Fifth Month Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: Open to all U.S. students who are 14 and older and who are currently enrolled (or enroll no later than fall of 2031) in an accredited postsecondary institution of higher education.

Deadline Date: May 31, 2026

Scholarship Details:

This award is open to all U.S. students who are 14 and older and who are currently enrolled (or enroll no later than fall of 2031) in an accredited postsecondary institution of higher education.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be 14 years of age or older at time of application.
• Must be a legal U.S. resident.
• Must be a resident of one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.
• This award is for U.S. students.

One scholarship winner will receive a $1,500 scholarship.

Application requirements:

• Essay
• Application form

Application Requirements: Essay

Essay Details:

The “May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here’s a high five to you for being original.” (250 words or less)

Award Amount: $1500

Award Details:

One scholarship winner will receive a $1,500 scholarship.

The Scholarship Prize will be in the form of a check made payable directly to the accredited post-secondary institution of higher education attended by the Scholarship Prize Recipient (once the Scholarship Prize Recipient has enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education and submitted proof of enrollment to Sponsor). Scholarship Prize Recipient must submit proof of enrollment on or before 2031.

Website/URL: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/fifth-month-scholarship

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Email: partnerships@unigo.com

Additional Scholarship Information:

Sponsor is looking for eligible Applicants who follow directions and submit Applications that are well-written and clearly and creatively address the topic described above. On or about August 29, 2026, a qualified panel of judges will select one (1) potential winner based on the criteria of writing ability (25%), creativity (25%), originality (25%), and overall excellence (25%). Sponsor will select at least one (1) of the submitted Applications as the potential Prize Winning Application

Filters:

Eligibility: U.S Citizen/Permanent Resident
Areas of Study: Open to All
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior, College Student
Location Specific: National