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Monthly Scholarship Contests to Win Easy Money for College
One of the easiest scholarships to apply for is a sweepstakes. Somebody has to win, so why not you? Score college cash by entering these monthly contests!
Alpha Gamma Rho Educational Foundation
Applicants must be current FFA members and high school seniors or college students planning to enroll or currently enrolled full-time. Students must enroll in a college which has an Alpha Gamma Rho chapter, and they should be pursuing a four-year degree in any field related to agriculture. Applicants planning to major in aviation, hospitality or any non-agriculture subject are not eligible to apply. 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.
sponsored by National FFA Organization
Our Best Advice for the Transfer Admission Process
We've gathered our best advice for the entire transfer process, from making the initial decision to adapting to your new college and everything in between.
What Misbeliefs Do Students Have About College Admission?
Students have many misconceptions about college admission. These are the most common ones our experts have come across to help you advise your own students.
by Anne Macleod Weeks; Charlotte M. Klaar, PhD; Ann Herbener; Sandra E. Clifton; Susan M. Hanflik, MEd, CEP; Stuart Nachbar
Frustrated by FAFSA Delays? Focus on the Scholarship Search
The FAFSA may be delayed, but scholarship applications aren’t! Here's why you should be searching and applying for scholarships more than ever this year.
by James Lewis
Essential Advice for Hiring an Independent College Advisor
With high school counselors facing heavy caseloads, many families have turned to private college counselors. Here are some important considerations families should keep in mind before hiring one.
BNSF Railway Company FFA Scholarship
Applicants must be current FFA members and high school seniors or college students planning to enroll or currently enrolled full-time. Students must be pursuing a four-year degree in one of the following agricultural fields: business management, economics, sales and marketing or finance. They must be residents of California, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota or Texas. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA. 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
Will Clubs and Activities Boost My College Applications?
Quality of involvement is more important than quantity. Find out from our experts why you should stick with activities that have always interested you.
by Mitchell Lipton; Douglas L. Christiansen; Marty O'Connell; Cyndy McDonald
How to Use Demonstrated Interest to Your Benefit
What is "demonstrated interest," and how do you show it? Here are a few ways to show that you're interested in a college and improve your admission chances.
by Kristen Moon
AfterCollege/AACN Student Scholarship Fund
Applicant must be currently seeking a bachelors, masters, or doctorate degree as a full-time student at an AACN member institution in the field of nursing. Special consideration will be given to students in a graduate program with the goal of becoming a nurse educator; students completing an R.N.-to-B.S.N or R.N.-to-M.S.N. program; and those enrolled in an accelerated program. Minimum 3.0 GPA, online application, and brief essay (250 word maximum) on goals and aspirations as they relate to education, career, and future plans required.
sponsored by AfterCollege, Inc.
Applicant must be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S., enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate student in a travel-and-tourism- or hospitality- related program of study at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the U.S., with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants enrolled in a two-year college, will be entering the second year in the fall of the calendar year of application, and will have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours by the end of this semester or term. Applicants enrolled in a four-year college or university will be entering junior or senior year in the fall of the calendar year of application, and will have completed a minimum of 60 or 90 credit hours respectively by the end of this semester or term. Applicant is required to submit a U.S. passport as proof of citizenship, or U.S. Alien Registration Card as proof of permanent residency, resume, two evaluations and letters of recommendation (one academic, one professional), an official transcript, and an essay. Essay topic: Discuss what segment of the travel and tourism or hospitality industry your current program of study focuses on. What opportunities are you taking advantage of as you prepare for a career in the industry? Please tell us about your academic and extracurricular activities and experiences, i.e. work, internships, etc., and how they tie into your present and future goals. Mention any awards or commendations you have received relating to the travel and tourism or hospitality industry. Application is online.
Max Award: $1,000
sponsored by Tourism Cares
3 Reasons Why Applying to QuestBridge Is Worth It
Not all QuestBridge applicants receive a full-ride scholarship, but there are other opportunities. Here are three reasons why you should apply to the program.
How to Ace Your College Interview
The college admission interview may be the first interview you've ever participated in, but it's not as scary as you might think! Here's how to ace yours.
by Katie McKoon
ASTA Holland American Line Undergraduate Scholarship
Applicant is a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or Canada who is a full-time or part-time undergraduate student enrolled in a travel-and-tourism or hospitality-related program of study at an accredited college or university in the United States or Canada with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students enrolled in a two-year or three-year college will be entering the final year and will have completed a minimum of 30 or 60 credit hours respectively at the end of the semester or term. Students enrolled in a four-year college or university will be entering junior or senior year in the fall of the calendar year of application and will have completed a minimum of 60 or 90 credit hours respectively by the end of the semester or term. For a complete application students should submit a proof of United States or Canadian citizenship or permanent residency, resume, two evaluations and letters of recommendation (academic and professional), an official transcript, and essay. Essay topic: What do you anticipate to be the future of the cruise industry? Be sure to discuss specific examples to support your ideas. Mention any awards or commendations you have received relating to the travel and tourism or hospitality industry.
Max Award: $1,500
sponsored by Tourism Cares
AGCO Corporation 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 have one of the following undergraduate majors: agronomy, crop science, general agriculture, agricultural communications, education, journalism, extension, public relations, business management, economics, sales and marketing, engineering, mechanization, agriculture power and equipment or welding. 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. Students must show financial need and evidence of community service participation.
Max Award: $2,000
sponsored by National FFA Organization
ASTA Alaskan Airlines Scholarship
Applicant must be citizen or permanent resident of the United States or Canada who is enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate in a travel-and-tourism- or hospitality-related program of study at an accredited college or university in the U.S. or Canada, with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a U.S. 4.0 scale. Applicants enrolled in a two-year or three-year (for Quebec) college will be entering the final year in the fall of the calendar year of application, and will have completed a minimum 30 or 60 credit hours respectively by the end of the semester. Applicants enrolled in a four-year school will be entering junior or senior year in the fall of the calender year of application and will have completed a minimum 60 or 90 credit hours respectively by the end of this semester or term. For a complete application, please submit a U.S. or Canadian passport as proof of citizenship, or U.S. or Canadian Alien Registration Card as proof of permanent residency, a resume, two evaluations and letters of recommendation (one academic, one professional), official transcript, and an essay. Essay topic: Discuss what segment of the travel and tourism or hospitality industry your current program of study focuses on. What opportunities are you taking advantage of as you prepare for a career in the industry? Please tell us about your academic and extracurricular activities and experiences, i.e. work, internships, etc., and how they tie into your present and future goals. Mention any awards or commendations you have received relating to the travel and tourism or hospitality industry.
Max Award: $1,000
sponsored by Tourism Cares
3 Myths You Should Know About Creative Scholarships
Creative scholarships are a great and often unutilized resource for paying for college. Here are three things you probably assume about them that aren't true.
by Jean O'Toole
Joseph Towner Fund for Gay and Lesbian Families
Applicant must be the child of a lesbian or gay parent who resides in one of the following nine Bay Area counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Napa, Sonoma, and Solano. Applicant must be 25 years of age or younger, have a minimum 2.5 GPA or GED certificate, if applicable, be enrolled in an accredited postsecondary institution, and carry a full-time academic work load (minimum 12 units per term). Application form, transcripts, and essay required.
Max Award: $1,000
sponsored by Horizons Foundation
How Do College Officers Make Admission Decisions?
At most colleges, admission decisions are made holistically. But what does that mean? Learn all about it from our experts.
4 Great Scholarship Opportunities for Younger Students
Students can find scholarships as early as elementary school for their college journey. Here are four early scholarships to start with and advice to find more!
by Jean O'Toole
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