$5,000 Scholarship Contest

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions about 2nd Chance Contest

Q: I am in high school. Can I still apply?
A: No, you must be a high school graduate or obtain GED or equivalent to be eligible for this contest.

Q: I am in college. Can I still apply?
A: Yes you are eligible for this contest.

Q: I am in the military. Can I still apply?
A: Yes, you are eligible for this contest, whether you are stationed in the U.S. or serving overseas, as long as you will be attending a college, university or certified trade school in the U.S. by the semester deadline specified in the rules of this year's contest.

Q: Can I get the scholarship award paid to me directly if I plan to use it toward my college expenses like books or housing?
A: AFSA pays the scholarship money directly to the educational institution in the entrant's account for tuition and/or books. No money goes directly to the student.

Q: I will be skipping a semester or two before I go to college, can you hold the money until I start?
A: AFSA pays the scholarship moneydirectly to the educational institution for the semester specified in the rules of this year's contest.

Q: I am a foreign exchange student, can I still apply?
A: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident alien to be eligible for the contest.

Q: I do not own a home computer. Can I still apply?
A: You can apply from any computer as long as you are able to read the essay, submit the application and take the test online.

Q: What happens to my personal contact information?
A: Your information is collected only for purposes of administrating this scholarship contest. It will never be sold or rented to others.