Finding Scholarships for College Housing

I'm trying to figure out how to pay for college and just realized housing can be super expensive. Does anyone know of scholarships specifically for college housing expenses? Any advice or tips would be helpful.

Finding scholarships specifically for housing can be a bit more challenging because most scholarships do not dictate exactly what the awarded funds must be used for. However, many scholarships can be applied towards your total cost of attendance, which includes tuition, textbooks, and also housing.

Similar to how you would look for scholarships in general, put the time and effort to research local community organizations, businesses, and charitable foundations for scholarships. Often, local civic groups such as Rotary clubs, community foundations, and other non-profit organizations will offer scholarships to eligible students in their communities.

You can also look at reimbursement plans offered by some companies like Starbucks, Amazon, UPS, and others. These programs often cover part of tuition costs for employees, which can free up more of your budget for housing costs.

On campus jobs, like Resident Assistant positions, often provide free or discounted housing as a benefit. These positions can be quite competitive, so it's best to apply early and prepare well.

Lastly, use online scholarship search platforms such as Fastweb, Scholarships.com, and Appily. While they may not have categories specifically for housing, you can find numerous general scholarships that can be applied toward your overall cost of attendance.

Remember, every little bit helps. Even smaller scholarships can add up and help offset some of your costs, including housing! Good luck in your search.