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First Step Scholarship

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Deadline

2026-07-25

Country

United States

Level

undergraduate

Organization

Sutliff & Stout

Funding

partial

Overview

The Sutliff & Stout Annual Scholarship Contest offers a $1,500 scholarship to students. It aims to raise awareness about distracted driving among young drivers by encouraging applicants to reflect on their own habits.

Coverage

The scholarship provides a one-time award of $1,500.

Eligibility

This scholarship is open to students who are either graduating high school seniors (graduating summer 2026) and planning to enroll in a college, trade school, or university, OR students who are currently enrolled in a college, trade school, or university as of the start of the Fall 2026 semester. There are no explicit nationality restrictions mentioned, making it potentially open to international students, including Ethiopians, attending eligible institutions.

Requirements

Applicants must submit an essay of at least 500 words. The essay should detail their most common distracted driving habits and describe concrete steps they will take to stop these habits.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official application link. After submission, applicants will not receive a confirmation email. Due to the high volume of applications, applicants are advised not to call to confirm their submission. Only selected winners will be contacted.

Notes

The application deadline is July 25, 2026. A winner will be selected and notified by August 1, 2026. The scholarship is offered by Sutliff & Stout Injury & Accident Lawyers, based in various cities in Texas, USA.

Source & Verification

Host organization: Sutliff & Stout

Original source: JLV College Counseling

Official application page: https://sutliffstout.typeform.com/to/B985oi/

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.