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where can i get more scholarships from?

Most website that I've had went on seem to be a scam, how can I tell the differance.

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Paul’s Answer

Each college and university usually has something called a "College Foundation" where you can log into, from the college or university webpage and review their financial aid and scholarship assistance.

Private donors and benefactors, support college and university programs, and amongst their financial gifts are scholarships and financial assistance for students.

These scholarships can come in many forms, they can be based on major, future occupation, college or non-profit activities, ethnicity, and other criteria.

So, the college or university College Foundation, is always worth checking, as far as an online option.
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Owen’s Answer

Cecelia, a great place to begin your search for college scholarships is with your high school counselor. School counselors will be able to connect you with real / reputable scholarships opportunities that are tailored to students in your area, including both local opportunities and national programs that are relevant to your background and interests. They will also provide guidance on application deadlines and help you put together a strong application. Another valuable resource is the financial aid section of the websites of the colleges you're interested in. Most colleges have their own scholarships, and you can usually find these by visiting their “financial aid office” page online. There, you’ll find information on scholarships for incoming freshmen and upper classmen, merit-based awards, and scholarships tied to specific departments or majors. Exploring these two trusted sources can connect you with real scholarship opportunities.
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Michael’s Answer

Hi Cecelia:

When reviewing colleges and universities, it is best to check the following:

- In-State vs Out of State Tuition
- Internships
- Scholarships
- Career Placement upon graduation
- Course work and offered classes
- Post-Graduate Degrees - Master and Doctoral

There will be a application fee to pay for when submitting college applications. The amount of application fee will depend on the college that you are applying to. If there are questions about the college application process, please reach out to the college's Registrar Office.

College and scholarship applications can start to be submitted during your Junior year and will continue throughout your Senior year in high school. It is best to ask your Academic Advisor/School Counselor on the timeline process as well. College and scholarship applications will have specific deadlines and requirements to meet in order to be submitted for review and consideration.

You may want to start to compile your resume/portfolio since a majority of college and scholarship applications will require academic grade point average (GPA), academic accomplishments, school activities (clubs, sports, etc.), community involvement (volunteer, church, etc.), academic and personal recommendations, etc. There may be essay requirements on why you are a qualified candidate to receive the scholarship and to gain entry to the college of your choice, what your future goals are academically and professionally and other questions centering around who you are, your beliefs, etc.

Here are a couple of links for College Scholarships:

https://www.mometrix.com/blog/scholarships-for-college/

https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/websites-to-kick-off-your-scholarship-search

Also, it will be best to check with the colleges and universities that you will be applying to. You can check with the School/Department of your desired major, the Campus Career Center and the Register's Office for additional information for college scholarships and grants and specific requirements for qualifications.

There should be no limit on the amount of scholarships that one can apply to. It will take time to fill out the scholarship applications and provide all of the necessary required information. Also, there should no fee and no cost to fill out and submit scholarship applications. If there is a fee or cost that is associated with a scholarship application, then please do not send this particular scholarship application in. It will be a scam and money will be lost.

Best wishes for your education and future career goals!
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Joseph’s Answer

Hi! Many people find undergraduate scholarships through their school's website under sections like opportunities or school life. However, I discovered mine by connecting with others and seeking guidance from a fellow student.

Here's a quick story: I attended as many club mixers as I could and spoke with lots of people. These mixers were sometimes social events, career presentations, live Q&A sessions, or research talks. I soon realized that most attendees were students just like me, not presenters. During or after these events, I would chat with people about their lives and what brought them to the event or Hunter College. One student shared his experience with a research scholarship. After learning more, I asked if he could mentor me through the application process. Thanks to being well-prepared and gaining valuable experience, I got the scholarship!

Remember, it's not about using people for information. Observing how others work and interact can inspire you and open up career paths you hadn't considered before.

I hope this encourages you even a little bit!
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