Scholarships & Financial Aid

Paying for a college education with scholarships is an amazing opportunity. Since scholarship money doesn’t have to be paid back, it allows students to graduate with less debt by making it easier to avoid student loans. But many students (and parents) wonder, do you have to pay taxes on scholarships? Or are scholarships tax-free? Taxes…

Pursuing an education can be stressful and, if your student has a learning disability, it may seem even more daunting. But, if your student can eliminate some of the financial burdens by landing one (or a few) of the many scholarships for students with learning disabilities, that can make the entire venture seem more manageable.…

Want a PDF copy of this list of scholarships sent right to your Facebook inbox? Click the button below. The end of school year is nearing and your student’s attention is probably focused on finishing up the school year BUT scholarship deadlines are flying by! Great news though…it’s not too late! NOW is the opportunity for…

Parents and students are always surprised when I tell them that there are scholarships out there for students as young as 4 years old. Perhaps that surprises you as well! It’s safe to say that most students don’t even think about applying for scholarships until the bill comes in the mail from whichever college or…

Finding scholarship opportunities can be challenging in its own right, but when your student also has to dodge scholarship scams, it is even more daunting. Some companies use fake scholarship applications to collect people’s personal data and sell it to third parties. Others gather information that allows them to steal the identity of anyone who…

Have these deadlines passed? Click here for our most recent list of scholarships! Want a PDF copy of this list of scholarships sent right to your Facebook inbox? Click the button below. Schools out and summer is in full swing and while it’s tempting for your student to want to hit the beach and make…

While military servicemembers often get access to GI Bill benefits, that isn’t the only form of financial aid available. Not only are there military scholarships for active duty and veterans, but there are also a ton available to spouses, children, and even grandchildren. Scholarships for Veterans and Their Families Veterans and their family members may…

The federal Pell Grant is one of the most talked about forms of financial aid available. It is specifically designed to make college more affordable for students who have a financial need and doesn’t come with virtually any of the trappings associated with student loans. Even though awareness of the Pell Grant is high, many…

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Many financial aid opportunities are only available to people from specific demographics. Native American scholarships and grants aim to support one of the most underrepresented, and often poverty-stricken, groups in the nation, ensuring college is accessible. For Native American scholarships and grants, eligibility is first and foremost based on a student’s background. However, other requirements…