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How to Pay for College Without Paying for College
College is expensive, and there's no way around it. But there's an easy way to manage the ever-rising cost without taking out hefty loans: scholarships
AFA Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship
Applicant must be currently enrolled in a public, independent, parochial, military, home-school or other high school in the U.S. and plan on entering a four-year accredited college or university within 12 months of the application deadline. Essay on the following topic required: Write an essay about how Alzheimer's disease has changed or impacted your life and what you have learned about yourself, your family, and/or your community in the face of coping with Alzheimer's disease.
Max Award: $5,000
sponsored by Alzheimer's Foundation of America -- AFA Teens
B.R.I.D.G.E. Endowment Fund FFA Scholarship
Applicants must be current FFA members and high school seniors or college students planning to enroll or currently enrolled full-time. They must be physically disabled or handicapped. Students only need to complete the online application one time to be considered for all FFA-administered scholarships. The application requires information about the student's activities and a 1,000-word essay. Awards may be used for books, supplies, tuition, fees and room and board.
Max Award: $5,000
sponsored by National FFA Organization
What Can I Do If I Was Deferred From My Top College?
So, you were deferred by your top-choice school. What can you do to increase your odds of admission? Read on for a few tips from our experts.
Real Student Wisdom for Your Last Year of High School
Being a senior is stressful between academics and college admission. Here are some tips for underclassmen before starting your last year of high school.
by Erica West
When Is the Best Time to Start My College Search?
Though it varies from student to student, it's important to start planning for college sooner rather than later. Learn more from the experts.
How to Be a Competitive College Applicant
More and more students are applying to college. With a larger applicant pool, students have to work harder to stand out. Here's how you can do just that.
Young Alumni for Graduate Students Scholarship
Applicant must have no less than 90 credit hours at the University by the fall semester, register for and complete a minimum of 24 credit hours during the next school year, and have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA. Application, current transcript, current resume, and one-page essay are all required to be submitted.
sponsored by University of Utah
Applicant must have no less than 90 credit hours at the University by the fall semester, register for and complete a minimum of 24 credit hours during the next school year, and have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA. Application, current transcript, current resume, and one-page essay are all required to be submitted.
sponsored by University of Utah
Southern Utah Alumni Chapter Scholarship
Applicant must be a student who graduated from a Southern Utah high school and is currently attending or is planning to attend the University of Utah. Selection is based upon academic excellence, leadership, and service to the community and school. Application, official high school and/or college transcripts, and a two-page essay are required to be submitted.
sponsored by University of Utah
Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. To enter, complete the online application form and write an essay of 500-1000 words answering the question, What do you consider the most urgent problem in the world today and why?
Max Award: $1,000
sponsored by Greg Bied Scholarship
Delta Theta Chi Sorority National Memorial Scholarship
Applicants must provide transcripts for the past four years. Students graduating high school or current undergraduate freshmen must provide official documentation of grade point average, SAT and/or ACT scores. Applicants must complete application in full, including essay, and provide at least one letter of reference.
Max Award: $1,600
sponsored by Delta Theta Chi Sorority
The Ike Foundation Scholarship
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and high school seniors who are planning to enroll full-time in a two or four-year institution. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.2 and demonstrate an interest in fishing and/or conservation. Applicants must submit an original essay along with their application materials.
Max Award: $3,000
sponsored by The Ike Foundation
Five Scary College Search Mistakes to Avoid for Less Stress During Admission
Do you have the college search scaries? Squash those fears and see what mistakes to avoid so the admission process and applying doesn't haunt you.
by Phoebe Bain
We think we're pretty smart, but we still do plenty of research to stay on top of our game. These are some of our favorite websites and books. And we're always looking for more, so send us your suggestions!
6 Secrets You Need to Know For a Great Campus Visit
A campus visit is a perfect way to get a feel for the college before you send in an application. Here are six secrets you need to know for a great campus visit.
The Ultimate List of Easy Scholarships to Apply for Now
No long essays. No recommendation letters. Just lots of scholarships that are easy to apply to and practically anyone can win. Updated for 2025!
6 Important Pieces of the Transfer Admission Process
Transferring may seem hard, but one thing's for sure: These six things are extremely important to your admission process and success as a transfer student.
by Phoebe Bain
3 Things I Wish I Knew Earlier in the University Search
An international student shares what he wishes he knew before he started the university admission process. His advice could help you graduate without regrets!
Smart Summer College Planning Steps for All High School Grades
Summer is a great time to work on the college search and admission process. Here's how to prep whether you're a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior!
by Rebecca Blyn
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