Financial aid resource promotes unique scholarship opportunities

Financial aid resource promotes unique scholarship opportunities

In honor of National Scholarship Month in November, Fastweb - a financial aid resource - is highlighting examples of unusual scholarships. The month is devoted to raising awareness of the need for scholarship support for postsecondary education. Fastweb is supporting this cause by bringing attention to the various forms of monetary help that is available for students who wish to pursue a higher education.

"October into November marks the start of the scholarship application season," said Mark Kantrowitz, publisher of Fastweb. "People tend to think of the more traditional scholarships but it is important to remember that help is available, no matter where your passion lies."

One odd program is the North Central Cheese Industry Scholarship, which is available to students with a major or minor in food science at the University of Wisconsin at River Falls who demonstrate an interest in dairy and cheese technology.

Another rare financial aid program is the New Look Laser Tattoo Removal Scholarship, which was designed for students who are enrolled in a field that has advanced laser tattoo removal through research and development or clinical practice.

By Mark Danson