Win $250 toward your education by sharing your story! Combs Waterkotte is excited to announce our latest scholarship essay contest. Check out the contest terms and details below.
Throughout life, there are moments when we are called to stand up for what’s right, even when it’s not easy. These experiences shape who we are and our understanding of courage, advocacy, and justice.
Think back to a time when you had to stand up for what you believed was right. Maybe you advocated for yourself, defended someone else, or challenged an unfair system. Reflect on the situation, the actions you took, and the consequences of your choices. How did this experience shape your perspective on courage, justice, and resilience? Provide a thoughtful and personal reflection on the experience.
Learn more about the contest rules or submit your essay for the Combs Waterkotte Q1 2025 scholarship below.
Contest Information
Essay Topic and Submission Guidelines
A 500-1,000 word essay about “Standing Up for What’s Right”
Reflect on a time when you stood up for what you believed was right, even in the face of challenges. Describe the situation, what actions you took, and the impact it had on your life and perspective. Share a personal and meaningful perspective on advocacy and justice.
For your submission, please:
- Include your full name and an essay title
- Write between 500 – 1,000 words (quality over quantity!)
- Attach your essay as a PDF, txt, doc, or docx file
- Submit by Wednesday, April 16, 2025
One winner will be selected based on the quality of the essay and adherence to the submission guidelines. The winning essay should be well-written, grammatically correct, and offer a unique and personal perspective on the topic. Any accepted style (AP, MLA, Chicago, etc.) is allowed.
Scholarship Eligibility
To apply for the Combs Waterkotte Q1 2025 scholarship, please send the following to combswaterkottescholarship@gmail.com by April 16, 2025 at 11:59 pm Central Time:
- A college transcript (unofficial is acceptable) or an enrollment letter
- Your essay
- Your contact information
- Your student number *this will be used to verify your enrollment*
- Your school’s financial aid office information, including address and phone number
- A resume or brief biography
We encourage applications from non-traditional and underrepresented students. As the scholarship funds will be sent directly to the winner’s school, we require proof of enrollment. High school students or adults planning to attend college or trade school but not yet enrolled are welcome to check back for future opportunities.
Award Details
The winner will be contacted via email on April 18, 2025. If the winner does not respond within 7 days or cannot be reached after two contact attempts, the runner-up will be selected.
The scholarship funds will be sent directly to the winner’s school.
We look forward to reading your essays and wish you the best of luck!
