I'm planning to start college in 2024 and was wondering what types of scholarships are available for new students. Does anyone have information or resources for finding these opportunities?
Yes, there are multitude of scholarships available for incoming college students, they are typically grouped into several categories. Here are a few to get you started:
1. Academic Scholarships: These are merit-based scholarships given to students who have achieved high academic standards in high school. Often these require a certain GPA or standardized test scores.
2. Athletic Scholarships: If you've been involved in a sport throughout high school and plan to continue in college, there are many scholarships available via the athletic department of many schools. NCAA Division I or II schools can offer scholarships, but Division III do not.
3. Scholarships for first-generation college students: If you're the first in your family to pursue higher education, there might be specific scholarships available to you.
4. Community Service Scholarships: If you've been deeply involved in community service throughout high school, scholarships might reward your hard work and contribution to the community.
5. Underrepresented Minority Scholarships: Many organizations and colleges offer scholarships aimed at increasing campus diversity.
One great resource to start searching for scholarships is Appily. The website has a scholarship database where you can filter scholarships by factors like GPA, minority status, extracurriculars, and more. It can also show you scholarships that you're likely to win based on your profile.
Additionally, be sure to check with your intended college's financial aid office, as they often have scholarships specific to their school. Remember, the sooner you start your scholarship search, the better, as some deadlines can be earlier than you might think.
Lastly, don't forget about local scholarships! Check with your high school guidance office or local organizations to see if there are scholarships available to students in your area. These can often be less competitive since they're only available to a smaller pool of students.
Good luck with your scholarship search! I'm confident there are great opportunities out there waiting.
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