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The recent coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has shaken many communities to their core. Businesses, government agencies, and colleges all across the county are having to adapt quickly. Many colleges are closing their physical doors and relying heavily on online services to ensure students can keep learning. However, that isn’t the only facet of education that is…
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Pursing scholarships for languages can be a great way to make college more affordable. Many students find language fascinating. They may relish in the idea of speaking fluently with people from other countries or want to explore the nuances of how words are structured and change throughout the ages. Whether your student is interested in…
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If your student is interested in politics and government, political science scholarships might help them explore their passion without having to break the bank. In some cases, students who want to pursue careers in journalism or move on to law school also major in political science, giving them insights into how communities and governments operate,…
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Applying for financial aid and filling out the FAFSA with divorced parents can seem like a daunting task. Many would assume that it makes completing this critical financial aid document significantly harder. Luckily, that isn’t always the case. Often, the amount of work required to handle the FAFSA with divorced parents doesn’t differ much from…
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When your student starts exploring scholarship opportunities, they will likely be surprised by how many different types of scholarships are available. Many awards focus on a specific kind of student, such as those with a particular background, college major, degree of financial need, and more. By understanding the different types of scholarships that are out…
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If your student is the first person in your family heading to college, they may be eligible for first generation scholarship opportunities. These scholarships are designed to make furthering their education more affordable for first-in-family college students. There are a ton of scholarships that target first generation college students. If your student is breaking new…
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Have these deadlines passed? Click here for our most recent list of scholarships! Want a PDF copy of this list of scholarships sent right to your Facebook inbox? Click the button below. The end of the summer is nearing and it’s back to school time! With school back in session, managing time can be tricky….
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Art scholarships can make a world of difference when your student wants to pursue their dream and graduate debt-free. There are a surprising number of scholarships for art majors and talented artists, including those pursuing non-artistic degrees. Here is the ultimate list of art and design scholarships, including everything from scholarships for art majors to…
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At The Scholarship System, one of our core beliefs is to avoid student loan debt or limit it to the lowest amount possible. While sometimes it can be inevitable, we always stress that there are two sides to graduating debt-free: reducing the amount of money needed and earning debt-free money to cover what you do…
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Winning a scholarship is exciting. It puts your student one step closer to graduating debt-free, ensuring at least some of their expenses are handled with money that doesn’t have to be repaid. However, that doesn’t mean your student’s work is done. There are some additional steps your student needs to take after they’ve won a…
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