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10 Scholarships You Can Still Apply For

Who doesn't need money for college?

Maddi Salmon

Jul 31, 2019

University of Southern California

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It may be summertime, but that doesn't mean you have to completely take time off. There are still ways you can prepare for the upcoming semester and put yourself in a strong position to hit the ground running.

One way to do so is to apply for scholarships. You may not be aware, but there are tons of private organizations that offer scholarships to college students -- they're just tougher to find, since they aren't offered by the university. In an effort to help you all out, I've rounded up 10 (plus one bonus!) scholarships that you can still apply to. Read on to learn about their deadlines, award amounts, and essay prompts. They're ordered based on deadline.

1. SimpleThriftyLiving.com A Step Ahead Scholarship

Deadline: Aug 9, 2019

Award: $1,500

Essay prompt: "Whether it's gaining internship experience in your desired field, opening up a savings account, or meeting with a financial aid counselor to discuss student loan repayment options, every little step counts. In 800 words or less, tell us how you are preparing for post-college life."

Learn more here.

2. Franchise Opportunities Scholarship for the Future Entrepreneur

Deadline: Aug 31, 2019

Award: $2,000

Essay prompt: "In 800 words or less, tell us about an entrepreneur or business founder that you admire and who has inspired you to become an entrepreneur. What about their story stands out to you as unique? What values that they carry do you hope to carry with you, as you develop in your career?"

Learn more here.

3. BusinessBroker.net Scholarship for the Business Leaders of Tomorrow

Deadline: Sept 30, 2019

Award: $2,000

Essay prompt: "One benefit of being a successful business leader is having the ability to support causes and organizations that are in need. If you found success as an entrepreneur, what cause would you want to positively impact, and what steps would you take to do so? Explain in 800 words or less."

Learn more here.

4. Insight Pest “What Bugs You” Scholarship

Deadline: October 7, 2019

Award: $1,000

Essay prompt: "In 700 words or less describe a distraction or obstacle that has gotten in the way of your academic progress and what you did to overcome it."

Learn more here.

5. HomeLight Scholarship

Deadline: Nov 15, 2019

Award: $1,000

Essay prompt: "To apply, please submit a short piece of writing, that includes the following: Why are you interested in real estate? How will your career help more people find their dream home? What impact have you had on homes or homelessness in your community?"

Learn more here.

6. Newizze Computer Science Scholarship

Deadline: Dec 1, 2019

Award: $1000

Essay prompt: "Write a 2000-word article where you disclose a theme: 'Web Development Trends in 2020.'"

Learn more here.

7. Joybird Artful Aesthetic Scholarship

Deadline: Dec 1, 2019

Award: $1000

How to Enter: "Take a photo that represents your overall aesthetic (i.e. a space, an object, a scene, a selfie) and post it to Instagram, tagging @joybird and using the hashtag #joybirdscholarship2019. In the caption, tell us why the item or place featured in your photo is representative of your overall aesthetic. Finally, use the form below to submit an essay telling us how your overall aesthetic contributes to how you want to be seen in the world in 500 words or less."

Learn more here.

8. Mulberrys Scholarship for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Deadline: Dec 6, 2019

Award: $1000

Essay prompt: "In 600 words or less, tell us about a business idea that you have and how you plan to make it a reality. Be sure to explain how college, in part, will help you succeed."

Learn more here.

9. SimpleTexting College Scholarship (United States)

Deadline: Jan 11, 2020

Award: $1,000

Essay prompt: "If you could send one text to your younger self during a tough time what would you say and why? What advice would you give? What encouragement would you offer?"

Learn more here.

9. SimpleTexting College Scholarship (Canada)

Deadline: Jan 11, 2020

Award: $1,000

Essay prompt: "If you could send one text to your younger self during a tough time what would you say and why? What advice would you give? What encouragement would you offer?"

Learn more here.

10. Yonkers Honda Student Driver Scholarship

Deadline: February 4, 2020

Award: $1,000

Essay prompt: "Just like we all need someone to teach us how to drive, sometimes we need other people to teach us how to be the best versions of ourselves. In 600 words or less describe someone who has been a positive influence on your life and how they have inspired you."

Learn more here.

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10 Scholarships You Can Still Apply For

Who doesn't need money for college?

1. SimpleThriftyLiving.com A Step Ahead Scholarship

2. Franchise Opportunities Scholarship for the Future Entrepreneur

3. BusinessBroker.net Scholarship for the Business Leaders of Tomorrow

4. Insight Pest “What Bugs You” Scholarship

5. HomeLight Scholarship

6. Newizze Computer Science Scholarship

7. Joybird Artful Aesthetic Scholarship

8. Mulberrys Scholarship for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

9. SimpleTexting College Scholarship (United States)

9. SimpleTexting College Scholarship (Canada)

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10 ways to prepare for finals week—beginning with getting to the library.

Who knows where we would be without them.

1. Thank you for laughing at my jokes, even when they really aren’t funny.

2. Thank you for singing unbearably loud with me all the time.

3. Thank you for letting me vent to you for hours about anything and basically being my personal therapist.

4. Thank you for ordering pizza with me at 2 in the morning.

5. Thank you for all the movie days when we don’t feel like moving.

6. Thank you for being my workout buddy everyday.

7. Thank you for sharing your closets with me.

8. Thank you for taking naps with me at random hours during the day.

9. Thank you for cleaning our home with me when we absolutely need to.

10. Thank you for all the rides when it’s late and you don’t want me to walk home alone in the dark.

11. Thank you for studying with me in our kitchen when we didn't want to go the library.

12. Thank you for making dinner with me.

13. Thank you for helping with my hair, makeup and outfit every time we go out.

14. Thank you for taking countless ugly pictures with me.

15. Thank you for not judging me when I go too long without showering.

16. Thank you for making our apartment feel like a second home.

17. Thank you for being there through all of our boy troubles.

18. Thank you for giving me a hug when I feel homesick.

19. Thank you for getting excited with me when one of us gets a good grade on an exam.

20. Thank you for still being my friend and not judging me when I say or do dumb things.

21. Thank you for telling me what I should do when I am sick.

22. Thank you for dancing horribly with me everywhere we go.

23. Thank you for staying up super late with me when we aren’t tired or can’t sleep.

24. Thank you for being super weird with me.

25. Thank you for all the unforgettable college memories.

26. And most of all, thank you for being the best friends a girl could have.

I may or may not be stressing right now.

1. "What do I have to study for?"

2. "What class do I need to study for the most?"

3. "I’m going to ace this."

4. "Focus!"

5."I have no idea what I'm reading."

6. "I should call my smart friend about this."

7. "I’m going to fail. I’m going to fail."

8. "I’m dropping out of school."

9. "What grade do I have to get on the final to pass the class?"

10. "Oh, no, I have to do good."

11. "I shouldn’t have procrastinated all semester."

12. "I wanna go to bed."

13. "We did not learn this!"

14. "I should go get food."

15. "Why do we even have finals?"

16. "I don’t want to be at the library."

17. "Get off your phone."

18. "I can watch Netflix for like 20 minutes and then go back to studying."

19. "I shouldn’t have watched Netflix."

20. "You have to study now!"

The "Happiest Place on Earth" has a lot of characters with some pretty great advice.

Remember you’re the one who can fill the world with sunshine. — Snow White

The past can hurt. But the way I see it, you can either run from it or learn from it. — Rafiki

You don't have time to be timid. You must be bold and daring. — Lumière

If watching is all you're gonna do, then you're gonna watch your life go by without ya. — Laverne

Sometimes the right path is not the easiest one. — Grandmother Willow

Always let your conscience be your guide. — Jiminy Cricket

To infinity and beyond. — Buzz Lightyear

Life is a journey to be experienced, not a problem to be solved. — Pooh

Let it go. — Elsa

If you can't say something nice, don't say nothin' at all. — Thumper

Today's special moments are tomorrow's memories. — Genie

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