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Can anyone recommend free scholarship websites?

Hey guys, I'm on the hunt for scholarships right now, and I was wondering if anyone could point me towards some good, reliable websites where I can find them for free. There are so many sites out there, and I'm not sure which ones are the most useful or trustworthy. Any suggestions would really help me out as I try to navigate this process and hopefully fund my college education.

a year ago

There are multiple platforms where you can search for scholarships at no cost. One option to try is Fastweb, which maintains an extensive database of scholarships. You can create a profile with your personal, academic, and extracurricular information, and Fastweb will provide you with a list of scholarships that align with your details.

Scholarships.com is another reputable source. It works similarly to Fastweb where you complete a profile and get personalized matches. With more than 3.7 million scholarships in its database, the opportunities are extensive.

CollegeBoard's Scholarship Search tool could be useful too. This tool includes scholarships, financial aid, and internships from more than 2,200 programs, totaling nearly $6 billion in financial aid.

Always remember a golden rule: you should never have to pay to find or apply for scholarships. If a website or company is charging a fee, that's a huge red flag, and it's best to avoid those options.

And don't forget to check out individual college websites for the schools you're planning to apply or have been accepted to. They often provide information about institution-specific scholarships which, while more competitive, can be quite generous.

Lastly, Appily is another tool for you. Though it's no longer exclusively a scholarship search engine, it also includes scholarships among its database of opportunities.

I hope this helps in your search for scholarships! Best of luck on your journey to college.

a year ago

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