Well truthfully, there are lots of weird things in the world, but who knew there are weird scholarships too? You will be shocked as you go through this article of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world.
These very unique and unusual scholarships may be something for you, go on, take a look at some of them and find out which one of these weird scholarships in the world can benefit you.
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50+ Weirdest Scholarships in the World
1. American Association for Nude Recreation Education Foundation
Award: $500 – $1500.00
Brief description
Sure, if we are to discuss weird scholarships, definitely the AANR Education Foundation’s Nude Recreation Scholarship should go down as one of the weirdest there is.
The Foundation seeks to inform the public of an understanding to nudism.
Eligibility
- Any student aged 17 and older who have AANR affiliation and/or experience are eligible to apply for the scholarship.
2. CoffeeForLess.com Hit the Books Scholarship
Award: Up to $500 dollars
Brief description
CoffeeForLess.com is an online coffee retailer whose founders Jack and Lynn the founders were involved with stalling diabetes in young adults.
So why is the Hit the Books Scholarship one of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world?
Because coffee can be addicting! Why give a scholarship to create an addiction?
Well, they believe that their semi-annual Hit The Books Scholarship is a way of helping the young people meet their educational goals. What do you think?
Eligibility
- Students aged between 18 and 25 who are enrolled in an accredited US college or university.
3. American Fire Sprinkler Association Scholarship
Award: $2,000.
Brief description
I bet you didn’t know that there is a scholarship for people who own fire sprinklers. Anyways, the American Fire Sprinkler Association AFSA chooses to educate the public about the life-saving properties of automatic fire sprinklers.
This is a weird choice of information dissemination but well, lucky you. Apply now for the High School Senior College Scholarship Contest.
Eligibility
- The scholarship is open to high school seniors who are either citizens or aliens (migrants) legally residing in the USA.
4. Doodle 4 Google Scholarship
Award: $80,000 and above
Brief description
The Doodle 4 Google should definitely be classified as weird. The scholarship sponsored by Google awards high school students for drawing a Google doodle.
I love the rhyme! I just do not know why Google did it.
For the 2021 Doodle Scholarship students were asked to make Google doodles based on the theme “I am strong because… ”
Eligibility
- Applicants must be a high school student.
5. Debt.com Scholarship for Aggressive Scholarship Applicants
Award: $500
Brief description
Well, if the Aggressive Scholarship does not make it to this list of 50 weirdest scholarships in the world, then no other will.
You can only imagine what it means to offer an award based on the number of other awards you’ve applied for.
Oh yes! Debt.com will give you $500 simply for applying for other scholarships. Totally odd!
Eligibility
- Applicants can either be a high school student, a college student, or a graduate student.
- Must have applied for many scholarships as possible
- Must have confirmation emails replies for each scholarship.
6. Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship Contest
Award: Applicant will receive a cash scholarship of $10,000. Their school will receive a $1,000 prize.
Brief description
It’s totally unusual to request that scholarship applicants submit designed greeting cards to obtain a scholarship.
The Gallery Collection awards scholarships to students who have the best designs.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a high school or college/university Orr homeschooled student who is a legal resident of the United States
- The applicant should be enrolled during the latter half of the academic year.
- The student must submit an original creative design.
- Applicant must be 14 years or older at time of entry
7. Mycological Society of America Scholarships
Award: $100 – $10,000
Brief description
The Mycological Society of America gives a series of awards just for the study of fungi!
Research and academic work on those little organisms could win you a scholarship. Check your backyard there might be some fungi!
Eligibility
- Undergraduates and Post graduate programs on Mycology
8. The Gertrude J. Deppen Scholarship
Award:
Brief description
Talk about requirements!
The Gertrude J. Deppen Scholarship requires that the applicant
- should have lived in Mount Carmel for 10 years
- must have graduated from the Mount Carmel Public High School.
- The applicant should not be a habitual user of tobacco, intoxicating liquor and narcotics.
- The applicant also should not participate in strenuous athletic contests.
Perfect fit for a list of 50 weirdest scholarships in the world, isn’t it?
Eligibility
- Full-time graduate students who fulfill the terms and conditions of the scholarship.
9. Wholesale Halloween Costumes Scholarship
Award: $500 to cover the expenses of tuition and books.
Brief description
You can channel your pumpkin carving skills towards funding for your education during the next Halloween.
It’s unusual but not scary enough.
Eligibility
- Part time and full time college students.
- Must be a legal resident of the United States or hold a valid student visa
10. American Society for Enology and Viticulture Scholarship
Award: Up to $12,500
Brief description
It’s all about grapes, vines and wine!
Do you love wine? Well you can consider having a vineyard at your backyard. It could win you some scholarships. Truthfully!
Eligibility
- Applicants must be current ASEV Student Members prior to applying for a scholarship.
- Undergraduate and graduate students must be enrolled in or accepted into a full-time accredited four-year college or university in a degree program such as for a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral (thesis or professional).
11. American Association of Candy Technologists John Kitt Memorial Scholarship
Award: $5,000, paid in two $2,500 installments
Brief description
Scholarships for Candy?
I couldn’t have made that up myself!
With my love for candy, I think I am interested already!
Eligibility
- College sophomore, junior or senior status (in 2021-2022) who is interested in Candy engineering
12.American Board of Funeral Service Education National Scholarship Program
Award: $1,500 – $2,500 for an academic year
Brief description
Who awards scholarships for funeral studies? Aren’t you scared of the grim reaper?.
This is definitely a real contender as one of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world. Well, people die I guess and they’ve got to be buried.
Eligibility
- Completed at least one semester (or quarter) of study in a program in funeral service or mortuary science education
- Be a citizen of the United States, U.S. or a Permanent Resident,
13. Tattoo Journal Ink Scholarship
Award: 3500$
Brief description
For the Tattoo Journal Ink Scholarship, a student is required to write a 1000-1500 words essay on the topic, “BEHIND THE INK: myth and reality”.
Sadly, essays are required to be typed on a computer and sent by email.
I really looked forward to papers, quills and a post office run.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be an undergraduate or postgraduate student.
14. Hiram College Hal Reichle Scholarship
Award: Not Specified.
Brief description
Imagine being awarded for community serving and giving. Being awarded for love and goodness. This warms my heart but it’s still an unusual scholarship.
The person who the scholarship was created in his name, Hal Reichle actually lived his life like a real Santa Claus.
Eligibility
- Hiram College sophomores or juniors.
15. Prom Guide’s Cutest Couple Contest
Award: $1,000
Brief description
Well, one of the 50 weirdest scholarships requires you to submit cute Prom photos, the Cutest Couple gets votes to win.
I just think I will be going for prom again!
Eligibility
- Just completed prom.
16. Duck Brand Duct Tape Stuck at Prom Contest
Award: $10,000 Grand prize with runner up prizes.
Brief description
We are talking about prom now. Imagine making your prom clothes out of Duct Tape! Now that’s odd. I wouldn’t do that unless I am a spy seeking to conceal my lethal weapons!
Eligibility
- Take a picture in your Duct Tape clothes which has got everyone talking.
- Submit the picture.
17. Starfleet Academy Scholarships
Award: Unspecified
Brief description
Not everyone who watches Startrek Becomes a die hard fan. But to get awarded for being a Startrek fan who dreams about space? That’s a number.
Definitely one of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be a Starfleet member
- Must have been a starfleet member for at least one year before the application deadline .
18. Shout It Out Scholarship
Award: $1,500
Brief description
How loud is your scream? You may want to take a shout, but on paper!
As one of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world, the “loudest” applicant receives a $1,500 scholarship award.
Eligibility
- Must be U.S. students.
- Must be a legal U.S. resident.
- Must be 14 years of age or older at time of application.
19. Rolex European Scholarship
Award: North American Scholarship is $25,000, for the European Scholarship the amount is £20,000 and for the Australasian Scholarship, Aus $30,000.
Brief description
Funded by donations from Rolex Watch USA and Rolex-Geneva, the scholarship, with the bold mission of Fostering Leaders In
The Underwater World makes me think of mermaids and mermen!
Atlantis Stuff. Definitely one of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world
Eligibility
- Minimum age of 21 and maximum age of 26 at the time of the application deadline (15 January 2022 for all regions)
- Citizenship for the relevant Rolex Scholarship region (North America, Europe, and Australasia)
- Applicant has not yet earned a graduate degree (i.e. Masters, Doctorate or similar) by April 1st of the scholarship year, and has not yet chosen a clearly defined career path
- High academic standing
- Fluency in English
20. Illuminating Engineering Society Scholarships
Award: Varying across the different nine scholarships available.
Brief description
Do you think you’ve got what it takes to light up our world?
The IES Scholarships award the Nikola Teslas and Thomas Edisons of our time.
It wouldn’t be out of place to say I was shocked when I saw this Scholarship.
Eligibility
- Available only to IES Members.
21. Too Cool to Pay for School Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Brief description
You just have to be cool to apply.
Do you think you are too cool to pay for school? Then this award is for you.
The bursary is Access Scholarships contribution to help students through education.
Eligibility
- High school students, college students, and graduate school students of all years are eligible to apply.
- Must be currently enrolled full time in an accredited academic institution or will be enrolling within 24 months.
22. National Potato Council Scholarship
Award: $10,000
Brief description
Have you got a boost for potatoes? Then here’s your deal.
The National Potato Council is willing to fund students who are interested in making research for the increase of potatoes. An unusual request.
Eligibility
- A graduate student with strong interest in research which can directly benefit the potato industry.
23. School Band and Orchestra Magazine Scholarship
Award: Five (5) $1,000 awards annually.
Brief description
Oh, do you play clarinets or drums or pianos? You can get awarded a scholarship for playing any musical instrument. This is definitely one of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world.
Eligibility
- Students in grades 4 to 8 and five students grades 9 to 12 signing up through their music schools.
24. Miller Electric International WorldSkills Competition Scholarship
Award: Two (2) $3,000 awards will be given annually.
Brief description
Welding can sometimes be troublesome. Do you love welding?
Perhaps, this is for you. The Miller Electric International WorldSkills Competition Scholarship is one of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world.
Eligibility
- A full-time undergraduate student who will be a senior in a four-year bachelors degree in welding engineering technology (WET) or welding engineering (WE
25. Collegiate Inventors Competition
Award: Not Specified
Brief description
If you think the word Inventors sounds dated, check again. Here is a scholarship award for inventors.
So if you’ve created something beautiful and innovative, apply! Show the world your invention.
Eligibility
- Promising college students
- Must have accomplished cutting-edge research and made a discovery.
26. Chick Evans Caddie Scholarship
Award: Full funding for tuition and housing in college.
Brief description
Have you ever thought of getting a fully funded scholarship for just being a good ol’ caddie?
I bet you haven’t.
This odd Scholarship awards good caddies who have limited finances for furthering their education.
Eligibility
- High-achieving college Caddies with limited financial means.
27. Sophie Major Memorial Duck Calling Contest
Award: A pot of $4,250
Brief description
Ever imagined getting awarded for calling ducks. This is totally weird!
Who would have thought that calling ducks could get you an educational award?
Eligibility
- Graduating high school seniors
28. Branson Shows Inspired Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Brief description
For this scholarship you have to write an essay on how Branson’s shows have inspired you to realize your dreams.
Write about how any of his shows gave you a boost and you are good to go!
Eligibility
- Watched any of Branson’s Shows
- Writing an essay on how his show inspired you to realize your dreams.
29. The Asparagus Club Scholarship
Award: $4,000 each to the winning team of students and their university.
Brief description
No, it’s not a scholarship awarded to veggie lovers, that would have made it the weirdest in this list of 50 weirdest scholarships in the world.
The scholarship is however awarded to students planning to be career grocers which is still odd.
Eligibility
- Collegiate students pursuing degrees in food and retail programs
30. Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship
Award: $20,000
Brief description
Talk about veggies! This is definitely the weirdest of the weird. Award is given to a student who has promoted vegetarianism in their school and/or community.
Well you should remember, vegetarians do not eat meat, fish, or fowl and vegans? They are vegetarians who do not use other animal products such as dairy or eggs.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be a graduating U.S. high school student.
- Must have promoted vegetarianism in their school and/or community.
31. Tall Clubs International Scholarship
Award: Unspecified
Brief description
One of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world, the Tall Club International Scholarship is an educational scholarship awarded to teenage students who are really tall.
So what are you waiting for? Get a scholarship with your insane height!
Eligibility
- All applicants must be under the age of 21.
- Applicants should be about to enter their first year of higher education.
- Applicants must meet the minimum height requirements for membership in Tall Clubs International—5′ 10″ (178 cm) for women and 6′ 2″ (188 cm) for men in—stocking feet.
32. Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry William L. Cullison Scholarship
Award: $4000
Brief description
Talk about felling more trees, environmentalists will be pissed!
The award goes to students pursuing a career in the Pulp and Paper Industry.
Eligibility
- Students entering their third year of college in pursuit of an academic path related to a career in the pulp, paper, corrugated and converting industries.
33. Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship
Award: $2,000
Brief description
Finally, a scholarship for Zombies, oh, sorry, Fans of zombie movies.
Who awards a zombie Scholarship anyways? This of course fits in a list of 50 weirdest scholarships in the world.
Eligibility
- Must be 14 years of age or older at time of application.
- Must be a legal U.S. resident.
- Must be a resident of one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.
- Love apocalyptic movies
34. Zolp Scholarship
Award: Unspecified
Brief description
Ever heard of someone with the name Zolp? I bet you haven’t, neither have I.
The Zolp Scholarship however, requests applicants to have a last name spelled “Zolp”. And the applicant must be a Roman Catholic too.
Eligibility
- Applicant must attend Loyola University Chicago.
- Prospective candidates must be admitted to Loyola by February 1st.
- Have a last name spelled “Zolp” which appears both on the applicant’s birth certificate and confirmation or baptismal certificate.
35. Society of Vacuum Coaters Foundation Scholarship
Award: $5,000
Brief description
The SVC Foundation Scholarship Fund which provides scholarships to students studying a field related to vacuum coating technology is one of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world.
Eligibility
- Anyone attending an accredited technical, vocational, two-year, undergraduate or graduate school may apply.
- Students must be enrolled full-time during the semesters of award.
36. Parapsychological Association Research Endowment
Award: $2,000 – $5,000
Brief description
Parapsychology, is the scientific study of psychic phenomena and other paranormal happenings
To obtain a scholarship for chasing ghosts, that’s odd.
Eligibility
- Parapsychological researchers and students.
37. National Marbles Tournament Scholarship: $2,000
Award: Unspecified
Brief description
Throwing marbles is a game we’ve all played. The National Marble Tournament however has taken it to a national stage.
Over 1200 marble games is played over 4 days and the winner gets awarded with a scholarship.
Eligibility
- Mibsters aged 7-14 who have won a local championship
- Collegiate students
38. Clowns of America, International Scholarship
Award: Unspecified
Brief description
Would you believe a scholarship awarded by Clowns? Well, I wouldn’t believe it, I mean, it could be a joke taken too far. But well, you could give it a try.
The clownery of it is totally worth studying.
Eligibility
- People who choose to study the art of clownery at the Clowns of America International COAI
39. Gamers Helping Gamers Scholarship
Award: Unspecified
Brief description
Computer games have swept across the globe, especially with digital devices being rampant. Now, imagine playing a game to win a scholarship!
It’s one of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world.
Eligibility
- High School Students.
40. The AMIA’s Audio-visual Archiving and Technology Scholarship
Award: $4,000
Brief description
The AMIA’s Audio-visual Archiving and Technology Scholarship is a scholarship specifically for students who are in pursuit of careers in moving image archiving.
It’s not everyday you see people trying to save or document happenings. It’s unusual and unique.
Eligibility
- Students pursuing a career in moving image archiving.
41. UNIMA (Union Internationale de la Marionnette-USA) Scholarship
Award: Covers Tuition
Brief description
Oh puppets, dancing as you tune your strings. It’s odd to see a scholarship for professional puppetry training.
Eligibility
- American puppeteers who wish to study puppetry outside the U.S.
- Applicants should be puppeteers who have some professional experience.
- Applicants should have a university degree in puppetry or should be able to demonstrate a serious commitment to the art.
42. John Gatling Scholarship
Award: Unspecified
Brief description
Yet another scholarship for names. This scholarship benefits students with the surname “Gatling” or “Gatlin.”
Awarding scholarships to students based on the name they bear definitely has a place as one of the 50 weirdest scholarships in the world.
Eligibility
- Receipt of a major university award in NC State University
43. The Helen McCloy/MWA Scholarship for Mystery Writing
Award: Two scholarships for up to $500
Brief description
If you are a mystery writer—in fiction, nonfiction, playwriting, and screenwriting, this is your deal. But why only mystery though?
However, the Helen McCloy Scholarship contest is on hold until further notice.
Eligibility
- Serious aspiring mystery writers who wish to improve their writing skills
44. Make Me Laugh Scholarship
Award: $1,500
Brief description
Okay, we’ve discussed lots of weird Scholarships and we have included that for comedians? Oh, come on!
The Make Me Laugh Scholarship is a fun scholarship that requires you to make us laugh through a written Essay.
Looking for a scholarship for comedians? Now is your chance to get awarded for your funny bone.
Eligibility
- Must be 14 years of age or older at time of application.
- Must be a legal U.S. resident.
- Must be a resident of one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.
- Must be a US citizen.
45. Halloween Costume Scholarship
Award: $500
Brief description
It’s Halloween again, and another Pumpkin carving contest in our list of 50 weirdest scholarships in the world.
Win an award for carving a pumpkin.
Eligibility
- College students.
- Must be enrolled at an accredited two or four year college or vocational school within the United States.
46. Discover Scholarship Award
Award: $5,000
Brief description
Now this is totally weird to call this a scholarship. I mean, this should be called a lottery not a scholarship award.
They even call awardees Sweepstakes! Man!
Eligibility
- Entrants must also be a high school senior student or equivalent
47. Brilliance Scholarship
Award: $1,500
Brief description
Are you creative? Can you design jewelry? Here’s one for you.
A $1,500 scholarship based on your jewelry design abilities
Eligibility
- Collegiate Students
- Creative student of any discipline
48. Do Something’s Easy Scholarships
Award: Up to $2,000
Brief description
Interested in volunteering and community service? Here’s a scholarship for you.
All you have to do is carry out volunteer activities for the benefit of your community.
Eligibility
- A 25 years old or younger
- Must live in the US or Canada (or are a citizen of either country, but living abroad)
49. Superpower Scholarship
Award: $2,500
Brief description
Writing a 250 word essay on “Which superhero or villain would you want to change places with for a day and why?” is definitely a weird Scholarship to apply for.
So can you tell us your superpower?
Eligibility
- Any Student can apply.
50. Rodeo Enthusiast Scholarship
Award: $500
Brief description
Are you a cowboy or a Rodeo Enthusiast? Well, writing an essay about your Rodeo experience is going to win you some scholarship.
Although I live rodeos too, I think it is weird to have a scholarship made specifically for only Rodeo lovers. So it fits in this list of 50 weirdest scholarships in the world
Eligibility
- Students of any discipline can apply.
51.The Frederick and Mary F. Beckley Left Handed Scholarship
Award: $1000 – $1500
Brief description
This is the only verified scholarship fund for left handers, the Frederick and Mary F. Beckley scholarship.
Have you ever thought lefthanded people are unique? Well, they’re forming a clique now.
Eligibility
- The scholarship is strictly for lefties.
- You must be a student at Juniata College, Pennsylvania.
Weird Scholarships in the World Conclusion
Did you find an odd scholarship fitting for you?
Let us know in the comment section below. You can also give us a heads-up if you’ve come across any other weird/unique scholarship out there.
You may also want to apply for these Canadian unclaimed Scholarships.