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Applications are open for the Ayn Rand Institute Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest 2024. This contest is open to all high school, college, and graduate students worldwide. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Oct, 2024
The Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation is seeking applications for its Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships to recognize and reward the great steps students are taking to fight hunger in the communities across the United States. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Aspire Leaders Program 2025. The Aspire Leaders Program welcomes low-income, first-generation college students and recent graduates around the world to participate in a free online immersive leadership journey including professional skills training, an exclusive course designed and delivered by Harvard faculty, and interactive seminars led by world-class educators. Apply now!
Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024
Are you concerned about the growing environmental crises? Do you experience anxiety when thinking about climate change and its impact on our planet? The 2025 Trust for Sustainable Living (TSL) International Student Competition offers a unique platform to turn eco-anxiety feelings into positive action and empowerment. With the theme From Eco-Anxiety to Eco Action & Empowerment, this competition invites young individuals worldwide to creatively express their thoughts on this crucial issue.
Date Posted: 08 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the RIG Future Academy Scholarship 2024. Now in its 3rd year, the RIG Future Academy Scholarship continues to support students on their path to academic achievement, helping them level up in education as they do in gaming. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Oct, 2024
Applications are ongoing for the $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship Sweepstakes. The $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship Sweepstakes is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and any US Territory age 17 or older at the time of entry.
Date Posted: 13 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Allstate Foundation 2024-2025 college service grants. Institutions are required to apply for this opportunity by September 27, 2024 for consideration.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Gates Scholarship (TGS) For Low-Income Undergraduate Students. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Canadian Council of Muslim Women Lila Fahlman Scholarship 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 05 Jun, 2024
Girl Up Scholarship Fund 2024 application will be available in Early June 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 05 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Asian Pacific American (APA) Legacy Scholarship 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 2024
In an effort to further support their research and higher education in the medical and science-related fields, Creative Biolabs is proud to announce the 2024 Scholarship Program, which will award $1,000 to an outstanding college or university student. Click here to apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 01 May, 2024
The Republic of Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Science and Education offers the Azerbaijan Government 100 Scholarships, “Heydar Aliyev—International Education Grant Program” for the 2024-2025 academic year. This government-sponsored scholarship is available annually for five years.
Date Posted: 24 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the Generation Google Scholarship 2024 (North America). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2024
Applications are now open for the Generation Google Scholarship 2024 (North America). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2024
Applications are now open for the Google Student Veterans of America Scholarship 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2024
Sankofatech’s Achievers in Technology (AIT) is a rigorous four-year scholarship and mentorship program that aims to produce the next generation of African technology professionals in the United States.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2024
Do you have a documented learning disability (LD) and/or ADHD and plan on enrolling in a postsecondary program? If so, consider applying for the Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship!
Date Posted: 22 Mar, 2024
Are you a college-bound high school senior in the U.S. who experiences hearing loss? If so, you may be eligible for the Help America Hear Scholarship!
Date Posted: 22 Mar, 2024
Are you a legally blind high school student who will soon be a college freshman? If so, consider applying for the Lighthouse Guild College Bound Scholarship! Believing that nothing should stop visually impaired individuals from pursuing higher education.
Date Posted: 22 Mar, 2024
1. What is a College Scholarship?
A college scholarship is a financial award given to students to help cover the costs of tuition, books, and sometimes living expenses. Scholarships are typically awarded based on merit, financial need, or specific criteria such as academic performance, leadership, athletic ability, or community service.
2. What Do I Need to Apply for College Scholarships?
To apply for scholarships, you generally need to complete an application form, provide academic transcripts, submit letters of recommendation, and write personal statements or essays. Each scholarship has different requirements, so be sure to follow the instructions for each one carefully.
3. When Should I Start Applying for College Scholarships?
It's best to start looking for and applying to scholarships as early as possible. We recommend you do this during your junior or senior year of high school.
4. What Types of College Scholarships are Available?
College scholarships come in various forms, such as merit-based, need-based, athletic, or field-specific scholarships. There are also scholarships for minority students, women, international students, and scholarships based on extracurricular activities or talents, such as music or art.
5. What GPA Do I Need to Qualify for a Scholarship?
The required GPA for scholarships varies depending on the specific scholarship. Some merit-based scholarships require a GPA of 3.5 or higher, while others may accept lower GPAs if the student demonstrates exceptional talent, leadership, or financial need.
6. Can I Lose my Scholarship Once I Receive it?
Yes, scholarships can sometimes be lost if you do not meet the specific requirements set by the scholarship provider. Some common reasons for losing a scholarship include failing to maintain a required GPA, changing your major, or failing to meet other academic or participation criteria.
7. Can I Apply for Scholarships After I've Already Started College?
Yes, you can. There are many scholarships available to current college students, even if you didn't receive one as a freshman. It's a good idea to check with your school's financial aid office or search ScholarshipBob for scholarships throughout your college years.
8. Can Scholarships Cover all of my College Expenses?
In some cases, yes, fully funded scholarships can cover all your college expenses. However, many scholarships are partial and will only cover a portion of your total costs. We recommend that you apply to multiple scholarships to meet all your needs.