Individual scholarships may require additional forms as part of the completed application. Download by clicking on the form name below.
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Tips for Scholarship Seekers
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Start early and give yourself time to research all of the opportunities.
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Join student groups, take leadership roles when possible, and volunteer. You’ll meet new people and boost your resume.
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Stay organized and know the deadlines for the scholarships you are applying for.
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Think about what makes you unique and search for scholarships that match your interests and hobbies.
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Talk to your guidance counselor about other scholarships opportunities that may be available.
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Search locally for other scholarships offered through banks, schools, churches, clubs, and businesses.
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Take your time when writing required essays or personal statements. You may consider asking a friend or teacher to read your essay and application for any mistakes or things you may have missed.
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Request letters of recommendation early and ask the people who know you best (teachers, coaches, mentors, or employers)
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Apply for as many scholarships as possible, but ensure you meet the eligibility criteria first.
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Follow all instructions carefully and make sure you are submitting all of the required parts (including letters of recommendation, transcripts, financial forms, activity forms and resumes).
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However, DO ask a friend or teacher to read your essay and application for any mistakes or things you may have missed.
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Follow all instructions carefully and make sure you are submitting all of the required parts (including: letters of recommendation, transcripts, financial forms, activity forms and resumes).
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Avoid scams. Be wary of any site that charges a fee to search its databases of scholarships and you should never pay to apply for a scholarship.
Additional Resources
Federal
Create Account | Federal Student Aid
FAFSA® Application | Federal Student Aid
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Tax Benefits for Education: Information Center | Internal Revenue Service (irs.gov)
Virginia
Two-Year College Transfer Grant | Virginia State Council Of Higher Education, VA (schev.edu)
Financial Aid Resources | Virginia State Council Of Higher Education, VA (schev.edu)
Other Scholarships
Virginia Scholarships - Scholarships.com
Find Scholarships for College for FREE | Fastweb
2023 Scholarships - Comprehensive List Of HBCU Scholarships — HBCU GRAD (hbcugraduates.com)
ScholarshipOwl: The fastest path to college scholarships
Other Resources
College Board - SAT, AP, College Search and Admission Tools
The ACT Test for Students | ACT
Your Guide for College Financial Aid - Finaid
SAT Prep Courses, Classes, and Test Prep | Kaplan Test Prep (kaptest.com)