Scholarship

Ocean Awareness Contest

Creative contest with awards and a global showcase.

Detail	Information
Award	$500 to $1,500
Provider	Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs
Typical deadline	June
Eligible grade levels	grade 9, grade 10, grade 11, grade 12
Category	arts, writing, community service

Who qualifies

Students ages 11-18 creating art, writing, or media about the ocean.

How to apply

1. Open the official Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs application page and confirm this cycle's deadline and award amount — both change yearly.
2. Collect what almost every application asks for: transcript, a counselor or teacher recommendation, and your FAFSA or household income details if the award is need-based.
3. Draft the essay well ahead of the deadline and have one adult read it.
4. Submit several days early. Portals get overloaded on deadline day.

Official application page →

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Ocean Awareness Contest worth?

The Ocean Awareness Contest awards $500 to $1,500. Amounts are set by Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs and change from cycle to cycle, so confirm the current figure on the provider's official page before applying.

When is the Ocean Awareness Contest deadline?

The typical deadline is June. Deadlines move every year; set your own reminder at least three weeks earlier so you have time for essays and recommendation letters.

Who is eligible for the Ocean Awareness Contest?

Students ages 11-18 creating art, writing, or media about the ocean.

Amounts, deadlines and eligibility are typical values that change every cycle. Always verify on the provider’s official page before applying.

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