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As I start to think about college, I'm curious about what studying tips might be particularly useful once I'm there. I'm hoping to get a head start on developing good habits. Are there certain methods …
I'm preparing to apply for college and am a bit worried about how to cover the costs if I don't qualify for much financial aid. I've been looking into scholarships, but wondered if there are other str …
As I begin my scholarship applications, I'm finding it challenging to write a personal statement of financial needs. How detailed should I be when describing my financial situation, and what sort of i …
I'm currently a junior in high school and trying to figure out how my AP scores will influence my college applications. I've taken a few AP classes already, and I have exams coming up for a couple mor …
I'm planning ahead for college expenses and want to apply for scholarships in 2024. I feel like there's so much out there, and I'm not sure where to start. Are there specific scholarships I should be …
I'm a junior this year, and I've started thinking about taking the SAT. I've done some prep work, but I'm wondering if there's a strategic advantage to taking the SAT at certain times during my junior …
I'm currently preparing to fill out the FAFSA, and I'm a little confused about who is actually supposed to fill it out. Should it be me, the student, or my parents? I know it requires a lot of financi …
I'm working on a scholarship essay that requires me to demonstrate my financial need, and I'm kind of stuck. I want to make sure I convey my situation effectively without sounding like I'm complaining …
I'm planning on tackling my FAFSA application soon, and I've heard that there can be a lot of hiccups and issues. What are some of the common problems students face when filling out the FAFSA? I'd lov …
Hey! I'm a high school junior, and my parents want to help me with the college scholarship search. We learned that there are some scholarships that parents can apply for on behalf of their child, and …
I stumbled across the Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship and honestly, it sounds like a blast, but I'm not sure where to start. Does anyone have tips for crafting a killer (no pun intended) essay for somet …
I'm currently a high school junior and the whole scholarship application process feels a bit overwhelming. I've heard there are various resources available to help students with scholarship guidance, …
I'm in a bit of a dilemma and need some guidance! I'm planning to reach out to the financial aid office of a university I'm interested in, but I'm unsure how to go about writing the email.
Does anyone …
Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior starting to look into college financing options. Scholarships are on top of my list, but I'm overwhelmed by where to start.
I've heard that using a scholarship en …
I found out that my financial aid offer from one of my top choice schools wasn't quite what I hoped for, and I've heard you can write an appeal letter. How do I go about writing an effective appeal le …
I've been researching scholarships for college and keep coming across the idea that they're critical for students' success. I understand there's the financial aspect, but are there other reasons schol …
I've been trying to get a better handle on the whole college financial aid process, and I keep seeing this term EFC pop up. I know it stands for Expected Family Contribution, but I'm not exactly sure …
I've heard a bit about the Live Más Scholarship offered by Taco Bell and I'm curious if this is something I should consider applying for. What are the eligibility criteria and what kind of project or …
Hey everyone, I just realized I submitted my FAFSA without the required signatures. I’m kind of panicking. What are the implications of this mistake, and how can I fix it? Do I need to fill out a new …
I'm on the hunt for financial scholarships to support my college education and I feel a bit overwhelmed by the process. Does anyone have recommendations on where to find reliable sources? Have you fou …