Not all scholarships are academic or sports based. In fact, you can earn some scholarship money based on your hobbies! That’s right, the things you do for fun in your free-time can help you pay for college. Here are some hobby scholarships to check out. Scholastic Art & Writing Portfolio Awards Amount: $1,000; $10,000 The …
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Botany Scholarships
Are you interested in pursuing a career that involves working with plants? If you love all aspects of plants and plant sciences, then botany may be a perfect career choice for you. One of the best ways to study and find specialized work is by completing your college education. It isn’t cheap though and that’s …
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Scholarships for Physical Attributes
Who knew you could qualify for scholarships thanks to your genes and physical attributes! These are just a few scholarships for physical attributes for just that. ScholarshipRed Amount: $500 If you have red hair (less than 2% of people in the United States do!), ScholarshipRed is tailored just for you. Awarding $500 to red heads, …
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Scholarships for Animal Lovers
Whether you are committed to working towards the welfare of amphibians or reptiles, pet cats or horses, you will find plenty of scholarship opportunities that are established to offer financial aid for college-going animal lovers like you. Check out these interesting scholarships for animal lovers and apply to those that you qualify for. A Voice …
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Even More Unique Scholarships!
There is no shortage of unique, bizarre, weird, odd, and interesting scholarships out there. From quirky interests to strange hobbies, scholarships wait for the ideal candidate. All they have to do is look. College Raptor rounded up even more unique scholarships for students here! Be sure to check out our other unique scholarship lists: 9 …
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Scholarships for Twins!
Being a twin is a special thing indeed, but that mean double the college cost. Fortunately, there are plenty of unique scholarships out there that celebrate twins, triplets, quadruplets, and so on. Most of the scholarships for twins offered are by the individual colleges, but it’s fun knowing opportunities are out there. Twins Days Andrew …
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Scholarships for Students Studying the Environment
Are you working towards a degree that will help help the planet? Interested in conservation, protection, green energy, or something similar? There are some environmental scholarships you’ll definitely want to check out then. Here are just a few to get you started. Wisconsin Garden Club Foundation Scholarships Amount: $1,000—$2,500 The Wisconsin Garden Club Foundation (WGCF) …
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Scholarships for Dog Lovers
There is no truer friend than a loyal and loving dog. We make countless heartwarming memories with our canine companions. Even more so, we often consider them part of the family, not just a pet. Believe it or not, there are quite a few scholarships for the dog-lovers out there! Whether it’s your own dog …
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Scholarships for Students Who Love to Collect Things
Got a cool collection you love to brag about? Well, that passion can actually win you scholarship awards! Here are a few great opportunities for gift aid based on your love of collecting! ANA College Scholarship Amount: $1,000 Let’s start off with a classic collection item: coins! These metallic forms of currency are used throughout …
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Scholarships for Students with a Sweet Tooth
Got a taste for sugary goodness? We all have our indulgences and guilty pleasures (I’m a sucker for chocolate peanut butter cups, myself). However, in this case it may not be a “too much of a good thing” situation. In fact, your sweet tooth might lead you to some tasty scholarship opportunities. John Kitt Memorial …
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