I'm diving into the scholarship search and want to make sure I'm using the most popular and helpful scholarship sites. What are the go-to sites most students rely on for finding scholarships these days?
The scholarship landscape can indeed be overwhelming, so having a few trusted resources can help. Here are a few that are frequently used by students:
1. Fastweb: This is an extensive scholarship database with millions of scholarship opportunities. Once you create a profile, it matches you with scholarships that fit your academic interests, background, and future plans.
2. Scholarships.com: This one offers a search engine that filters scholarships based on your profile. It also provides college search and financial aid information.
3. Chegg Scholarships: Known for textbook rentals and homework help, Chegg also has a section for scholarships. It offers a very user-friendly experience and categorizes scholarships by types like merit-based, major-specific, etc.
4. Appily: Formerly known as Cappex, this site offers tools not only for scholarship search, but also to assist you in the college application process. It features an easy-to-use scholarship search tool that allows you to enter specific details about yourself and find scholarships that fit your needs.
5. College board: You might know it for its role in SAT and AP exams, but the College Board also runs a dependable scholarship search engine that allows students to filter by scholarship type.
While these sites can be helpful in your search, remember to also check in with your high school counselor regularly as they may have information about local scholarships or school-specific opportunities that aren't as readily available online. Good luck with your scholarship search!
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