Many people are already in massive debt, between mortgages, credit cards, and student loans. It’s easy to think you’ll never get out of the cycle of owing money to somebody, especially if your current career doesn’t pay as much as you’d like. If you’re looking for a career change or just want to move up […]
Scholarship Tips
How Long Do Scholarships Last?
Written by Bea Louis… Scholarships are definitely a good way to have a more affordable college experience. They can substantially lower annual tuition expenses. If you are fortunate to land a scholarship from your college or university, pay attention to the terms of the award. Eligibility, including ongoing awards, typically have some requirements or stipulations. […]
Tips on Writing a Scholarship Thank You Note
Thank you notes show our appreciation for various acts of kindness, whether it’s a note for a birthday present or graduation gift. However, most students don’t realize the importance of thank you notes for scholarships – probably because scholarships seem less personal than gifts from someone you know. Writing a thank you letter for a […]
How to Know if You’ve Won a Scholarship?
“Congratulations! We are happy to inform you that you’ve been awarded a $5,000 renewable college scholarship!” What if you received this news from the scholarship provider? That you, out of countless applicants, received their award? It not only validates that you’re on the right path, but shows that your hard work finally paid off. If […]
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 […]
Failure is An Opportunity for Success
Failure is not a taboo word. Although no one likes to fail, failure helps us grow. In fact, it’s when we fail that we grow the most. Failure lets us see things differently and learn new ways to solve a problem. You can choose to tackle an obstacle the same way or differently. Even if […]