Sponsoring Institution: MarvelOptics

Type: Essay/Video Contest

Eligibility: Any current, full-time student attending an accredited two-year or four-year U.S. college

Application Deadline: August 15th, January 5th (Twice annually!)

Highlight: MarvelOptics is a leading prescription eyeglass company offering this essay scholarship contest. Participants must be current, full-time students at a two-year or four-year American college. Whether you use glasses or not, you can participate in this essay scholarship because the young, entrepreneurial founders of MarvelOptics appreciate hard work and believe that money should never become an obstacle when working towards one’s dreams. Share your unique perspective by writing a short essay (300 words maximum) or making a 1-minute video answering the vision-oriented prompt on their website. Just post your response on one of your social media platforms and follow the directions listed on the website, and you’re in! This essay scholarship is a recurring contest which has a deadline of either January, 5 or August, 15. Since this essay scholarship is awarded 2X per year, it gives you double the chance to win! Winners of this essay scholarship are awarded $1500, which can be used for either tuition or books. So, embrace the challenge and envision your participation.