When looking for scholarships, there are many places you can start. Once you’ve applied to college(s), first look at what financial aid and scholarships they offer on their site. Many colleges will also offer external scholarships, which may be overlooked by many. If you are planning to stay in state, check out local scholarships such as the Susan T Buffet, Foundation for LPS, and Lincoln Community Foundation, etc. Additionally, trustworthy sites such as CollegeBoard, EducationQuest, and Federal Student Aid will offer a lot of resources and scholarship opportunities. If you are employed, there’s also a chance your place of employment may offer scholarships. You may still find yourself struggling, but don’t be afraid to reach out to a school counselor or contact the financial aid office at a college/university for additional help or any questions! - Amal
As an out-of-state student, I knew right off the bat that my education was going to cost more that many of my in-state peers. To combat this, I began my scholarship search immediately. For those of you struggling to find scholarships, I encourage you to reach out to a local organization that you are apart of or are familiar with. Many local organizations seek to aid students in the college application process and offer various scholarships to contribute to their education. Applying to local scholarships is a great way to stand out against the other applicants, especially if you are familiar with the organization's mission. When scholarship committees begin their reviewing process, many of the applications are just words attached to an unfamiliar face. When reviewers can put a name to a face, this can help bring your application and story to life! - Gina