The Solar Scholarship will once again make students who are environmentally aware and active happy! This scholarship is funded by the Solar Action Alliance, a group of environmentalists who, according to their website, “want to spread the word about the most clean, reliable, and abundant source of renewable energy: the Sun.” In order to give back to hard working students who care about the future of our earth, Solar Action Alliance is once again awarding this annual scholarship.
Who is eligible to apply for the Solar Scholarship?
There are two main requirements for applying:
- Applicants must be (or planning on being) a full-time student at an accredited institute of higher education. In order to verify this, please provide an official statement verifying enrollment.
- A 3.2 (out of a 4.0 scale) GPA required
How do I apply for this scholarship?
This is an essay scholarship, so you know what that means! In order to stand out as a winner, submit your very best 500-1000 word essay in response to the following question:
What excites you most about the future of solar?
Make sure that you directly answer the prompt, including specific examples and vivid details to make your essay “come to life.” Let your passion for solar energy shine bright!
Submissions must be emailed to [email protected]. Please include “Entry for Solar Action Alliance Scholarship” in the subject line of the email. Don’t forget to include your full name and contact information when you make your submission.
Remember, only one submission per applicant!
How much is this scholarship worth?
The scholarship award is a sunny $1,000!
When is the deadline to apply for this scholarship?
The annual scholarship deadline is July 1, 2022. The lucky winner will be notified by August 1st, 2022.
Check out previous winner’s essays on the website!
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Best of luck to all applicants!