2020 Side Hustlin' Student Scholarship Finalists

We're proud to offer an annual scholarship of $2,500 to new and current college students. We will also offer a runner-up scholarship of $1,000.

The goal of the scholarship is to recognize and award individuals who are both pursing higher education while working hard to achieve their dreams financially. We want to hear about the creative and passionate ways that individuals are working towards their dreams - both literally and figuratively.

This scholarship is not about how much money someone is earning at their side hustle. In fact, little consideration will be given to that. It doesn't matter if your side hustle is earning $100 or $100,000. What matters is your effort, thought process, and goals. We want to know your story. Learn more about the detailed requirements here.

The scholarship winner and runner up will be selected on July 31, 2020 by the article that generates the most "buzz", as determined by website traffic it receives. Applicants are encouraged to generate support for their story through friends and family. Top entrants attract influencers to share their story. Remember, this scholarship is about hustle, so entrants are encouraged to show off their marketing skills.

Note: The scholarship will return in 2021, with entries eligible starting January 1, 2021.

The 2020 Side Hustlin' Scholarship Finalists

Here are the finalists for 2020:

Working Through School At Chick-Fil-A

“Money often costs too much.” --Ralph Waldo EmersonIt’s no secret, money is important to us. Getting an income early in[...]

How My Side Hustles Showed Me My Passions

My employment journey began at the pool. I was 12 years old on my middle school swim team and my[...]

Selling On Amazon FBA And eBay As A Side Hustle

The earliest moment I can remember that defines me as an entrepreneur was when I inadvertently started preparing for my[...]

Building A Firewood Business While Working On A Farm

For as long as I can remember I have worked outside on our family farm. My friends joke that I[...]

Lessons Learned From An Old Jeep

While some people see earning money and accumulating wealth as a game where the points come in the form of[...]

A Snapshot Of How I Turned Photos Into A Business

I still remember the first money I ever made. As a five-year-old boy, I was obsessed with the Lego catalog[...]

Money For MUN: The Many Ways To Fund Extracurricular Activities

One thing my parents have in common is the belief that every dollar must be earned; however, besides me there[...]

Young, Rich, and Bilingual

Starting Freshman year, I had no choice but to start figuring out ways to make money to support my family.[...]

Baking or Bioengineering… Or Both?

“In an alternate universe, if you could be anything you wanted, what would you be?” My sister asked me this[...]

Past Winners

Here are the 2019 Side Hustlin' Scholarship Winners:

Winner: Alexis L. - From Piggy Bank to Making Bank

Runner Up: Cade D. - Mowing Lawns and More

The winner and runner up for 2018 were:

Winner: Cody C. - Creating Viral Memes and Selling Merchandise on the Side
Runner Up: McKenzie A. - YouTube Cartoon Side Hustling To Working At Cartoon Network

The winner of the 2017 Side Hustlin' Scholarship was Jessica Vanek with her article "Getting Paid To Sing The National Anthem".

The runner up for 2017 was Tana Zapf, with her article "Selling Handmade Scarves To Performing At A Big Wedding".

Congratulations to the winners and everyone who submitted a story.

2021 Side Hustlin' Student Scholarship

The 2021 Side Hustlin' Student Scholarship will be offered again next year. Submissions will be accepted starting January 1, 2021, and must be received by March 31, 2021. You can learn more about the Side Hustlin' Student Scholarship Opportunity here.