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Creativity Scholarship

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The Creativity Scholarship, offered by , provides $1500 to support first-generation undergraduate students in business or STEM fields who foster creativity. Apply by July 31, 2026.

07.31.26

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$1,500

Award amount

2

Requirements

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Review status

May 17, 2026

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Deadline urgency

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Who can apply

  • Undergraduate student
  • Field of Study: Business or STEM
  • First-generation college student

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Status

Upcoming

Field of study

Architecture and Related Services, Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Business Management and Marketing, Communication and Journalism, Computer and Information Sciences, Education, Engineering, Mathematics and Statistics, Mechanic and Repair Tech Technicians, Military Technologies, Physical Sciences, Psychology, Social Sciences, Transportation and Materials Moving

Number of awards

1

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  • Ensure you are a first-generation college student.
  • Verify your field of study is business or STEM.
  • Prepare a short story essay with a trivial conflict (400-600 words).

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  • Payout method details

Next steps

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  1. Prepare the required materials shown in this listing: Essay or written statement.
  2. Prioritize the essay draft before opening the provider application.
  3. Plan submission around the listed deadline: 2026-07-31T23:59:59Z.
  4. Use the application path to confirm eligibility, documents, and any updated deadline before submitting.

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  • Focus on creativity in your short story.
  • Keep the essay between 400 and 600 words.
  • Highlight your unique perspective as a first-generation student.

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  • Essay prompt: Write a short story where the main conflict is something most people would consider trivial. Essay requirements: min length 400, max length 600.
  • Education Level: Undergraduate student Field of Study: Business or STEM Background: First-generation college student.
  • Many students are full of creativity, but don’t get to explore their curiosity or develop art in their professional work. Anyone could have a beautiful story within them, whether they work in writing or in non-creative fields, such as business.….

Required documents

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  • Essay or written statement

Applying

To apply, submit a short story essay (400-600 words) featuring a trivial conflict by July 31, 2026.

Award & payment

Amount: $1,500

Number of awards: 1

Payout: Not stated on the listing

About the provider

Overview

The Creativity Scholarship supports first-generation undergraduate students in business or STEM fields who demonstrate creativity. The award is $1500, with a deadline of July 31, 2026.

Sponsor & application

Information last verified May 17, 2026.

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FAQ

Who can apply for the Zelaya Creativity Scholarship?
First-generation undergraduate students in business or STEM fields can apply.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is July 31, 2026.
What are the essay requirements?
Applicants must write a short story with a trivial conflict, between 400 and 600 words.
Is the payout method specified?
The payout method is not stated in the listing.