Before you begin applying to scholarships, it is important to remember they are very much like college applications. Scholarships are awarded to applications, not to applicants. So, just like the with college application process, it is vital to submit your best work in order to compel the group, company, foundation, or organization want to give you their money. If you’re serious about landing some… Read More
Odds are that you don’t qualify for any of the unusual scholarships that are listed below, but that’s sort of the point. If scholarships as bizarre as these exist, then there’s certainly a few (if not many) that you can get. Now go get ‘em. Oh and double check the ones below, you never know if one might be for you… 1. Duck Tape… Read More
Today’s post on tips for winning that scholarship is from Alexis Mattera, a Scholarships.com staff writer who was kind enough to share these tips. One look at your calendar will confirm that college will be here before you know it and along with that remindercomes an ever-growing list of things you must accomplish before joining the higher education ranks. In addition to keeping your grades up,… Read More
Scholarships are essentially free money to help finance your college education. Regardless of your family’s financial need, any student can and should apply for scholarships. There are thousands of regional and national scholarships available to students every year. And there is a scholarship for practically everyone! Many colleges have their own scholarships awarded to admitted students each year. These scholarships are part of the application process.… Read More
The National Merit Scholarship Program recognizes the top 50,000 students in the country for top performance on the PSAT. Juniors taking the PSAT are automatically considered, with the top scorers considered for various awards each year. Students are awarded titles such as ‘Program Recognition’, ‘Commended’, ‘Semi-Finalists’ and ‘Finalists’. You will be informed by mail if you qualify for any of these titles or corresponding… Read More
