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I'm curious about how merit scholarships work. Are they restricted to certain schools, or can I apply them to any college I get into? Just trying to understand how flexible these scholarships are when …

I'm looking into need-based scholarships offered by Maryland. Are they limited to public colleges, or can they be utilized at private institutions as well? Any specifics about the eligibility and appl …

I've written an essay that seems to fit several scholarship prompts. Is it a smart move to recycle this essay for multiple applications, or should I write unique essays for each one to boost my chance …

I've secured a scholarship that has some flexibility. I'm considering attending College of Charleston and living off-campus. Is it typical to use scholarship funds for rent and other living expenses, …

I've written a college essay I'm really proud of. Is it a good idea to repurpose it for scholarship applications, or should I tailor separate essays for each? Not sure what's standard or expected!

I'm really focusing on getting a full ride to college. Do full scholarships mainly depend on academics, or are there other factors like leadership or community service? Would love to hear your experie …

Does anyone know if the HOPE Scholarship can be used for community colleges? I'm in Georgia and considering attending a community college first to save some money. Any advice on eligibility or the app …

I'm aiming for a soccer scholarship and heard tryouts can be critical. How do tryouts impact scholarship offers, and should I be reaching out to coaches before trying out? Any tips for standing out du …

I'm currently a junior in high school and I'm super curious about college scholarships. Is it realistic to apply for enough scholarships to cover all my college costs? How competitive is this process?

I'm looking into the financial side of college and was wondering if scholarships can also be used for room and board, not just tuition. Has anyone had experience with this?

I'm a high school junior trying to plan ahead for college. Are there scholarships I can apply for now? Any tips on where to start or specific ones for juniors? Thanks!

I'm Cambodian and will be applying to colleges soon. Are there specific scholarships or financial aid opportunities for Cambodian students that could help me? Any guidance would be appreciated!

I'm starting to look into financial aid options for when I attend college, and I'm particularly interested in scholarships available in California. Does anyone have tips or resources on where to find …

Are there still scholarships available in California for biracial students, even though I saw some info about them from 2019? I want to make sure I'm not missing out on any opportunities.

I'm a Latina female in high school prepping for college applications, and I'm on the hunt for scholarships available in California. Anyone know where I can start looking or any specific ones I should …

I'm a foster student getting ready to apply to college, and I'm looking for scholarships specifically available in California. Any suggestions on where to start or specific scholarships I should look …

I'm thinking about applying to the California College of the Arts and I'm an international student. Does anyone know what scholarship options might be available to me? Any tips on applying would also …

I'm a high school junior in California and I’ve heard about the California Cash for College Scholarship. Does anyone know what the application process is like or when I should start preparing my appli …

I'm looking into attending an HBCU to study business and really need financial help. Are there scholarships tailored for HBCU students pursuing business degrees that I should be aware of?

Hey guys! I'm currently a college sophomore studying business, and I'm looking for scholarships to help with my tuition. Any recommendations for specific scholarships available to business majors who …