How to Get In-State Tuition for Out-of-State Students
Many students dream of heading out-of-state for college. However, out-of-state tuition costs can be a substantial barrier. Luckily, there are ways for out-of-state students to pay in-state tuition rates. This can make college significantly more affordable while still allowing them to pursue their dream of striking out on their own. Here’s what you need to…
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When Your Child Should Start Applying for Scholarships
…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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The Ultimate Guide to Scholarship Scams
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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32 Scholarships To Apply To Over Summer Break
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 the…
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6 Amazing Money-Saving Benefits for Amazon Prime Student Memberships
Amazon Prime can certainly be a boon for households but, with Amazon Prime Student, college students can also experience amazing bargains. While the cost of Amazon Prime keeps going up, hitting $119 a year in 2018, students can get all of the same benefits for less than $50 a year ($49, to be exact). That’s…
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Our Guide to Military Scholarships for Veterans, Dependents, and Spouses
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. Scholarships for Veterans and Their Families Veterans and their family members may…
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The Real Reasons Why College Tuition is So High and What you Can Do About it
10 minute read. We’ve all seen the news about skyrocketing college expenses. It’s everywhere you look, and it only seems to be getting worse. It’s no secret college tuition is too high, has risen too quickly, and debt is unmanageable for a staggering number of students. This hits home for me particularly because I have kids in…
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What is a Pell Grant and Who is Eligible?
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…
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How to Write an Amazing Scholarship Resume
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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The Ultimate Guide to Native American Scholarships and Grants for College
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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