
GradGuard Scholarship
Official Rules
GradGuard is committed to helping students and families manage the financial realities of college life. In honor of National Insurance Awareness Day on June 28, we’re highlighting the vital role insurance plays in safeguarding their investment in higher education. The leader in tuition and renters insurance, GradGuard has protected 1.7 million students across 1,900+ institutions. GradGuard’s inaugural scholarship program is designed to hear and support the voices of real students who can convey the value of protecting themselves from the risks of college.
Eligibility Requirements
Must be enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited U.S. college or university for the Fall 2025 term.
Scholarship Award
$3,000 for 5 recipients
Application Instructions
Record a 90-second video sharing why tuition insurance and/or renters insurance are essential for college students. Use the prompts below to guide your content, choosing one or more to respond to in your video. Be sure to highlight the unique benefits and value of GradGuard as you answer.
Share personal college experiences, stories, or real-world scenarios where having tuition or renters insurance could make a difference. Emphasize how these protections help students stay focused on their education by reducing financial stress and providing peace of mind.
Tuition Insurance Prompts
What is tuition insurance and how can it help protect a student's college investment? How might this reduce your financial stress?
From mono to mental health—there are legit reasons students need to withdraw. Tell us about a real-life or hypothetical life event that GradGuard’s Tuition Insurance could cover?
What would happen if you had to withdraw from college due to a covered emergency? How could GradGuard’s Tuition Insurance help?
Renters Insurance Prompts
Why is renters insurance essential for college students living in on-campus residence halls or off-campus housing?
Imagine your laptop or bike is stolen, or there’s water damage to your apartment. How could renters insurance help you recover?
Have you or your college friends ever faced a big bill after accidentally damaging a dorm or apartment? How could renters insurance have helped cover those costs?
Sample Videos
Compliance Tips
Stick to the Facts: Avoid making exaggerated or misleading claims about tuition or renters insurance. Use the resources to ensure your information is accurate.
Do – “Renters insurance can help protect your belongings from situations like theft, fire, or water damage.”
Don’t – “Renters insurance covers everything you own!”
Avoid Guarantees: Refrain from guaranteeing specific outcomes or benefits.
Do – “Tuition insurance can reimburse non-refundable tuition costs if you need to withdraw for covered reasons.”
Don’t – “This will save you $10,000!”
Be Clear About Coverage: When describing what tuition or renters insurance can cover, use general phrases like “can help protect” or “may cover,” as policies vary.
Do – “Tuition insurance can reimburse your tuition expenses and other fees.”
Don’t – “Tuition insurance guarantees you’ll get all your money back, no matter what.”
Submission Instructions
Content: Share your name and university at the opening of the video.
Length: Keep videos concise; 90 seconds maximum.
Orientation: Use horizontal (landscape) format for better compatibility.
Resolution: Record in high-definition (HD), ideally 1080p or higher.
Audio: Ensure clear audio quality, free from background noise.
Lighting: Use good lighting to ensure the subject is well-lit and visible.
Clarity: Avoid excessive editing; focus on authenticity and clarity.
File Format: Submit in commonly accepted formats (e.g., MP4, MOV).
Title: Follow naming convention (first name_last name_2025)
Selection Criteria
The winners will be selected based on:
Clarity, relevance, and originality of content (40%)
Demonstrated understanding of tuition and renters insurance (40%)
Creativity in presenting the topic (20%)
Deadline
Applications open on May 1, 2025.
The submission deadline is 11:59 PM PDT on May 31, 2025.
Winners Announced
Questions? Contact us at scholarships@gradguard.com.