Hey everyone, I'm starting to look for scholarships, and it seems like every one I find has thousands of applicants. Any tips on finding less well-known, 'low competition' scholarships? Really appreciate any guidance!
Sure! There are definitely some strategies for finding lower competition scholarships.
1. Local Scholarships: Look around your community. Oftentimes, local businesses and organizations offer scholarships to local students. These will have less competition because they are only open to applicants from a specific geographical area.
2. Small Amounts: Don’t overlook scholarships with smaller amounts like $500 or $1000. While it may seem small compared to your tuition, every bit can add up and decrease your overall costs. Besides, many students ignore options that offer lower awards, which generally results in less competition.
3. Major or Career Specific Scholarships: Some scholarships are aimed towards students pursuing certain majors or career paths. Investigate if there are certain opportunities tied specifically to your intended area of study.
4. Hobbies & Interests: There are actually scholarships out there that are tailored to very specific hobbies, interests, and traits. If you have a unique or specific skill or interest, try searching for scholarships related to it.
5. Membership Organizations: If you or your parents belong to certain organizations, clubs, or unions, check to see if they offer scholarships to members or their children.
Start your search early and remember that applying for scholarships is a number game. The more you apply for, the better chances you have of winning some awards - you're already on a good path, by looking beyond just the most prestigious ones. Good luck!
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