I'm a junior starting to research scholarships and would love some recommendations on the best websites to search for them. There are so many sites out there, and I'm not sure where to start. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Sure, I understand how finding scholarships can feel a bit overwhelming given the vast information available out there. Here are a few websites you might consider beginning your scholarship search with:
1. Fastweb: One of the oldest scholarship search engines out there, it has an extensive database with over 1.5 million scholarships. After creating a profile, you'll get personalize scholarship matches based on various factors like your academic interests, extracurricular activities, desired major, and more.
2. Scholarships.com: Another website that offers a significant number of scholarships and grants. It also allows you to search by category, such as awards for students interested in a particular major, students from a specific state, and athletes, to name a few.
3. Chegg Scholarships: This site not only helps you find scholarships, but it also provides study resources and textbook rentals.
4. Cappex (now known as Appily): It provides an easy-to-use search and a database of scholarships that are updated regularly.
5. College Board Scholarship Search: If you're registered for the SAT, you'll have quick access to this search engine. It covers 2,200+ programs and is reliable due to being managed by the College Board.
Remember that applying for scholarships is a numbers game, and the more you apply to, the higher your chances of winning some. Just be careful of scholarship scams that request upfront payment or include guaranteed wins. Good luck out there!
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