As part of its mission to help make college more achievable, Upromise is giving anyone – student, parent, grandparent or graduate a chance to tell their tuition tale for a chance to win $30,000 for higher education expenses.
On Tuesday, March 24, 2009, now known as Tuition Tuesday, Upromise will kick off its Tuition Tales contest in search for the most creative, entertaining and deserving individuals in three categories: Saving for College; In College Now; and Paying It Back. Whether its grandma explaining how her three-year-old granddaughter could one day become president or a high school senior using his musical talent to sing about his dream to become a famous artist, Upromise will grant three grand prize winners – one from each category – $10,000 each to use for college.
“Considering the state of the economy and the continuing rise of tuition, Tuition Tales is a way for us to help make some college dreams a reality for deserving individuals,” said David Rochon, president, Upromise. “We hope this $10,000 award will reduce, if not eliminate, their college-related financial stress.”
Contest participants can enter from March 24 to May 3, on behalf of themselves or their family members and friends by uploading a 30 seconds or less video clip on why they or someone they know deserve money for college at www.tuition-tales.com.
During the voting period, May 6-May 12, the public will have a chance to vote for their favorite video and play the Tuition Tales instant win game for the opportunity to win daily prizes. The twelve videos with the most votes will receive a $250 Bed Bath & Beyond® Gift Card and enter the final voting phase, May 13-May 19. Three grand prize winners will be awarded $10,000 for college expenses.
Last year the Tuition Tales contest was only open to Upromise members and received more than 250 creative videos. This year the contest is open to the public – Upromise member or not. Contest participants must be at least 18 years old to enter.
For more information, visit www.tuition-tales.com.
