Name: Standout Student College Scholarship
Award Amount: $500
Information And Eligibility:
The Standout Student College Scholarship, sponsored by College Peas, is a unique scholarship program designed specifically for high school students who distinguish themselves in ways that fall outside the typical extracurricular profile. Unlike many scholarships that reward traditional involvement—such as sports, music, academic clubs, or volunteer service—this award seeks students who truly “stand out” through unusual skills, rare hobbies, unconventional passions, or distinctive personal achievements that set them apart from their peers.
The program aims to encourage individuality, creativity, and independent thinking. Applicants are asked to showcase something exceptional about themselves—something that would make a college admissions committee take notice. Examples might include launching a small business, mastering a unique craft, creating original software, excelling in an uncommon art form, competing in niche competitions, or pursuing an extraordinary personal project. The scholarship’s purpose is to highlight the value of authenticity and individuality in the college admissions process, teaching students that schools appreciate applicants who think differently and contribute new perspectives.
To apply, students must submit a concise, 100-word essay describing a special talent, skill, interest, or pursuit that makes them truly unique. The short essay format forces applicants to be thoughtful, clear, and deliberate in how they present their standout qualities. Essays must demonstrate originality and clearly convey why the student’s interest or accomplishment is exceptional.
Eligible applicants must be current high school students who plan to enroll full-time at a four-year college or university after graduation. A minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. Academic excellence is not the focus of this award; instead, the emphasis is on individuality, creativity, and the ability to stand apart from the mainstream. Scholarship recipients receive a $500 award to support their college expenses, along with a complimentary college admissions consultation from College Peas, offering guidance on how to leverage their unique strengths in applications.
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Deadline: August
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