Student Scholarship Resources
There are many great resources to help you get to and through college with as little loan debt as possible.
Find our online scholarship application on our ‘Scholarships’ page. The deadline for most high school senior scholarships is each February, and the deadline for college students/adults and some high school seniors is in late May.
We have a separate application for seniors and adults pursuing training at a trade or technical school up through an associate’s degree, and that application is open until March.
Tips for Applying
- Search websites, newspapers, and social media for scholarships offered by local organizations, your college, and clubs and associations related to your major. Search in the fall and winter, as application deadlines tend to be early in the year. Most applications are free and there is no need to pay anyone to find or complete a scholarship application.
- Apply well before the deadline. Allow time to request things like letters of recommendation or your transcript, which have to be written or processed by others.
- Read scholarship information and answer every question.
- Create an organized list of your school and community activities and your work experience. Include any awards, honors, offices, or promotions you received.
- Write a well-thought-out personal statement. Scholarships are competitive, so you need to get the attention of those reading lots of applications. Tell why you chose your college, major, and future career. Give examples of experiences related to your chosen major or career that show you understand what the coursework or job will entail. Talk about any personal obstacles and how you have overcome them. Proofread for spelling and grammar errors. Get a parent or teacher to take a second look at it.
For additional guidance and to review sample statements, check out College Board.
