Allison Wignall

Known as the “Land of Lincoln” as well as the “Prairie State”, Illinois is a state rich with American history. The state is home to 119 colleges and universities. If you are attending or plan to attend school in Illinois, then take a look at these scholarships: Back 2 School Illinois Scholarship Amount: $2,500 Deadline: …

Home to over 60 colleges and universities, Iowa is a state dedicated to excellence. Nicknamed the Hawkeye State, Iowa is known for its rich agriculture, diverse economy, booming business, and fascinating history–and for being College Raptor’s home state! If you’re lucky enough to live in the state and plan on attending college/university there, read on …

Known as the Silver State, Nevada is home to beautiful scenery and exciting history. The state also houses numerous colleges and universities. If you’re a student pursuing a higher education in Nevada, check out some of these Nevada scholarships. Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship Program Amount: $5,000 Deadline: April 6, 2020 The organization rewards this scholarship …

English Majors develop numerous valuable qualities that employers desire: critical thinking, communication skills, strong writing, the ability to interpret things from a different perspective, creativity, working under deadlines, persuasion, and in-depth reading. English Majors are an adaptable, well-rounded bunch, who can excel in a great number of careers. Below are just a few scholarships that …

When sickness rears its ugly head, pharmacists are there to answer the call for help. By dispensing medication and working with other healthcare professionals, pharmacists get people feeling better and back on their feet. The world needs pharmacists and so several pharmacy scholarships have been founded in order to provide financial aid to the next …

Taking classes during the summer is a great way to catch up or get ahead with your education. But taking summer classes can also act like an extra semester of your college career, which can mean more college expenses like room and board or books. Luckily there are a number of scholarships dedicated to the …

Known as the “Gem State”, a place where nearly every type of gemstone can be found, Idaho is a gem in its own right. Home to a number of colleges and universities, Idaho residents–and those eager to attend school there–can take a look below to learn about a couple of scholarships for their state. Community …

Full of history, art, and culture, South Carolina is an impressive state to be certain. The Palmetto State is home to over 60 colleges or universities as diverse as the people who live there. If you’re lucky enough to call South Carolina home or hope to attend college there, take a look at the following …

As the “Land of Enchantment,” New Mexico is a state of natural beauty, diverse culture, and fascinating history. The state is home to over 25 colleges and universities, and if you plan to attend one of them, or are a resident of New Mexico, check out a few of these scholarships. The Pedro and Mateo …