I'm a junior in high school starting to think about scholarships, and I live in New Jersey. Are there any amazing local scholarships that stand out for NJ students? Any tips or lesser-known opportunities would be awesome!
There are quite several local scholarships for New Jersey students. One of the most prestigious is the NJ STARS program, which offers full tuition at any NJ county college for students in the top 15% of their class. This program has certain requirements, such as enrolling full-time immediately after graduation and maintaining a certain GPA, so be sure to check their website for specifics.
On a similar note, the NJ STARS II program is a continuation of this for county college graduates transferring to an NJ state college or university.
The Governor's Industry Vocations Scholarship (NJ-GIVS) is another significant one. It's for women and minority students pursuing a certificate or degree at a NJ community college in a construction-related field.
There's also the Janet Logan Daily Foundation Scholarship, which awards students who have demonstrated consistent, outstanding volunteer service in their communities.
Apart from these, many local organizations and foundations in New Jersey have scholarship opportunities. Check with your guidance counselor or scholarship coordinator at your school, they can often steer you towards lesser-known ones that you might have a good shot at. Also, remember to use Appily which is also a helpful resource with a database of scholarships.
Keep in mind that scholarships often require essays, letters of recommendation, and possibly an interview. It may take some work to apply, but every dollar you win is a dollar less you (or your parents) will have to pay for college. Good luck with your search!
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