Students submit one college application essay draft for consideration. This scholarship is not awarded to the most polished essay. Rather, it is awarded to students who would benefit from thoughtful, human feedback to strengthen their story and their application.
Scholarship Awards
Grand Scholarship
College Essay
Review Complete
2 Reader Awards
College Essay Review
Deadline
September 13, 2026
at 11:59 PM CT
Want to understand what each scholarship includes? View the College Essay Review service options.
Who Should Apply
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Rising high school seniors preparing their college applications
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Students who have at least one college application essay draft
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Students who would benefit from expert, personalized feedback
How to Apply
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Choose One Essay Draft
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Complete the Submission Form
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Submit by the Deadline
Select a single college application essay draft to submit.
Fill out the scholarship application form and submit your essay.
All materials must be submitted by September 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM CT.
Coming soon...
a live college essay and interview workshop in collaboration with
Dina Schmid of Queen City Etiquette
Every review is completed personally by Kelly Thompson-Anthony