Paying for College

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2 days ago
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Is it okay if my scholarship essay doesn't end up reflecting me later in life?

I'm writing an essay about my life dreams. Currently, I would love to join the cancer research movement, but I'm also afraid that this may change in the future. I'm writing my scholarship essay about …

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2 days ago
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Help

Greetings,

A freshman in high school expresses their current state of mind, feeling somewhat lost and uncertain about how to proceed. Specifically, the student admits to not having participated in any …

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3 days ago
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International student looking for financial aid

Hi I'm a student (senior) currently living in Japan. (I have US citizenship)

Uni in the states is approximately quadruple the price of uni in Japan = I MOST DEFFINITELY need financial aid.

Are there an …

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5 days ago
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I am currently a sophomore in high school and would love to play women's lacrosse is college. I got moved up to jv as an 8th grader and am currently play my 3rd year as a starter as well as a 2 year c …

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8 days ago
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do you know about any music scholarships

I'm currently in 9th grade in North Carolina, there are a ton of great, cheap schools around here, but a scholarship would still be nice! please comment if you know anything about music scholarships, …

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9 days ago
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Out of state college

I am planning on going to college out of state.

I need some scholarship recommendations for out of state residents.

Thank you

Class of 2025

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10 days ago
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Scholorship Search

Hello! I would like some help looking for some scholarships that maybe I would have a possibility of receiving. Here are some of my credentials listed below.

- Class of 2025

- Dual Credit Student

- Af …

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11 days ago
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Applying to stay off campus as an intl student

Hey guys! just wanted to ask other international students. how easy Is it to get permission from your university to stay off campus?

For context, my brother who is on a J-1 visa lives nearby within 50 …

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14 days ago
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Scholarships in Florida

I'm looking for scholarships in Florida since my parents don't have enough money to put me through college. I'm a first-gen student and I'm in 11th grade. I'm really interested in Neuroscience and I a …

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14 days ago
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Scholarships in Florida

I'm looking for scholarships in Florida since my parents don't have enough money to put me through college. I'm a first-gen student and I'm in 11th grade. I'm really interested in Neuroscience and I a …

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16 days ago
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Scholarships (or other ways of paying for college) for someone who doesn't stand out socially?

Hey everyone!

My mom is very serious about scholarships and puts on a lot of pressure to apply for some. I've applied for the non-essay ones (I know they're impossible to win, I just wanted to lighten …

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20 days ago
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What are some scholarships I should apply for?

I live in Oklahoma and my parents don’t make a lot of money. I will not be able to attend college without taking out a loan unless I can find some great scholarships! please help!

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21 days ago
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The University Of New Orleans

Hi, so I was recently admitted into UNO and I'm having a really hard time deciding wether or not to futher my educational career there. I would be getting in-state tuition. Ive been working really har …

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26 days ago
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Scholarship for Autistic Students of Color

I am currently looking for any scholarships for those with autism but is having a hard time looking for ones in my state. Are there ones that allow students from all over the US to apply and not just …

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28 days ago
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Scholarship for International Students

Hi,

I was just admitted to the Brown Class of 2028. I am an international student with Hong Kong and Australian Citizenships. I attended high school in Australia. I'm wondering if there are any schola …

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a month ago
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Cost

I want to go to college in the UK but I'm worried about the cost. Does anyone know of a cost effective way to study if your on a visa or is there a better way to do it?

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a month ago
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University of Washington OOS Tuition Help

Hey! I'm a junior in Florida whose almost ideal school is UW (Seattle campus). The only roadblock for me is the tuition price. I'm in a range where my family earns enough to not qualify for most finan …

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a month ago
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Searching for Scholarships and Grants

I'm currently a Junior in high school and I wanted some advice on how to go about the scholarship process. I don't have much help from my parents in this area and we are low-income. I'm honestly looki …

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a month ago
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Hi! I am looking for scholarships and aid, but I'm having a really hard time.

I am a sophomore in high school but I am part of a dual credit program and will graduate with an associate's degree and transferable credits. I am unable to file for financial aid because my mother st …

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a month ago
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Scholarships for international students

Hey!!! I am a junior in high school and I am looking for scholarships that are open for international students ( I am from Greece ). My county does not offer scholarships for undergraduate studies. If …

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