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The FAFSA is due in a week. Here’s what you need to know

The FAFSA (or Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is due on June 30, 2021 at 11:59 PM Central Time. Here’s why everyone (including you) should fill it out. Why should you…Continue readingThe FAFSA is due in a week. Here’s what you need to know
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11 Expert Tips: How To Win College Scholarships

Winning a scholarship is the most convenient way to finance your college studies. Unlike loans, scholarships are gifts that never have to repaid. Here at Scholarful we know how challenging the scholarship…Continue reading11 Expert Tips: How To Win College Scholarships
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How to Help Your Kids Find (and Win) Scholarships

Finding scholarships is a stressful journey that requires a lot of attention and hands-on work. Here are some tips and tricks to help you find college scholarships for your child! During senior…Continue readingHow to Help Your Kids Find (and Win) Scholarships
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How to Write a Scholarship Essay

Set Yourself Up for Success When you’re competing against thousands of scholarship applicants, your personal statement for a scholarship can make or break your chances of winning. While filling out your application…Continue readingHow to Write a Scholarship Essay
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How to Avoid Scholarship Scams

Searching for Scholarships When you type “scholarships” into Google search, you’ll likely find endless pages of search results. From there, you navigate to a scholarship site with hundreds and hundreds of listed…Continue readingHow to Avoid Scholarship Scams
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Why You Shouldn’t Apply to Scholarships Alone

Believe it or not but one of the most commonly made mistakes when applying for scholarships is doing it alone. If you’ve ever applied to a scholarship then you know that applying…Continue readingWhy You Shouldn’t Apply to Scholarships Alone
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What You Need to Know About Scholarships

What Is A Scholarship? A scholarship is financial support awarded to a student in the form of a payment or grant, based on academic achievement or other criteria, which can include financial…Continue readingWhat You Need to Know About Scholarships
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How to Make Your Application Stand Out

Applying for scholarships can be tough. It’s easy to get discouraged by thinking about the other people applying and what your chances of winning are, but don’t underestimate your abilities and accomplishments.…Continue readingHow to Make Your Application Stand Out
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International Student Scholarship Guide

Did you know that the United States has the world’s largest international student population? There are almost more than 1.1 million international students enrolled in U.S. higher-education institutions. Every year, students from…Continue readingInternational Student Scholarship Guide
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The Problem with College Scholarships in 2020

Whether you’re a college student or a highschool senior, the process is pretty much the same when it comes to searching for 2020 scholarships. So what does the process look like exactly?…Continue readingThe Problem with College Scholarships in 2020