Start-up companies are a vital part of a healthy American economy. Hit Me SEO in Maryland is committed to providing the best opportunities for students who seek to begin, or grow, a business venture, by expanding their entrepreneurial skills though higher education. Our goal is to help aspiring entrepreneurs to defray the cost of their college expenses, by being rewarded for their current ambitions.

Application Details:

Scholarship Amount:
$1,000

Eligibility:
Any student currently enrolled in a 4 year institution or university, or a high school senior accepted into an accredited 4 year program for the fall of 2018.

Deadline to apply:
June 30, 2018

Winner Announced:
July 31st, 2018

Eligibility Requirements:

You must demonstrate ambition, creativity, and an interest in personal growth and development. This can be demonstrated by fulfilling any of the following:

You are currently an entrepreneur or have knowledge of a business venture you would like to pursue.
You are currently operating a side business while attending college, high school or current day job
You are involved in a family business

In the event of a virtual tie, our preference will be for a student set to enroll at a Maryland University, or with a connection to the Maryland area. The primary focus on the competition is who provides the most meaningful essay, not location. This is only in the event of a tie.

Requirements:

Fill out the brief informational form. Information required, is as follows:

Name, Address, Phone Number, and Email address
College you plan on attending (or currently attend), along with Major, and anticipated graduation year
Academic awards and honors
Activities and Interests outside of academics
Prior Work Experience
Provide a minimum 750-word essay describing why you want to be an entrepreneur. You may describe your past experiences, work history, or anything that has lead you in the direction of starting your own business.

Submit essay along with application to: [email protected]

Scholarship

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Name*
First Middle Last Suffix
Current Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Permanent Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Home Phone
Cell Phone*
Email*
Collegiate School in Attendance, or Accepted to:
Major
Anticipated Graduation Date

List academic or scholastic honors including scholarships, fellowships, prizes, honor societies, etc.:
List and briefly describe three non-academic activities which have been important to you:
List work experience:

Connection to Maryland:
In the event of a tie, we will provide preference to an individual that will help grow and strengthen the new businesses of our Maryland communities. *This is not a requirement for applying, or winning.
Essay*
Please attach your essay to this form. It should be typed and contain a minimum 750 words.

Winner will be chosen on July 31, 2018 and be notified by phone.