspect of transportation in America and win a prize of $500. Visit the website for more specific information. Deadline: August 15, 2013.

Here is proof that students actually are awarded scholarships. Read about how one student earned $40,000 here.

What scholarship opportunities have you come across?

Scholarships...You Must Play to Win

It has been a while since I have put up any scholarship opportunities. Scholarships are always available and usually the money goes unclaimed because students don't apply.

Why take out a student loan, when you can earn a scholarship?

Apply today for one of the following scholarships:

• From Failure to Promise: I have featured this scholarship on this blog before. The deadline this year is July 31, 2013.
• GraduatePrograms.com: This site offers a prize of 1,000 for anyone who is currently in graduate school, or has graduted from graduate school in the past five years. To be entered into the drawing, all you have to do is complete an application form and rate your school. It's that simple.
• AP Google Scholarship: You have to move fast on this one. The deadline for this award is February 8, 2013. This  program will give 6, $20,000 scholarships to outstanding students who are persuing journalism degrees.
• Collegiate Inventors Competition: This award is all about inventions. You must be enrolled in college full-time in order to apply. Winners will receive an all-expense paid trip to present their work to a panel of experts in Washington, D.C. If math, science, or engineering is your thing, this may be the opportunity for you.
• Viral Video Scholarship Contest: High school and college students are eligible to apply for this scholarship. You must create a video public service announcement about driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol. The deadline is March 31, 2013.

It may take some time and effort, but it will be worth it. Apply for a scholarship today.

From Failure to Promise Scholarship

Dr. C Moorer has gone from a college drop-out, to a tenure track university professor. In his new book, "From Failure to Promise" he wants to show how you can do the same.

In an effort to inspire people of any age to finish their education, Moorer created the "From Failure to Promise Essay Scholarship".  All you have to do is read the book. Then write an essay of up to 1000 words that explains how the book has impacted you and what you will do to inspire others.

The winner will receive a $1,500 scholarship, second place $1,000, third place $500.  The deadline is June 30, 2011.

Visit "From Failure to Promise Essay Scholarship" for more information.    KP.