Hey guys, I'm a senior and I'm looking for scholarships to help with college expenses. Are there any good scholarships I should apply for? Thanks!
Sure, there are plenty of scholarship opportunities available for high school seniors. I'll list a few general scholarships to get you started, but keep in mind that you should also seek out scholarships that are specific to your intended major, background, location, or other circumstances, as they might have less competition. Here are some general ones to check out:
1. Coca-Cola Scholars Program: This scholarship offers 150 awards of $20,000 each to outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate exceptional leadership, service, and academic achievements.
2. The Dell Scholars Program: This program awards 500 scholarships of $20,000 each over four years to seniors who have overcome significant personal challenges and plan to enroll in a bachelor's degree program. Applicants should have a minimum GPA of 2.4 and demonstrate financial need.
3. The Gates Scholarship: This is a highly competitive, full-ride scholarship for outstanding, Pell-eligible, minority high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college or university.
4. The Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS): This one is for seniors who have conducted original research projects in STEM fields. There are 40 finalists, with award amounts ranging from $25,000 to $250,000.
5. The National Merit Scholarship Program: To participate, you must have taken the PSAT/NMSQT during your junior year. There are around 7,500 scholarships of $2,500 awarded each year, with additional corporate-sponsored and college-sponsored scholarships available.
These are just a few examples, and there are many more scholarships out there, so be sure to start your research early! You can search for scholarships on websites like Fastweb, Cappex, and CollegeVine's Scholarships & Grants page. Don't forget to also check for scholarships directly offered by the colleges you intend to apply to, as well as local organizations in your community.
Best of luck with your scholarship search, and I hope you find opportunities that suit you!
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