Paying for college begins here
In the world of financial aid, the Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is king. So, what is the FAFSA? It is a critical set of forms that determine whether a student is eligible for federal grants and loans, and is used by schools during the crafting of a student’s financial aid package. If…
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Want a PDF copy of this list of scholarships sent right to your Facebook inbox? Click the button below. The end of school year is nearing, and your student’s attention is probably focused on finishing up the school year, BUT scholarship deadlines are flying by! Great news though…it’s not too late! NOW is the…
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…the ideal time actually would have been earlier. So when exactly should your child start applying for scholarships? In this post, we break down the ‘scholarship seasons’ and let you know exactly when your child should start looking for the big bucks for college.
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Finding scholarship opportunities can be challenging in its own right, but when your student also has to dodge scholarship scams, it is even more daunting. Some companies use fake scholarship applications to collect people’s personal data and sell it to third parties. Others gather information that allows them to steal the identity of anyone who…
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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. School is almost out and summer will be in full swing and while it’s tempting for your student to want to hit…
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While military servicemembers often get access to GI Bill benefits, that isn’t the only form of financial aid available. Not only are there military scholarships for active duty and veterans, but there are also a ton available to spouses, children, and even grandchildren. If you want to learn how to find opportunities including and beyond…
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The federal Pell Grant is one of the most talked-about forms of financial aid available. It is specifically designed to make college more affordable for students who have a financial need and doesn’t come with virtually any of the trappings associated with student loans. Even though awareness of the Pell Grant is high, many people…
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Many people are unfamiliar with the concept of a scholarship resume. In fact, as a parent of a high school or college student, you may be wondering why they need a resume at all. Scholarship committees generally don’t request a resume, so it seems like extra work that isn’t necessary. But, it is essential, especially…
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Many financial aid opportunities are only available to people from specific demographics. Native American scholarships and grants aim to support one of the most underrepresented, and often poverty-stricken, groups in the nation, ensuring college is accessible. For Native American scholarships and grants, eligibility is first and foremost based on a student’s background. However, other requirements…
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Want a PDF copy of this list of spring scholarships sent right to your Facebook inbox? Click the button below. While spring break should be a time for your student to catch up on rest and relaxation, it’s also the perfect time to find and apply for scholarships to help fund their college education….
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