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WiseGeek Life Isn’t Easy Scholarship

Funded by
$500
1 winner$500
Awarded
Application Deadline
Oct 31, 2020
Winners Announced
Nov 2, 2020
Education Level
Undergraduate, Graduate

The United States is known as the land of opportunity, but the unfortunate reality is that not everyone starts on an even playing field.

While most people encounter challenges at some point in their youth, some have to confront more adversity than others.  Whether it’s growing up with limited financial means, facing racism, living with a disability, or coping with the loss of a loved one, significant hardships at a young age can have a long-lasting effect.

The WiseGeek Life Isn’t Easy Scholarship exists to help college students who have faced difficult circumstances head-on and come out stronger for it.  We’re hoping to foster and support those who have shown resilience through turbulent times.

Selection Criteria:
Impact
Scholarships for College Students
Essay ScholarshipsCollege Students Scholarships
Published August 11, 2020
Essay Topic

What adversity or hardship have you faced in your life? How have you overcome it? How do the challenges you've faced play into your goals for the future?

500–1000 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Oct 31, 2020. Winners will be announced on Nov 2, 2020.