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Can You Earn Scholarships Without The FAFSA?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 16, 2024
You can earn scholarships without the FAFSA, however, if could limit your scholarship opportunities. Although it’s not essential for earning a scholarship, it is strongly advisable to complete the FAFSA. The FAFSA qualifies you for various other types of financial aid besides scholarships. The short answer is yes, you can earn scholarships without the FAFSA. …
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Who Can Apply For Scholarships?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Any student can apply for scholarships. When it comes to scholarships, the only requirement is that applicants must meet the eligibility criteria for that particular program. Thousands of organizations offer awards throughout the year. Each of these has its own eligibility criteria. If you take the time to research opportunities, you’re almost certain to find …
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What Are Merit Based Scholarships?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 26, 2024
Merit based scholarships are monetary awards given to students who have a history of high grades, strong SAT or ACT scores, participation in their community, or other, similar achievements. They can be offered by individuals, businesses, schools, organizations, non-profits, and government agencies. Merit based scholarships are different from need based scholarships, which are awards given …
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How Can I Find Merit Scholarships?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Merit scholarships award students who are accomplished in specific fields such as academics, sports, or an extracurricular activity. Sponsors assess solely on their achievements in a specific field. Not typically taken into consideration is financial status or need. If you’ve achieved a high level of proficiency in any field, think of this as a reward …
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10 Study Abroad Scholarships + How to Find More to Secure Your Journey

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 9, 2024
Studying abroad is an enlightening and exciting experience, one that many college students look forward to. However, the high cost deters many students from even applying to travel abroad. Fortunately, there are several study abroad scholarships that offer full or partial free funding if you meet their requirements. This study abroad scholarship money can cover …
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One Trick For Finding Scholarships: Ask

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 19, 2024
Most students spend a lot of time scouring the internet trying to find scholarships. But one thing almost every student overlooks is just asking around locally.  Maybe it sounds too simple to be effective but you’d be surprised at the unexpected. Scholarships you can discover by simply asking. So how do you find scholarships and …

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