What is EFC? And How to Utilize the FAFSA EFC Calculator
When your student is preparing to head to college, the expected family contribution (EFC) on their FAFSA plays a big role in the kind and amount of financial aid they may receive. If your student isn’t ready to complete their FAFSA, then using an EFC calculator can help them get an estimate of what may…
5 Tips to Arrange Scholarship Products to Conserve Time
The scholarship process involves a lot of information. Your student may submit dozens of applications, each requiring a variety of scholarship materials, each and every year. Simply keeping track of all of that can quickly become overwhelming, if not completely unmanageable, unless they take the proper steps. For many scholarships, your student will need to…
Scholarships For Trainees 13 Years Of Ages & & Younger
We have all heard the phrase, “The early bird gets the worm”, and the same holds true for scholarships. Did you know that students don’t need to wait until their junior or senior year in high school to prep, apply, and secure scholarships?! There are a number of scholarship opportunities for students that are in…
Scholarship Essay Examples That Won Loan
Scholarship application essays often carry a TON of weight when deciding who will receive the scholarship but it’s not always easy to stand out in crowd of applications. Even if your student fits the scholarship criteria exactly, they’re still likely to be one of a number of applicants with similar grades, accomplishments, community involvements, and…
3 Scholarship Essay Examples That Won
Scholarship application essays often carry a TON of weight when deciding who will receive the scholarship but it’s not always easy to stand out in crowd of applications. Even if your student fits the scholarship criteria exactly, they’re still likely to be one of a number of applicants with similar grades, accomplishments, community involvements, and…
Complete Step-by-Step Guide on FAFSA & How to Get the Most Financial Aid
In the world of financial aid, the Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is king. So, what is the FAFSA? It is a critical set of forms that determine whether a student is eligible for federal grants and loans, and is used by schools during the crafting of a student’s financial aid package. If…
How to Discover Scholarships to Research Study Abroad
For many students, the idea of studying abroad is incredibly enticing. It allows them to experience a culture first-hand, improve their foreign language skills, or simply explore the world before settling into a career. Depending on the type of program and country chosen, it can be expensive or actually save you money. Either way, finding…
How to Write a Scholarship Thank You Letter (Propina a Template)
Once your student has a scholarship award check in hand, they may believe there’s nothing left to do. However, receiving the check shouldn’t be the end of the story. All it means is that now is the perfect time to craft a scholarship thank you letter. Winning a scholarship is a fantastic experience. Not only…
41 Scholarships To Apply For This Fall
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. The end of the summer is nearing and it’s back to school time! With school back in session, managing time can be tricky.…
The Scholarship System 3rd Annual Scholarship Results
At The Scholarship System, one of our core beliefs is to avoid student loan debt or limit it to the lowest amount possible. While sometimes it can be inevitable, we always stress that there are two sides to graduating debt-free: reducing the amount of money needed and earning debt-free money to cover what you do…




















