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SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS

Scholarships and grants are an important part of financing your education. There are scholarships and grants available for almost every college major and extra-curricular program imaginable.

Every year, there are millions in scholarship and grant money that is not used, mainly because many people do not know where to look or are not willing to put the effort needed to find them.


PLACES TO FIND SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS

Fastweb Online Scholarship Search
One of the best scholarship searches out there, Fastweb will easily and quickly find many different scholarships that many be right for you.
Begin searching today!

Local Businesses and Financial Institutions
Many businesses and banks offer a scholarship or grant to their customers or members. Just ask.

The Workplace
Check with your workplace or your parent's workplace to see if they offer any special opportunities.

Foundations and Organizations
Some foundations and organizations that relate to your major and area of study offer scholarships to promising students.

College Departments
Your school (or the school you plan on attending) often offer scholarships through their Scholarship Department or through the department that relates to your area of study.

State Organizations
Many states offer scholarships to residents or high school students who graduate from their state.

State Governments
States often give government grants to state residents who are attending school inside the state.


TIPS FOR FINDING SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS

There are three important things to keep in mind while searching for a scholarship or grant.

  1. Put in the Effort
    Finding the right scholarship or grant takes time and effort. Set aside a little time each day to search so that the task is not overwhelming. Don't give up if you don't find one you qualify for right away.
  2. Be Optimistic
    Remember that there are many scholarships and grants out there that you may qualify for. Be optimistic that you can find the money you need.
  3. Know Where to Look
    Knowing where to look for a scholarship or grant is very important. Many times we just don't know where to look to find. Check out our list of places to find scholarships and grants to save you time and extra effort.
    Good luck!
SOURCES
Conversation with a Financial Aid Office employee. (2009).

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