Paying for college or technical training can feel intimidating and stressful. However, with careful planning and support through grants, loans, and scholarships, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Just remember—financial aid won’t find you; you have to go after it. Apply for as many scholarships as you can, talk to a college financial aid advisor, and apply for Federal Student Aid by completing the FASFA. What are you waiting for? Get started today.
Scholarship Tips:
Complete a Resume (beginning with your Freshman Year of high school). List any and all community service activities, extra curricular activities, and awards. The information listed will help with applications and scholarships
Start drafting essays early to save yourself time. Most of the scholarship essays have the same components. Have several people edit them before the deadline dates.
If you need a letter of recommendation from a teacher or community member, complete the following sheet to give to the person. (Information for Letter). Be courteous and allow two weeks for the person to write the letter.