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Can College Scholarships Count as Income?

I'm in the process of applying for scholarships to help fund my college education, but I've heard that some scholarships might count as income. Does this mean I'd have to report them when filing taxes …

a year ago

What happens if my scholarship exceeds my tuition costs?

I'm a junior in high school currently scouting for scholarships and I came across something that got me curious. What actually happens if a scholarship amount exceeds the tuition costs? I've heard tha …

a year ago

How to Find Different Scholarships to Apply For?

As someone gearing up for college applications, I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed trying to figure out which scholarships I should apply for. There seem to be so many types out there—merit-based, need-bas …

a year ago

What Are the Differences Between Various Cum Laude Honors?

I'm curious about the different levels of cum laude honors that colleges award when you graduate. I know there's cum laude, magna cum laude, and summa cum laude, but I don't understand what distinguis …

a year ago

Tips for Creating Your Own Scholarship?

I've been thinking about the possibility of creating a scholarship in my community as part of a long-term project. It seems like a meaningful way to give back and support other students who might not …

a year ago

How many classes should I take each semester?

I'm trying to plan my senior year schedule, and I'm wondering how many classes are ideal to take in a semester. I've heard some people say more classes can boost your GPA, but others warn against spre …

a year ago

Exploring colleges in the Dallas Ft. Worth area

I'm looking into colleges located in the Dallas Ft. Worth area and would love some recommendations. Are there particular colleges in this region that stand out for specific programs or student experie …

a year ago

What paperwork is needed for completing the FAFSA?

I'm planning to fill out the FAFSA soon and want to make sure I have all the paperwork ready. I've heard that missing documents can delay the process, so I want to avoid any hiccups.

Can someone clarif …

a year ago

Best scholarships for high school seniors?

As a high school senior, I'm trying to gather as much information as possible on scholarships I can apply for this year. What are some of the best scholarships available for seniors? I'm interested in …

a year ago

How can I increase my chances of getting a softball scholarship?

I'm a high school junior and I'm hoping to play softball in college on a scholarship. Does anyone have any tips on what I should focus on to improve my chances? I'm especially curious about how I shou …

a year ago

What's the difference between scholarships and grants?

As I explore options for paying for college, I'm starting to see a lot about scholarships and grants. It's a bit confusing, though. Can someone explain how the two differ? Do you apply for them in dif …

a year ago

What does Division 1 mean in college sports?

I've been hearing a lot about Division 1 sports programs as I start looking into colleges, but I'm not entirely sure what it entails. How is Division 1 different from other divisions, like Division 2 …

a year ago

How can Muslim females find scholarships for college?

I'm a Muslim female high school junior, and I've been trying to research scholarships that cater specifically to Muslim females. With college costs seeming daunting, any financial help would be a huge …

a year ago

How do I meet the federal student loan criteria?

I'm a high school junior trying to figure out how I can qualify for federal student loans for college. I've heard there are specific criteria you need to meet. Can someone explain what these criteria …

a year ago

What are the best scholarship opportunities for Muslim students?

I'm a high school junior starting to look into scholarships, and I'm particularly interested in those that might be geared towards Muslim students. I know there are some organizations that focus on su …

a year ago

What are some top colleges in Indiana?

I'm researching colleges and universities in Indiana as potential places to apply. I'm aware of a few, like Indiana University and Purdue, but I'd like to know if there are other institutions in the s …

a year ago

Which Universities Have Good Education Programs?

I've been trying to narrow down my list of colleges, and I want to focus on schools with good education programs. I plan to major in education and am particularly interested in schools that provide st …

a year ago

How to find sports scholarships for college?

I'm a high school athlete hoping to continue playing sports in college, and I'm very interested in finding sports scholarships to help with tuition. What are the best ways to search for these opportun …

a year ago

Finding Giving Back to the Community Scholarships

I'm really passionate about community service and philanthropy, and I've heard there might be scholarships focused on students who give back to their communities. Does anyone have recommendations on w …

a year ago

Colleges Offering Men's Bowling Scholarships?

As someone who has been involved in bowling throughout high school, I'm interested in continuing this in college, potentially with a scholarship. Does anyone know which colleges offer men's bowling sc …

a year ago
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