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Studybay Annual Essay Contest (Private Aid)

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$500 - $1,500
3 Awards Given
Deadline
June 15, 2026
340 Days Left
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Studybay is celebrating personal voices, real experiences, and unique perspectives. Whether you're a passionate writer, .a deep thinker, or an aspiring changemaker, this is your chance to share your story and make an impact. The Studybay Annual Essay Contest is open to graduating high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students. Applicants must be enrolled at an accredited college, community college, or high school. Applicants must provide some information about the school they attend. This is your chance to speak up, spark conversations, and explore the topics that matter most to students today. The Studybay Annual Spring Essay Contest 2025 is all about your experiences, opinions, and unique perspective. Submissions must be between 500 and 700 words. Submissions must be written either in American English or British English. Submissions must be 100 percent free of plagiarism. Submissions must be in either doc or docx format. Essays submitted in other formats will not be considered. Submissions must adhere to MLA formatting rules. Works Cited must also be formatted in accordance with MLA guidelines. At least three sources should be listed on the Works Cited page. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

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CA
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Financial need analysis is required
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Organization
Studybay
Address
548 Market St PMB 93685
San Francisco, CA 94104-5401
Telephone
(855) 407-7728
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Win a $2,000 Scholarship!

1st Financial Bank USA wants to celebrate those who recognize the importance of pursuing educational and financial goals with the 1st Financial Bank USA Financial Goals Scholarship.