Searching for scholarships for a 4-year college student?

I'm pursuing a 4-year college degree and would love to hear about scholarships that aren't tied to freshman status. Are there general scholarships or ones for specific years that I should be aware of?

Sure, there are indeed scholarships throughout your 4-year college journey that aren't just limited to freshman year. Here are some examples:

1. The Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society awards scholarships to members of their organization. This includes freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors at the undergraduate level.

2. The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation offers a scholarship to sophomores and juniors pursuing research careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.

3. The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation offers an Undergraduate Scholarship to sophomores and juniors with a demonstrated commitment to careers related to environmental public policy or Native American tribal public policy or healthcare.

4. The Gilman Scholarship Program is open to U.S. undergraduates who are receiving Federal Pell Grant funding at a two-year or four-year college or university to participate in study and internship programs abroad.

5. The Truman Scholarship Foundation awards juniors interested in public service.

6. The Boren Awards is another program for undergraduates studying abroad in regions critical to U.S. interests and learning less commonly taught languages.

Remember, always think about your major, career goals, and unique traits when looking for scholarships. Ask your financial aid office, your major department, and your academic advisor for opportunities they might know about. Local community organizations, foundations, and your or your parents' employer might also offer scholarships.

Keep in mind: deadlines and eligibility requirements can vary widely, so it's a good idea to start your search early, stay organized and keep track of deadlines. Good luck!