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8 College Scholarships for Women

Key Takeaways There are many scholarships available to support women pursuing a college degree. The chosen scholarships cater to diverse female students, including moms, women in tech, those studying culinary arts or STEAM, mental health advocates, public service students, and even female golfers. Applicants are required to submit a 400-600 word essay or a video, …
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20 Incredibly Unique Scholarships

They say that there is a scholarship for pretty much anything and there are thousands of scholarships available to students. But who said that searching for financial aid had to be boring? There are countless funny, silly, and unique scholarships out there waiting for you to apply for them. If you’re looking for something a …
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scholarship search & applications

10 Interesting Scholarship Facts & Stats

Scholarships are free money* that the federal government, colleges and organizations of all sizes offer students to help pay for college. Scholarships may be awarded for academic accomplishments, athletic achievements, community service, ethnicity, or a number of other reasons. Some scholarships are one-time only while others are recurring. Scholarships are a great way to help …
College Scholarships Statistics Infographic - Where do most scholarships come from?
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Scholarship Statistics: Where Most College Scholarships Come From (INFOGRAPHIC)

Let’s talk about college scholarship statistics. You’ve probably heard about them from your high school counselors, parents, and potential colleges, but what exactly are they? What do they do? How do they help? What is a scholarship? Essentially, scholarships award students “free money” to cover parts of their college education. Students don’t need to pay …
What is a net price calculator?
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What is a Net Price Calculator?

We all know that the sticker price for college is shocking. How many of us can actually write an annual check for $20,000, $40,000, $60,000 or more? That’s where the net price calculator comes into play. But what is a net price calculator? The difference between net price and sticker price The good news is …
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5 Myths About College Costs & Financial Aid Every Parent Needs to Know

When it comes to the cost of college, there are a lot of myths out there. Many times, these myths can scare students and families away from colleges that might have been very affordable, or even cost that family thousands of dollars in lost financial aid opportunities. Understanding how both the cost of college and financial …

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