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I'm working on a scholarship application and I'm stuck on the closing essay. How can I make it impactful and memorable? Any tips on what to include or how to structure it?

I'm considering applying to the City College of New York and wanted to know about their merit scholarships for academic achievers. What are the eligibility criteria, and how competitive is it to recei …

I've been in the school choir since freshman year and was wondering if there are scholarships available specifically for choir or vocal students. What do scholarship committees usually look for?

Balancing college and being a parent is definitely tough, and I'm searching for scholarships that might help with child care costs. Has anyone found any good scholarships or resources for young parent …

I'm a competitive chess player hoping to use my ranking to earn a college scholarship. Does anyone know how colleges view chess rankings and how much they weigh in scholarship decisions?

I'm super passionate about chemistry and planning to major in it for college. What scholarships are available for chemistry students, and what should I focus on in my application to stand out?

I'm gathering materials for a scholarship application and was wondering how important a character reference is. Any tips on who to ask or how to phrase the request to get a strong letter?

Has anyone applied for the Cancer for College scholarships before? I'm super interested in the Carolinas scholarship and wondering what the application process is like. Any tips on crafting a strong a …

Do scholarships typically apply to online colleges, or are there restrictions? I’m considering an online degree program and want to know my options for using scholarship money.

Just curious if there's any flexibility in using scholarship funds. Do these funds have to go directly toward tuition, or can they be used for other college-related expenses like books or living costs …

Does anyone know if the HOPE Scholarship can be applied to private colleges? I’m considering a few private schools and would like to understand if I can use this scholarship there.

I attended Girls State this past summer and have heard it might help with college scholarships. Does anyone know of specific scholarships or ways to leverage this experience in college applications?

I've heard of people getting huge amounts in scholarships, but is it realistic to aim for $250,000? Does anyone have tips or success stories about winning large scholarship amounts for college?

I'm starting college this fall and wondering if I can still apply for any scholarships after I begin classes. Are there scholarships available for current college students, or is it mostly for incomin …

Does anyone have information on whether the McKay Scholarship can be applied to college tuition? I'm a bit confused and want to make sure I understand what this scholarship can cover.

Beyond tuition and fees, can scholarships be used for other college-related expenses like books, supplies, or transportation? I'm exploring how to fully utilize scholarship funds if I'm awarded any.

I've played racquetball competitively throughout high school. Are there scholarships out there for racquetball players? Any recommendations on where to look or how to showcase my skills in application …

I'm currently a freshman in college and am wondering if I can still apply for scholarships. What is the process for finding and applying for these scholarships while already enrolled in college?

What are some good grants and scholarships offered by California for college students? I'm trying to compile a list to see what I might be eligible for as I plan my applications.

I'm not sure about the scholarship application process for students. Can parents help fill out scholarship applications, or is it solely up to the student? Trying to support my kid as best as I can.