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I'm starting to apply for scholarships and I'm curious about the most common essay questions I might encounter. Does anyone have examples of what these questions generally ask? Trying to prep some rou …

I'm interested in applying to a Merchant Marine Academy, but I'm unsure about the educational requirements. Do I need specific high school courses or a certain GPA to be considered for admission? Any …

I'm filling out my FAFSA and want to include the Merchant Marine Academy. Does anyone know the specific school code or any peculiarities about listing this service academy on the FAFSA form?

I want to get a head start on applying for scholarships. When do most of them usually open for applications? Would love to know the best time to start preparing everything so I don't miss out.

For scholarships I'm planning to apply to, I'm trying to get a sense of their closing dates. Is there a general period when most scholarships close? Just trying to plan ahead for my apps.

Scholarship deadlines seem to be all over the place. Is there a common timeframe when most of these deadlines occur? I want to make sure I don’t miss out on any potential scholarships.

Looking to compile a list of universities that offer a lot of scholarships. It'd be great to maximize my chances of getting financial aid! Do you know any schools known for having a ton of scholarship …

I'm trying to increase my chances of getting a scholarship through athletics. Does anyone know which sports typically offer the most scholarships? I'm curious if certain sports have better opportuniti …

I'm navigating the college application process while managing my anxiety. Are there specific scholarships available for students dealing with anxiety, or any advice on highlighting this in application …

I'm wondering if there are college scholarships specifically designed for amputees. I've had a limb difference since childhood and am beginning to plan for college expenses. Does anyone have experienc …

I'm researching scholarships for a friend who has albinism and is applying to colleges this year. Are there any specific scholarships that could support her based on her condition? Any advice would be …

I'm an Alabama resident trying to explore what college scholarships might be available specifically for students from our state. Does anyone know any programs or organizations in Alabama that offer fi …

I'm undecided on my major and am curious if some fields of study receive more scholarship opportunities than others. Do STEM or humanities majors usually get more scholarships, or does it depend on th …

I'm considering attending an HBCU and would love to know which ones are the most generous when it comes to scholarships. Are there any that stand out in terms of offering financial aid or merit schola …

As a junior starting to look at colleges, I'm interested in what it's really like to attend the Naval Academy. What's the day-to-day life there, and how does it compare to a traditional college experi …

As a dependent of an Air Force member, I'm wondering what scholarships are out there for kids like me. Does anyone have recommendations or tips on good ones to apply for? Are there specific benefits w …

I'm curious about the Naval Academy's honor code as I consider applying there. How does it shape the student experience, and what are the expectations around integrity and conduct for midshipmen?

Planning to major in agriculture in college and looking for scholarships specifically for that field. Does anyone know of scholarships like those offered by Proteus? And how competitive are they usual …

I'm trying to find some good college scholarships specifically for African-American students. Are there any well-known ones that I should check out or apply to? Any tips on where to start the search?

Does anyone have recommendations on where to find scholarships specifically for African Americans? I want to start applying to help fund my college education and would be grateful for any resources or …