by Christopher Grafos | Financial Aid, High School Students, Scholarship Mindset, Scholarship Motivation, Undergraduate Students
A few years ago, a student asked me a question during a scholarship presentation at a local library. The question was in response to a tip I offer students and parents. “A great resource for high school students can be your school’s guidance counselor,” I noted. An...
by Christopher Grafos | Financial Aid, Graduate Students, High School Students, Undergraduate Students
As a scholarship mentor, one of the biggest obstacles I’ve seen is when promising students face rejection early in their scholarship journey. Of course, finding and applying for scholarships takes time. So, when a student doesn’t see a return on their investment, it...
by Christopher Grafos | Graduate Students, High School Students, Scholarship Mindset, Scholarship Motivation, Undergraduate Students
Scholarship and grant applications are my specialty. I love the creativity of creating scholarship essays. I love researching awards and anticipating what will impress a scholarship committee. Above all else, as a student, I loved receiving a letter explaining how...
by Christopher Grafos | College Scholarships, Financial Aid, Graduate Students, High School Students, Undergraduate Students, University Scholarships
Using artificial intelligence (AI) for scholarships is a game changer. Many pain points that students and families previously faced with scholarships are now diminished – by a lot! AI has the capability to create unique scholarship personal statements in...
by Christopher Grafos | Financial Aid, High School Students, Scholarship Mindset, Scholarships, Undergraduate Students
When you think of attending college or university, the ever-present worry of how to fund it may come to mind. For many, scholarships are the answer. And the reality? You don’t have to limit yourself to just one. Applying for many scholarships can be your ticket to...
by Christopher Grafos | College Scholarships, Graduate Students, High School Students, International Students, Undergraduate Students
Choosing a college major can unlock specific scholarships tailored to your field of study. From engineering to English, scholarships by major are accessible and often face less competition. As a scholarship expert, I’m here to guide both parents and students through...
