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What GPA is Required to Win a Scholarship?

by Christopher Grafos | Apr 6, 2022 | Blog, Education, High School Students, Scholarships

It’s a common myth that you need a near perfect grade point average (GPA) to win a scholarship. The truth is that the reasons as to why one student may prevail in a scholarship application – and why another may not – is much more complex than grades alone. Good grades...

What Should I Avoid When Searching for Scholarships?

by Christopher Grafos | Mar 26, 2022 | Education

Applications are an important part of winning most scholarship prizes. However, even before you get to the application process, there are important strategies you can use to better position yourself to win a scholarship. The key thing to know about scholarship...

How Do I Stand Out in a Scholarship Application? 5 Tips to Help You Succeed in Your Scholarship Journey

by Christopher Grafos | Mar 24, 2022 | Blog, Scholarships

OK, so you want to apply for scholarships. You spent time investigating scholarship directories, creating scholarship lists, and ensuring that you meet all of the eligibility criteria. But, now what? How do you ensure that your scholarship submission stands out when...

What Are the Pros and Cons of Scholarships?

by Christopher Grafos | Mar 18, 2022 | Education, Scholarships

Is it worth your time to research scholarships for your college education? Is it worth your time to apply for scholarships? Are there any guarantees that you’ll win a scholarship prize if you go through the application process? As a college student, your time is...

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How to Win Scholarships and Grants – State of South Dakota

by Christopher Grafos | | College Scholarships, Financial Aid, High School Students, South Dakota, Undergraduate Students | 0 Comments

The State of South Dakota offers various financial aid opportunities for college students. The scholarships and grants are administered by the South Dakota Board of Regents. Below, we offer a list of these awards along with relevant links. Prior to submitting a...

How to Win Scholarships and Grants – State of South Carolina

by Christopher Grafos | | College Scholarships, Financial Aid, High School Students, South Carolina, Undergraduate Students | 0 Comments

The State of South Carolina offers various scholarship and grant programs. The financial aid opportunities are administered by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education. Below, we offer a list of these scholarship and grant programs along with links. The...

How to Win Scholarships and Grants – State of Rhode Island

by Christopher Grafos | | College Scholarships, Financial Aid, High School Students, Rhode Island, Undergraduate Students | 0 Comments

The State of Rhode Island offers a few college scholarship and grant programs. Scholarship funds are administered by the Rhode Island Department of Education. Below, we offer a list of these scholarship and grant opportunities with links. Before spending time on...

How to Win Scholarships and Grants – State of Pennsylvania

by Christopher Grafos | | College Scholarships, Financial Aid, Graduate Students, High School Students, Pennsylvania, Undergraduate Students | 0 Comments

The State of Pennsylvania offers several college scholarship and grant programs for students. Below, we offer a list of these programs for Pennsylvania residents. The scholarship and grant opportunities below are administered by the Pennsylvania Higher Education...

How to Win Scholarships and Grants – State of Oregon

by Christopher Grafos | | College Scholarships, Financial Aid, Graduate Students, High School Students, Oregon, Undergraduate Students | 0 Comments

The State of Oregon offers a variety of financial aid programs for college students. Below, we offer a list of these prizes with links to relevant pages. Oregon's scholarship and grant programs are administered by the Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC),...

How to Win Scholarships and Grants – State of Oklahoma

by Christopher Grafos | | College Scholarships, Financial Aid, High School Students, Oklahoma, Undergraduate Students | 0 Comments

There are many scholarships and grants available from the State of Oklahoma. Below we have included a list of these awards that help students pay for college. Before getting to the prizes, there are a couple of important points to know about the list below. First,...

How to Win Scholarships and Grants – State of Ohio

by Christopher Grafos | | College Scholarships, Financial Aid, Graduate Students, High School Students, Ohio, Undergraduate Students | 0 Comments

The State of Ohio offers many grant and scholarship programs for Ohio residents. The financial aid programs are designed to help high school seniors and undergraduate students access higher education. State-level scholarships and grants are administered by Ohio Higher...

How to Win Scholarships and Grants – State of North Dakota

by Christopher Grafos | | College Scholarships, Financial Aid, Graduate Students, High School Students, North Dakota, Undergraduate Students | 0 Comments

The State of North Dakota offers a variety of scholarships and grants. The State's awards are administered by the North Dakota University System. If you're a North Dakota resident, you may qualify for prizes based on merit and/or financial need. Your status as a high...

How to Win Scholarships and Grants – State of North Carolina

by Christopher Grafos | | College Scholarships, Financial Aid, High School Students, North Carolina, Undergraduate Students | 0 Comments

The State of North Carolina offers many scholarships and grants. The State's awards are managed by the College Foundation of North Carolina. Below, we outline state scholarships for North Carolina residents. Prizes exist for merit and financial need. There are also...

How to Win Scholarships and Grants – State of New York

by Christopher Grafos | | College Scholarships, Financial Aid, Graduate Students, High School Students, New York, Undergraduate Students | 0 Comments

The State of New York offers a generous amount of scholarships and grants for college students. The programs are managed by the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation. Below, you'll find a list of these prizes with links to more specifics. One of the...