Ocean Awareness Contest

High school

Overview

The Ocean Awareness Contest offers up to $1,500, and it's open to middle and high school students worldwide (ages 11-18). Choose the Junior Division (ages 11-14) or Senior Division (ages 15-18) based on your age. Enter as an individual or group, with award money split evenly among group members. Express your creativity in Visual Art, Poetry, Writing, Film, Performing Arts, and Interactive or Multimedia all inspired by a specific prompt. Ensure an Adult Sponsor is listed for contact. Get ready to showcase your talent and creativity!

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 June 10, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

bowseat.org

What you'll need

Art Project

Share your creativity through an artistic project.

FAQ

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship?

To increase your chances of getting a scholarship, apply early, follow all application instructions, and write a great scholarship essay (if applicable)! For more help, ask a Mos advisor!

What is a letter of recommendation?

A letter of recommendation (letter of rec) is a letter written by someone in your life who can speak to your achievements, positive traits, and potential. It's basically a summary of why you're great and deserve the scholarship or funding you're applying for! Typically, students ask teachers, mentors, coaches, or employers (never family or friends). FYI: You have to ask someone to write a letter of rec for you.

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it?

Financial need is determined by the information you enter into your FAFSA. It's the difference between how much it's going to cost you to go to college, your 'cost of attendance (COA)', minus how much of this cost can you / your family cover, your 'Expected Family Contribution (EFC)'. If your EFC is lower than your COA, you have financial need! If you're not sure about your EFC or COA, reach out to a Mos advisor for help!