Scholarships for College in Virginia?

I'm planning on applying to colleges in Virginia and I'm wondering about scholarship opportunities available there. Are there any specific ones I should be aware of? Any tips for finding the best scholarship options in Virginia would be super helpful!

Certainly! Many colleges in Virginia offer numerous in-house scholarships based on merit, need, or specific fields of study which you can research on their respective websites.

For in-state students, the Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant (VTAG) gives non-need-based aid to students attending private colleges or universities within Virginia.

There's also the "Two-Year College Transfer Grant Program," which provides grants per year to students who have completed an associate degree at a Virginia two-year public college and plan to transfer to a four-year Virginia institution.

If you have a solid GPA and substantial community service, consider the "Granville P. Meade Scholarship" which provides financial assistance to students who have achieved academically but who are financially unable to attend college.

Don't forget about the "Lee-Jackson Foundation Scholarship Program," a Virginia scholarship that offers grants to high school juniors or seniors writing essays about General Robert E. Lee and/or General Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson.

Lastly, your local community may offer scholarships based on a variety of factors. It might be worth checking with your high school's guidance office to see if they have a list of these local scholarships.

Remember, when applying for scholarships it's crucial to keep track of deadlines and requirements and to tailor your application materials to each scholarship's criteria. Good luck with your scholarship search!