Career questions tagged scholarship


How can I get a scholarship from my dream college?
I'm a freshman in high school, almost a sophomore, and I recently moved to a new town. Everything here is different, and I want to get a scholarship to help secure my future.

How do you respond to "tell me a bit about yourself" professionally?
I've been asked this a lot recently in scholarship applications, and I never know how to respond in a way that sounds professional. Starting with "my name is..." feels redundant when your application already has it listed. I just have no idea how to start.

How can I get a scholarship for nursing field,really want to know I need ideals about it
How can I get a scholarship ????🥹🥹,hard to get money to go to school but I really want to#spring5….I need ideals or help that could help me achieve my goals

How should I spend my summer- gaining relevant experience, or gaining money to pay for college?
Hey everyone! Aspiring exotic animal veterinarian here, I'm trying to decide how to use my summer. Last summer and throughout this current school year, I've interned at a vet clinic unpaid. I've just gotten my CVA Level 1 Certification, too. Here are my two decisions- Option 1) Apply to work a paid job at the clinic I've been interning at. I'm comfortable there and pretty sure they would hire me on the spot; however, their pay for the position I would work (vet assistant) is less than nearby restaurants/retail stores, which I find crazy. On the other hand, I would be getting great experience, key to getting into vet school later on (especially since they are the only exotic animal inclusive clinic within an hour's radius of my house). But I would be sacrificing earning good money to help pay for college the next year. Option 2) Work somewhere else, with a more decent pay. I would be saving up for college better, so this would be the more financially wise option. However, I would be missing out on getting good experience having a job at an exotic veterinary clinic, especially one where people already know me and are comfortable with me, since I've interned there for about a year now. Essentially, my dilemma is this: do I go for 1) gaining important experience for vet school or 2) getting better pay to help me afford college? Thanks for any feedback or tips!!!

How do I obtain more financial aid from independent scholarships?
I am from an upper middle class family, and because of my income I’m not eligible for need based scholarships. Thanks

How can I get more Financial Aid when my FAFSA already deemed me "ineligible"?
After completing my FAFSA, I was deemed ineligible for a lot of grants. However, just looking at the number, it's easy to assume that, but it's totally wrong. My immigrant parents worked hard for the life they have now. However, no one warned them about the prices of College, therefore, there isn't any money saved for me. Every scholarship I want to apply to says I need to demonstrate "Financial need," mostly asking for a copy of my FAFSA. There, I am automatically not considered because they look at the numbers. My parents can't destroy everything they built just to send me to college. How can I get past this so I can go to ETSU? #Spring25

What should I do to be more prepared for college as an incoming freshman? #Spring25
Also, what are good study habits and tools that will help me become more successful as a college student? I am attending Kennesaw State University this upcoming Fall of 2025. Any advice will help!

How to apply for scholarships for a career in EMS/Paramedicine?
How to apply for scholarships for a career in EMS/Paramedicine?

How will these scholarships get me to the level I hope to be at in the future?
What are the best scholarships to apply for and what are some tips in staying up to date on new applications?

How can I find and win more scholarships ?
As an incoming college student, I’m really interested in learning more about how to find and secure more scholarships to help cover my education expenses. What are some of the best strategies for discovering lesser-known scholarships, and how can I make my applications stand out to scholarship committees? Are there specific tips for writing strong personal statements or gathering recommendation letters that can make a real difference? Also, how important is maintaining a high GPA or participating in extracurricular activities when it comes to winning scholarships?

When is the ideal time to be looking for scholarships for the next year in college??
I am an incoming freshman who's worried about being able to pay pass my first year of college and I was wonder when I should start looking for more scholarships.

What is the hardest part of going back to school as an adult with a family and a a full time job, and what techniques did you use to overcome them??
I am returning to school after about 8 years, I am returning to get a second bachelors, this time an accelerated bachelors of science in nursing. I have a wife, two kids, and a full time job I need the income from. Any ideas and tips would he phenomenal.

How do people get so many scholarships so easily?
I feel like a good amount of people I know have so many scholarships, and no matter how many scholarships I apply for, I can't seem to get any. These people fit the same criteria as me, except I am a first-generation

What does it mean to be a truly great filmmaker ? #Spring25
There are so many different things that a young filmmaker can do to improve, but I want to know what truly makes a great film and a great filmmaker.

What resources do you use to find scholarships that don't require you to make 100+ different accounts/ sign up for their promotional ads ?
#Spring25 How do you guys find any scholarship pages, sites, etc., that don't require you to individually create accounts for each brand, title, company, sponsoring the scholarship??? Or is that just normal?

What do the jurors look for when they judge essay entries for scholarships?
I have a few scholarships lined up that I want to sign up for that require writing a short essay. I just want to make sure I am doing the best so I can be chosen for the reward.

What are the best scholarships for a first-generation student?
Hello, I am Maryely. I want to be an immigration lawyer, and I am looking for scholarships to help me pay for school. I am a first-generation student within my family.

What was the hardest part about choosing which university to attend and how did you know that the final one you chose was "the one" for you? #Spring25
I am having trouble knowing if the school I chose is my "the one". Decision Day is coming up fast and I just want to make sure I'm making the right choice for myself. #Spring25

How do I pay for schooling?
What are some things I can do while in school to make paying for my tuition easier and more affordable. #Spring25

How do you keep believing in your long-term goals when your current GPA or academic record doesn’t reflect your effort or ambition? #Spring25
I’m currently a college student working toward a degree in Marketing and plan to transfer to a four-year university next year. I’ve had some rough semesters due to burnout and personal challenges which affected my GPA despite working hard, especially outside the classroom (internships, freelance work, content creation, etc.). I’m trying to stay focused on the bigger picture and keep building toward my career goals, but it’s hard not to feel discouraged sometimes, especially when my transcript doesn’t reflect how much I’ve grown. If you’ve ever had to bounce back from an academic setback, I’d love to know what helped you stay confident and keep moving forward.

How do I find scholarships that are small enough that I have a good chance at getting money?
I’m a high school senior who’s just trying to attend college but college is so expensive and I need some scholarships. Unfortunately I don’t qualify for financial aid because my parents are both educators

How do I go about winning more scholarships in my field of study if I’ve only ever been in NHS as a high school senior?
I’m an aspiring art/illustration major and high school senior with all A’s but I can’t seem to win lots of scholarships.

How do I find scholarships that are applicable to me?
What are specifics I should be looking for to apply for scholarships?

How to win scholarships?
Highschool Senior asking for advice to actually win money from scholarships.

What made you believe it wasn’t too late to start over?
For those who have hit 'reset' on life in their late 20s or beyond (whether by tackling mental health, going back to school, or changing careers) what was the moment or mindset shift that made you believe it wasn’t too late to start over? I'm a 27 year old student at a community college and I’d love to hear how others found strength, purpose, or clarity in their own second chapters. #Spring25

What scholarships can I apply for with a low gpa and get money to go to college on a low income based family?
Answer with advice or websites that would help!

What is the secret on winning a scholarship and know for sure the person will be picked # spring 2025?
I am needing the scholarship for my new career,

Is applying to scholarships this disheartening to everyone?
I feel like I have applied to dozens and still have nothing to show for it. Am I missing something, or should I continue applying to the random $1,000 essay scholarships on websites like "fastweb" and "scholarships.com"? Does anyone have advice for actually getting scholarships?

What do after getting my financial aid package and I see that I have not recieved enough money?
Yes, I have applied for scholarships, emailed several financial aid offices, and even sent physical letters. I have received aid, but it is still not enough. I am struggling.
