484 Scholarship Essay Contests and Rewarding Competitions

Competitions and Essay Contests

We present a number of new fresh scholarship essay contests and creative competitions available if you like challenging tasks with rewards or you consider yourself to be a decent writer. Scholarships help provide financial relief to individuals who are unable to pay for their colleges and universities. If college seems unaffordable right now, below is a list of scholarship essay opportunities and rewarding competitions that are worth trying.

For the essay scholarships students are getting an opportunity to stand out based on their writing. You are evaluated by how you put your thoughts on paper and not on your GPA or community service. The essay competition represents an opportunity for creative students, those with good ideas and those capable of in depth research to stand out.

For the creative rewarding competitions you may need to show some of your outstanding skills in different areas of life such as sports, programming, arts, math, natural and special sciences. If you feel confident on any competitions presented here, do not hesitate to try them out!

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Sony World Organization 2024 Photography Awards Contest for Students & Professional Photographers Worldwide

Global exposure is given to not only to the overall winners, but also to shortlisted and commended photographers. Recognised photographers can receive: Exhibition at Somerset House, London Potential to be included in international exhibitions I... more details

  •  Contest
  •  10-Jan-2025
  •  Worldwide
  • $$  Varies

KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator Competition 2024

The competition is an unrivaled platform to profile your business. The benefits are second to none if you take the opportunity to compete. National and Global Exposure: Raise awareness of your innovation and your business by showcasing it on a prest... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Worldwide
  • $$  Varies

African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) 2024 My African Heritage Competition

A weekend trip to a World Heritage Site. The prize includes a round-trip flight ticket (in economy class), accommodation, meals paid for 2 nights.... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Africa
  • $$  Varies

2024 Digital Skilling Competition for Young Learners, Youths & Civil Servants

Basic 10 million naira cash prize for the grand prize winner! 7.5 million naira cash consolation prizes for first runner up. 5 million cash consolation prize for second runner up. Intermediate 15 million naira cash prize for the grand prize winner 12... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Africa
  • $$  Varies

MUFG Bank/NYCT Urban Future Prize Competition 2024

Two non-dilutive prizes of $50K each will be awarded to two companies that embody the drive and mission needed to address the greatest challenge of our time. Acceptance and membership into New York City’s premier climate-tech incubator, with i... more details

  •  Contest
  •  01-May-2025
  •  Cuba
  • $$  Varies

Scholarship Competition at SWISSAM International University, Russia

1st place — 800 000 rubles.2nd place — 600 000 rubles... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Submissions will be accepted from April 1st to June 30th.
  •  Russia
  • $$  Variable (800,000 rubles for 1st place, 600,000 rubles for 2nd place)

Nigeria Association of Dental Students (NADS) 2024 Essay Competitions For Nigerian Dental Students

The NADS Essay Writing Competition highlights the association’s dedication to promoting academic quality and creative thinking among dentistry students by providing considerable prizes: First position: N100,000. Second position: N75,000 Third ... more details

  •  Bachelor
  •  11-Mar-2025
  •  Nigeria
  • $$  N100,000

MTN Champs Competition 2023

Through this program, talented individuals from all corners of the country will have the opportunity to showcase their skills and receive the training and support they need to reach their full potential as world-class athletes. MTN CHAMPS is a track ... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Nigeria
  • $$  Varies

MTN mPulse 2023 Spelling Bee Competition

The rewards for both students and teachers are extraordinary: For the Students First Prize: Winner’s trophy, N2.5 million scholarship grant, a laptop, a smartphone, and an mPulse goody bag. Second Prize: N1.5 million scholarship grant, a smart... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Nigeria
  • $$  Varies

Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) 2023-2024 Competition Award in Asia Pacific

Prizes are generally a combination of cash and business services and will vary by location. At the Global Finals, students compete for a total prize package of US$100,000in cash and first place receives US$50,000. Second place wil... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Worldwide
  • $$  Varies

Sony World Organization 2023-2024 Photography Awards Contest For Students & Professional Photographers Worldwide | USD30,000 Prize Money

Global exposure is given to not only to the overall winners, but also to shortlisted and commended photographers. Recognised photographers can receive: Exhibition at Somerset House, London Potential to be included in international exhibitions I... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  United Kingdom
  • $$  Varies

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GEC+ Africa 2024 Entrepreneurship Regional Pitching Competition

The top 3 winners will share a prize of $50,000 and will have an opportunity to join an accelerator programme post the congress. ... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Worldwide
  • $$  Varies

Trade Lenda 2023 Small Business Competition | N5 Million In Prizes

SMEs who apply will also have the opportunity to be a part of the Trade Pitch, a pitch competition for SMEs, judged by a panel. Three (3) winners will walk away with cumulative gifts worth N5 Million, including cash, preloaded dollar card, courses to... more details

  •  Contest
  •  Not Specified
  •  Nigeria
  • $$  Varies

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