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I'm working on a statement of financial need for a scholarship application and would appreciate some guidance. I'm not sure how to explain my financial situation clearly and convincingly.
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So I need to write a composition about myself for a class, and soon I'll have to write something similar for college apps. I don't really know where to start! It feels weird to write about myself in a …
Hey everyone! I'm currently a junior in high school and starting to think about my college applications. One area where I'm feeling a bit lost is in writing my personal statement. I know it's a big pa …
I'm exploring options for financial aid and am curious about the actual benefits of getting a scholarship for college. Besides the obvious financial help, how else can a scholarship positively impact …
I'm trying to apply for the HACER Scholarship, and I'm a bit worried about keeping up with all the deadlines. Does anyone know when exactly the HACER Scholarship application is due? Also, are there ce …
I'm really curious about what the job market will look like in the next few years, especially in terms of salary. What are some of the highest-paying jobs that experts predict will be in high demand? …
I'm kind of freaking out because I've received my financial aid package, and it's way less than I expected. I’m hoping to get more aid, so I’ve heard I can write a letter of appeal. Has anyone done th …
I'm in the process of applying for some scholarships and would love to get a sense of what a great scholarship essay looks like. I've heard that the key is to showcase your unique story, but I'm not q …
I’m looking into colleges that require the CSS Profile, but I'm pretty confused about how it works in comparison to FAFSA. Has anyone filled it out before? How detailed do I need to be with my financi …
Drexel University is one of my top choices, and I'm interested in their merit scholarships. Does anyone have experience with these? I'm curious about how competitive they are, what qualifications they …
I've heard there are scholarships out there for students who might not have the highest GPAs. I'm definitely interested in finding opportunities that focus more on things like community service or lea …
Hi! I'm working on my college applications and I've heard that writing a letter of financial aid can be a crucial part. I'm a bit confused about how to start and what to include in it. Has anyone had …
I'm a junior in high school, and my parents are starting to look into the FAFSA. They have some questions about what information they'll need to provide. For any parents or students who've already gon …
Hey everyone, I'm starting to navigate through financial aid and I keep hearing about both scholarships and grants. They both sound great since I wouldn't have to pay them back, but I'm not entirely s …
As someone who's still trying to narrow down their college list, I keep hearing about 'Ivy League' schools a lot. I know they're supposed to be prestigious or something, but what exactly makes a schoo …
Can someone explain what an unweighted GPA is? I'm starting to prepare my applications and I see a lot of references to both weighted and unweighted GPAs. I have a vague idea that unweighted GPAs don' …
I'm beginning my research on student loans and financial aid, and I keep coming across the term 'subsidized loan.' I understand it's a type of loan you might get through FAFSA, but I'm still a bit con …
I'm starting to brainstorm topics for my college essay personal statement, and I want to make sure I choose something that really stands out. What are some tips for writing a compelling personal state …
I'm putting together my college list and considering some Ivy League schools. I play varsity sports and was wondering if Ivy League colleges offer scholarships for athletes like some other top schools …
As I plan my post-high school path, I'm considering starting at a community college, mainly for financial reasons. I've always thought that scholarships were mostly for universities, but recently some …