Written by Bea Louis… A scholarship supports your education, and most schools will look at certain things to see if you qualify. Often, schools will look at transcripts, standardized test scores, and a student’s grade point average (GPA), and it’s a standard way of measuring academic achievement in the United States. While many universities base […]
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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 […]
How Do I Apply for a 2020 Scholarship?
Written by Melissa L. … So, you’ve made it through the year. You’ve applied for tons of scholarships or maybe just a few. Either way, you are gearing up for success with your scholarship pursuits as you enter the new year. Here are a few strategies on how to apply for scholarships in 2020. Start […]
Can You Get A Scholarship with a 3.0 GPA?
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 […]
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 […]