Why do scholarships want these strange essays all the time?

[member 392791]

Why do scholarships want these strange essays all the time? Is it just a deterrent to see who really wants the money? Are these things worth writing in mass? Because I can see applying for 10 scholarships with 10 essays as being very time consuming.

 

[Mmm_Pasta]

Do you expect them to just hand out money? It's not much to ask for to get some money.

 

[PhizKid]

Maybe the scholarships want to give out money based on your experience with the people giving out the money; for instance, if the scholarship is not academically driven. Then how do you know who deserves the money? Essays are easier than an interview.