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William J. Schulz Memorial Essay Contest for Freethinking College-Bound High School Seniors

Offered by Freedom From Religion Foundation

Reviewed by Lisa FreedlandLast updated Apr 24, 2023
Multiple awards worth

$200 - $3,500

Grade level

High School Senior

Expected deadline:

This scholarship might not currently be accepting applications. Most scholarship programs only accept applications a few months ahead of their annual deadline. We’ve estimated this deadline based on last year’s deadline in order to help you plan out your scholarship applications.

June 2024

Scholarship Overview

Attention all college-bound high school seniors! The William J. Schulz Memorial Essay Contest is your chance to win big and earn some extra cash for college. The scholarship is open to all high school seniors who graduate this Spring and who will be attending a North American college or university this upcoming Fall. With prizes ranging from $200 to $3,500, there are plenty of opportunities to be recognized and awarded for your writing skills. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity and submit your essay today!

About Freedom From Religion Foundation

The Freedom From Religion Foundation works as an umbrella for those who are free from religion and are committed to the cherished principle of separation of state and church. The purposes of the Freedom From Religion Foundation, Inc., as stated in its bylaws, are to promote the constitutional principle of separation of state and church, and to educate the public on matters relating to nontheism.

Eligibility information

This scholarship is open to students meeting the below eligibility criteria.

Grade Level

High School Senior

Application information

To apply for this scholarship, submit the below application materials before the deadline.

Essay

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Scholarship FAQ

When will the winner of this scholarship be announced?

The William J. Schulz Memorial Essay Contest for Freethinking College-Bound High School Seniors winner will be announced: September 1, 2023.

Where can I find help writing my scholarship essay?

For help writing the essay component of this scholarship application, check out our guides How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay and How to Start a Scholarship Essay (With Examples).
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