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    DirectTextbook.com 2017 High School Senior Scholarship Essay Contest

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    The DirectTextbook.com 2017 High School Senior Scholarship Essay Contest offers a $1,500 award to current U.S. high school seniors with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Applicants must write a 500-word essay responding to a prompt about choosing life options. The deadline was May 4, 2017.

    May 4th, 2017

    Scholarship deadline

    $1500

    Award amount

    1

    Requirements

    Who can apply

    • Current U.S. citizen
    • High school senior
    • GPA of 2.0 or higher

    Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

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    Quick facts

    Status

    Not specified

    Study levels

    High school senior

    Number of awards

    3

    Payout method

    Not stated on the listing

    Before you apply

    AI guidance

    Things to double-check on the official page.

    Important checks

    • Ensure you are a current U.S. high school senior
    • Verify your GPA is 2.0 or higher

    Missing or unclear on the listing

    • Current application status

    Red flags

    • Deadline has passed (May 4, 2017)

    Next steps

    AI guidance

    A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

    1. Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
    2. Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
    3. Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
    4. Apply through the official site linked above.

    Example essays & guides

    A dedicated how-to guide for this program may be added over time. Browse all essay guides from the hub.

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    Application tips

    AI guidance

    Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

    • Focus on the essay prompt: 'How do I choose the options that create the life I want?'
    • Keep your essay under 500 words

    Key requirements (4)

    Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

    Essay
    • DirectTextbook.com 2017 High School Senior Scholarship Essay Contest.
    • In 500 words or less write a response to a friend that has just asked you this question: "I have all these options in life, how do I choose the ones that create the life I want?".
    • Once the contest is closed, all essays will be reviewed. The winners of each award will be notified by email on or before June 8th, 2017.
    • Applicant must be: Current US citizen, a current high school senior and have a most recent GPA of 2.0 or higher.

    Required documents

    Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.

    • Essay or written statement

    Applying

    Submit a 500-word essay on life choices by the deadline to apply for the DirectTextbook.com 2017 High School Senior Scholarship.

    Award & payment

    Amount: $1500

    Number of awards: 3

    Payout: Not stated on the listing

    About the provider

    Overview

    The DirectTextbook.com 2017 High School Senior Scholarship Essay Contest offers a $1,500 award for U.S. high school seniors who write a 500-word essay on choosing life options.

    Sponsor & application

    Information last verified Apr 28, 2026.

    Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.

    FAQ

    Who is eligible for the DirectTextbook.com Scholarship?
    Current U.S. high school seniors with a GPA of 2.0 or higher are eligible.
    What is the essay prompt for the DirectTextbook.com Scholarship?
    Write a 500-word essay responding to: 'How do I choose the options that create the life I want?'
    How will winners be notified for the DirectTextbook.com Scholarship?
    Winners will be notified by email on or before June 8, 2017.