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What's the deadline for the McDonald's HACER National Scholarship?

I'm planning to apply for the McDonald's HACER National Scholarship as I believe it would be a great opportunity. However, I'm having trouble finding the exact deadline for the application. I want to …

a year ago

Ideas for Future Careers: What's On Your Radar?

The future feels really open right now as I start thinking about potential career paths after high school and college. I'm not quite sure what direction I want to go in yet, so I'm hoping to gather so …

a year ago

Has anyone used Going Merry for scholarships and is it legit?

I've come across a site called Going Merry while searching for scholarships, but I'm a bit hesitant about trying new platforms. Has anyone here used Going Merry for finding and applying to scholarship …

a year ago

How to Find the Best High School Personal Statement Examples?

I'm working on my personal statement for my college applications, and I want to make sure it's top-notch! I've heard that looking at examples can be really helpful in understanding how to structure an …

a year ago

Is it realistic to aim for a scholarship if I don't have a perfect GPA?

I'm feeling a bit discouraged because I keep hearing that you need a near-perfect GPA to win scholarships. Is it true that getting a scholarship isn't achievable if you're not top of your class? I'm m …

a year ago

Which majors score top starting salaries right out of college?

Hey everyone, I'm starting to think about what major I want to pursue in college and I'm pretty curious about which majors tend to lead to the highest starting salaries. I'm not exactly sure what I wa …

a year ago

Understanding dual enrollment classes

I've been considering taking dual enrollment classes to earn some college credits before graduating high school, but I'm a bit confused about how it all works. How do dual enrollment classes function …

a year ago

What CSS Profile should I fill out for college applications?

I'm diving into the financial aid process this year, and I've heard a bit about the CSS Profile. I'm trying to figure out which version I need to complete. Is there a specific one for students applyin …

a year ago

Can I Edit My FAFSA Information After It's Submitted?

I submitted my FAFSA a few weeks ago, but I recently realized that some of the personal information was entered incorrectly. I'm a little panicked about whether this will impact my financial aid oppor …

a year ago

Deciding on the Right College for Me

I'm starting to think seriously about college, and it feels a bit overwhelming. There are so many factors to consider, like location, size, programs, and even the social scene. I'm not sure how to wei …

a year ago

What are some careers that are currently in high demand?

As I'm researching potential career paths for after high school, I'm very curious about which industries and careers are in high demand right now. I want to make sure I'm looking into fields that not …

a year ago

Creative Scholarship Essay Ideas to Stand Out?

I'm brainstorming for a scholarship essay and want to make sure that my submission is memorable and unique. What are some creative angles or unique story ideas that have worked for others in the past? …

a year ago

When do students normally take the SAT?

I'm trying to plan out the rest of my junior year and was wondering when most students usually take the SAT. I know some of my classmates have started to prepare for it, but I'm not sure if I'm too la …

a year ago

Information on the James W. McLamore Whopper Scholarship

I've heard about the James W. McLamore Whopper Scholarship, and I'm considering applying since it's supposed to help with college expenses. Does anyone have insights on what the application entails?

Wh …

a year ago

Where to find reliable scholarship sites?

I'm on the hunt for scholarships to ease the upcoming college expenses, but there's so much out there it's hard to know where to start. How can I find reliable scholarship sites that provide real oppo …

a year ago

How do I find a scholarship for summer classes?

I'm a high school junior looking to get ahead by taking some summer classes next year. I've heard that there are scholarships specifically for these kinds of programs, but I'm not sure where to start …

a year ago

What do I need to know about the Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship?

I'm exploring various scholarships to help with college expenses and came across the Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship. Can anyone explain how this scholarship works? I'm particularly curious about eli …

a year ago

Advice on helping parents complete FAFSA

I'm just starting my college application process, and I've heard a lot about the importance of the FAFSA. I know my parents need to complete it since we're applying for financial aid, but they're a bi …

a year ago

How do I apply for scholarships online effectively?

I'm a high school junior trying to get ahead on college scholarship applications, and I've noticed that many of them offer an online application process. Does anyone have tips on how to effectively ap …

a year ago

Steps to Sign Up for College Scholarships

I'm a high school junior and starting my college scholarship search, but I'm not sure what the first steps are to signing up for these opportunities. Do I need to register on specific websites, or is …

a year ago
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