Applying for Scholarships After Applying to College

I've sent in my college applications but realized I haven't applied for many scholarships yet. Is it too late to start now? Are there scholarships I should be looking at post-college application?

It's never too late to start searching for and applying to scholarships! Many scholarships have deadlines throughout the academic year, and there are even some that are open year-round. Besides, scholarships are not exclusively tied to your college application process; they’re separate financial aids that can be applied at various stages of your education pathway.

What you should focus on now are scholarships with later deadlines or rolling deadlines. Many such opportunities are open to high school seniors, current college students, and sometimes even graduate students, depending on the scholarship.

Another thing to consider is looking into scholarships that are specific to the colleges you've applied to. Some schools have their own merit-based scholarships, some of which require a separate application, but others are granted automatically based on your college application.

You can also look into local scholarships offered by community foundations, local businesses, and civic organizations. These often have fewer applicants than national scholarships, which can increase your odds of winning.

Applying for scholarships is not a one-time thing. Consider it an ongoing practice throughout your college career, as scholarships are one of the best ways to help reduce the cost of your education. The key is to continuously seek them, so scout extensively, apply strategically, and maintain perseverance.