Looking for some support with paying for college? Here are some unexpected, fun, and unique ways to try to get money for school.
Don't want to write an essay? Check out these lists of unique opportunities for students to find scholarships for just about anything!
Win money for explaining what ice cream flavor you would want to be, making the judges laugh at a story, creating a crossword puzzle, or even just because you happen to be tall or a redhead! Come up with an escape plan for a zombie outbreak or design a financial calculator to help others in need.
There's something for everyone!
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Comment on this post and let us know if one of these works out for you and please share your escape plans just in case we need them someday!
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