Hey folks, I'm searching for scholarships available to students from Bradley County, TN. Does anyone know of local scholarships or resources that I can look into? Any help would be greatly appreciated as I start planning for college.
Hello there! It's wonderful that you're being proactive in your search for scholarships. Local scholarships often have fewer applicants which potentially increases your chances of receiving them.
As you're likely aware, applying for scholarships can be a process of trial and error, but generally, it's helpful to start in your own backyard. Local businesses, community organizations, and even your high school may have scholarships specifically for students from your area. For instance, non-profit foundations like the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee offer several scholarships to eligible students in the Middle Tennessee counties, of which Bradley County is one.
In addition, you can consider state scholarships such as the Tennessee Promise Scholarship and the HOPE Scholarship. The Tennessee Promise offers two years tuition-free community or technical college, while the HOPE Scholarship provides financial assistance to students attending a public or an eligible non-public postsecondary institution within Tennessee.
Furthermore, an excellent resource is your high school guidance counselor or a college financial aid office, both of whom should have information about local and state scholarships.
Finally, you might want to check out the scholarship databases provided by Appily (formerly known as Cappex). Appily has made it simple for students to search for local scholarships by inputting their location and other pertinent details.
Keep in mind to also keep your eyes out for nationwide scholarships that you may also qualify for. Don't hesitate to cast your net wide! Good luck in your search.
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