Written by Chris Hoitash… Applying for scholarships can seem daunting. Hunting them down, filling out applications, and awaiting the response is but one part of the grueling process of paying for college. As a student with a less-than-stellar academic record, you may wonder if you can apply for scholarships before or after you get into […]
Can I Get Financial Aid if My Parents Didn’t File Their Taxes?
Written by Bea Louis… If your parents didn’t file their taxes, you may not know where you stand with financial aid. Read on to prepare yourself for options that may benefit you. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the typical form filled out by current and prospective college students in the United […]
Can You Keep Extra Scholarship Money?
Written by Chris Hoitash… Receiving a scholarship is a great feeling. Applying for scholarships, meeting the application requirements, and having your efforts pay off with financial gain are all very rewarding. College is expensive, and having help to pay the bills is always welcome. If you have extra scholarship money, you may wrestle with the […]
How Can I Increase My Chances of Getting a Scholarship?
Written by Melissa L.… Getting into the college or university of your dreams is challenging enough. Accumulating the money you need to fund your tuition, living expenses and books is a whole other can of worms. The following strategies, if applied strategically and diligently, can drastically increase your chances of getting the scholarships you apply […]
What Information Should You Never Provide for a Scholarship?
Written by Chris Hoitash… Scholarships are a great way to pay for college without racking up student loans. In addition to funding your college career, they also look good on your curriculum vitae as a demonstration of scholastic aptitude and determination. Colleges and universities offer a variety of scholarships, both for scholastic effort and based […]
What Are the Easiest Scholarships to Get?
Written by: V. Ellis… Have you or anyone you’re close to ever applied for college scholarships? It can be a daunting task, full of ups and downs; but it doesn’t have to be if you know the right avenues to take. Your time is valuable. Put yourself in the shoes of a high school student (maybe […]