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With college right around the corner, I'm stressed about finding ways to keep costs down. I know scholarships are a big piece of this puzzle, but I'm not sure how to effectively apply for them in 2025 …

I'm starting to look into funding options for college, and I'm specifically interested in scholarships for African American females. It seems like there are a ton of options out there, which is both e …

I'm a junior in high school considering different paths post-graduation. I've heard about ROTC programs and it seems like an interesting option. Could anyone provide some insight into what joining an …

I've been really interested in attending the Fashion Institute of Technology after high school because I'm passionate about fashion and design. However, while I've looked into their programs, I'm curi …

I'm preparing to fill out the FAFSA for the first time and want to ensure I have all the required documents ready. I've heard this can be a bit overwhelming, so I'm trying to get ahead of the game to …

I'm gearing up to fill out the FAFSA soon and want to make sure I have all my bases covered. As I understand it, the FAFSA is crucial for securing financial aid, so I don't want to leave anything out …

I'm a high school junior really interested in pursuing a career in writing or a related field, and I'm starting to look into scholarships to help with college costs. I've heard there are a lot of writ …

I'm planning to pursue a STEM major in college and I've heard there are scholarships specifically for women in STEM fields. As a junior in high school, I want to get a head start on finding these oppo …

I've heard there are some pretty weird scholarships out there that people often overlook. As a high school junior planning for college, I'm interested in finding these unique opportunities that might …

I'm a junior in high school and I'm starting to think about college expenses. I know scholarships can really help, but I'm not sure when is the best time to start looking for them. Is earlier always b …

I'm currently a junior in high school and I've been thinking about when I should start visiting colleges. I've read that it's a good idea to visit during your junior year, but I’m not sure how to fit …

I've been hearing about technical degrees and I'm curious about what exactly they are. How do technical degrees differ from a regular four-year college degree? I'm trying to decide what path might be …

I'm considering enrolling in ROTC after finishing high school to help pay for college. I'm aware that the ROTC scholarship covers some parts of the college tuition, but I'm not entirely clear on the d …

I'm really into cheerleading and have been doing it throughout high school. I'm curious about which colleges might offer scholarships for cheer. I'm looking at both in-state and out-of-state options, …

Hey everyone, I'm currently living in Oklahoma, and I'm starting my scholarship search to help with college expenses. I've heard there are some pretty 'weird' or unique scholarships out there, especia …

I'm a high school junior trying to plan ahead for college, and I'm starting to look into scholarships. There seem to be so many resources online, and I'm kind of overwhelmed. Can anyone recommend some …

I've been hearing that there are a lot of scholarships that fly under the radar, and I'm curious about how to find these 'unpopular' scholarships. These could be less competitive due to a lack of awar …

Hey! I'm starting to center my college search around Texas and heard some schools might waive application fees. Does anyone know of universities in Texas that have no application fee, or maybe offer w …

I'm super passionate about art and exploring colleges where I could develop my skills further. But, I know that art programs can get expensive, and I'm really hoping to find scholarships to help make …

Hi everyone! I'm starting to think seriously about my college options and want to make the most out of campus visits. Does anyone have tips or advice on what to look for or ask about when touring coll …