I live in Pennsylvania and will be applying to college soon. I'm trying to find scholarships that I might be eligible for. Does anyone know of a good list or where I might start searching?
Sure, it's great you're seeking out opportunities for avoiding student debt. One excellent resource is your school's guidance office. They often have a catalog of local scholarships available for students in your area.
Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is another resource. They provide need-based grants for eligible Pennsylvania residents. Check out their Pennsylvania State Grant Program.
Another place to look is your intended college's financial aid office. Many colleges offer scholarships, some based on merit and others on need. If you're intending to stay in-state, Pennsylvania State University, for example, offers several scholarships for incoming Pennsylvania residents.
Finally, try a scholarship search platform like Appily, Fastweb, and Scholarships.com. These platforms allow you to filter your search based on your specific criteria to find scholarships you're eligible for.
Remember that when you are looking for scholarships, you should not limit yourself only to those that are specifically for Pennsylvania students. There are many scholarships out there that are available to all U.S. students, regardless of their state of residence, so make sure to cast a wide net.
Best of luck with your scholarship search!
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