With the new year approaching, are there any new scholarships launching in 2025 that I should look out for? I'm trying to keep on top of the latest opportunities to help with college costs.
While I don't have any specific new scholarship listings to share just for 2025, I have some advice and observations on how you can discover potential scholarship opportunities.
Recent years have seen a rise in scholarships focused on supporting students interested in social justice issues or those wanting to pursue degrees in areas of innovation and sustainability. Therefore, it might be worthwhile to seek scholarships in these areas if they align with your interests or educational pursuits.
The financial landscape is always evolving, and each year new scholarships are developed by a variety of organizations and entities. Nonprofits, corporations, and private donors often create new scholarships in response to current societal needs, events and trends. As a student, the most important thing you can do is stay informed and proactive in your search.
Start local. Your high school guidance office, local community organizations, and local businesses often offer scholarships for local students. These scholarships can be less competitive as they're only open to students in your area.
Other than that, be active in your scholarship search online. Use scholarship databases that are constantly updated with new opportunities such as Appily or even CollegeBoard.
In general, remember these tips when applying: aim to apply for scholarships where you meet all the eligibility criteria, stick to the deadlines, follow the application instructions exactly, and make sure your essays are tailored to each scholarship to show your passion and your fit with the goals of the scholarship.
Good luck with your scholarship search!
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