Graduating high school seniors who are participating in this weekend’s Windsor-Essex Great Lakes Region FIRST Robotics competition may be eligible for a $1,000 scholarship to attend the University of Windsor.

It is a way to acknowledge the extra work made by these students, says Marian Doll, director of student awards and financial aid.

“We are committed to supporting students who are excelling academically and who go above and beyond by competing in a variety of skills competitions and challenges,” she says. “We hope to reward their dedication and creativity.”

These scholarships may be received in addition to an open entrance scholarship or any other award. To qualify, students must be currently in Grade 12 and entering the University of Windsor in Fall 2016 directly from full-time secondary school studies into a first-year undergraduate program.

Find details on this and other Skills Competition Scholarships on the student awards website.

The FIRST Robotics competition continues through Saturday at the St. Denis Centre.