I'm planning to apply to several private scholarships to help fund my college education. Does anyone have tips on resources or databases where I can find legitimate options?
Absolutely! There are several databases where you can find reliable private scholarships:
1. Appily (formerly Cappex): This platform not only provides university rankings and reviews but it also has a section dedicated to scholarship opportunities.
2. Chegg: Known for its textbooks and study resources, Chegg also has a significant scholarship database where you can filter by your desired criteria.
3. Peterson's: Peterson's hosts a scholarship database with more than $10 billion in private aid.
4. Fastweb: This tool matches students with potential scholarships based on their unique profiles.
Remember to start your scholarship search early and meet all application requirements and deadlines. Also bear in mind, legitimate scholarships won't require any payment or purchase.
When you find scholarships that seem like a good match, do a bit of research into the organization offering the scholarship. Look for reviews or testimonials from past winners. This can also give you some insight into the organization's values and could potentially help you customize your application or essay.
One final note: don't neglect local scholarships! Sometimes smaller, local scholarships have fewer applicants, which can sometimes make them easier to win. You can find these opportunities at local businesses, non-profits, or through your high school's guidance office.
Best of luck on your scholarship search! Remember, every bit of scholarship money you secure now is less that you'll have to pay back later.
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