StandOut College Prep

JANUARY 10, 2025

Important Note: The purpose of this detailed listing is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships for Montana students. Scholarship deadlines are cyclical, so even if a deadline has passed, the website will likely be updated for the 2023-24 cycle.

Scholarships

College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Your college education could be $20,000 cheaper if you win the Dell Scholarship. So how do you apply for the Dell Scholarship? Every year, the program awards 500 students from across the country with a $20,000 scholarship and a range of additional support services, such as academic advising and access to free teletherapy services.

Scholarships

Great College Advice

JANUARY 7, 2025

As we laid out back in August , your junior year is the most important year in preparing for college admissions from an academic standpoint as it is the last full year of grades that colleges will see as they review your college application and it will likely be your most rigorous year of classes with AP, Honors and/or IB courses.

Semester

College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship is pretty awesomeits one of the most generous scholarships available for high-achieving high school students with financial need. Of course, the Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship is highly competitive. It is not the $55,000 scholarship program for high school students.

Scholarships

StandOut College Prep

JANUARY 8, 2025

The purpose of this detailed listing of Connecticut scholarships for college is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships specifically for Connecticut students. Some of the deadlines may be from prior years. The deadline to apply is January 20th. March Frank E.

Scholarships

Niche

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Parents and guardians play a pivotal role in the college search and admissions process, often serving as trusted advisors, cheerleaders and financial planners. In fact, 48% of high school seniors reported that scholarship availability strongly influenced their decision while another 36% said it factored into their choice.

Financial Aid

UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

JULY 11, 2025

In the admissions review process, what exactly is UGA looking at/for? UGA Admission Essays – What are the topics/prompts. We do not limit admission offers based on a specific high school, county, or geographic area (we do use GA residency in our review though). If you are comfortable applying EA, apply EA.

Admissions

AdmissionSight

APRIL 21, 2025

About 99% of students in eligible programs receive scholarship support, making it more accessible to those who are passionate about Jewish leadership but may need assistance with the costs of education. Check out some of the scholarships you should know about: The Jewish Scholarship Service (JSS).

Scholarships

iSchoolConnect

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The UK’s vibrant multicultural environment ensures that Indian students feel welcomed and […] The post Study in the UK For Indian Students: Admission, Fee, Cost, Scholarships appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities, programs, tests, & more!

Scholarships

Great College Advice

DECEMBER 2, 2024

So, this is the question I hear over and over: “Does applying for financial aid hurt my college admissions chances?” Does applying for financial aid hurt my admissions chances? The actual act of applying for financial aid should have absolutely no bearing on whether a student gains admission to just about any college.

Financial Aid

College Essay Guy

MARCH 6, 2025

The Posse Scholarship is a pretty amazing opportunity for college-bound students: a prestigious, full-tuition merit scholarship awarded to high school students with strong leadership potential. It will also help you decide if the Posse Scholarship is the right fit for you. How much does the Posse Scholarship give?

Scholarships

Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

70% of students worry about understanding how to qualify for financial aid or scholarships, underscoring the need for clear, accessible guidance on these critical funding pathways. 68% worry about forgetting to submit a required form, and 67% feel anxious about doing an admissions interview. 60% struggled with finding the right fit.

Financial Aid

AdmissionSight

MARCH 26, 2025

Yale Medical School Acceptance Rate Trends Yale School of Medicine Class of 2027 Academic Profile Yale Medical School Admission Requirements How to Get into the Yale School of Medicine Yale Medical School Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Is the Yale Medical School Acceptance Rate?

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ACM College Consulting

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Course Selection : Ensure your coursework aligns with your future academic interests, goals, AND potential admissions requirements. Scholarships : Research potential scholarships available to juniors and start applying. Research Colleges Begin exploring potential colleges.

Applications

HelloCollege

JUNE 24, 2025

With the cost of college rising annually and recent changes to the FAFSA decreasing the number of families that qualify for need-based aid, scholarships are becoming more important to college planning than ever before. So why not do the same with scholarships? Scholarships for high school sophomores can be a great way to get started.

High School

UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Offers of Admission: 5,350+ In-State offers -This is somewhat more than last year’s admitted numbers, as our In-State EA applicant pool has grown and was very strong. I have a previous blog post on how admissions calculates the UGA GPA for your reference. EA application numbers are 14.6% Mid 50% Admitted Average GPA: 4.18-4.43

In-State

Great College Advice

JANUARY 14, 2025

We are often asked whether it is too early to start the college admissions process in the 10 th grade. If you are keenly interested in the college process and motivated to get started, the spring semester of 10 th grade is a perfect time to begin exploring the world of college admissions. Generous with scholarships?

Admissions

AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Compare that to $11,260 at public four-year institutions or a staggering $41,540 at private universities, and you can see why this option might make sense—especially if scholarships aren’t part of your plan. Most community colleges don’t require SAT or ACT scores for admission. This is often called the “2+2” model.

Community College

Simply Admissions

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Tip #2: Be True to Yourself Natalie from Tucker, Georgia, shared this gem: “Don’t try to appease college admissions officers; be true to who you are. Your authenticity shines in essays and interviews, giving admissions officers a glimpse of the person behind the application. You’ll get into the college that’s right for you.”

Admissions

Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

For some students, that means regular-round applications for schools like Wake Forest and Emory , which require all students interested in merit scholarships to submit their applications by November 15 th. Last year, UC schools received over 250,000 applications for Fall 2024 admission and accepted 167,000 of those students.

Applications

Discovery College Consulting

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The answer: National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Now that you know that, you’re probably wondering what the National Merit Scholarship is and how you qualify for it. To enter the National Merit Scholarship Program, students must take the PSAT/NMSQT in the fall of eleventh grade.

Scholarships

AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Check out a timeline that lays out what you need to tackle as you work through the college admissions process. Plus, taking the PSAT puts you in the running for the National Merit Scholarship Program , which could help you earn some serious scholarship money for college. Begin searching for scholarships.

Financial Aid

The College Pod

MARCH 21, 2025

It’s a detailed report colleges publish every year, filled with facts about admissions, financial aid, and what really matters in the application process. For example: " University of Michigan Common Data Set " If you don’t find it right away, look on the admissions or institutional research page of the college’s website. Others don’t.

Financial Aid

AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Start by focusing on the money you don’t have to repay—like scholarships, grants, and fellowships. Filing your application early can unlock a range of financial aid options, like scholarships, grants, and loans. Most college admissions experts recommend submitting as soon as applications open.

Financial Aid

Ivy Coach

AUGUST 21, 2023

The practice of legacy admissions now is being scrutinized across the country, including at Harvard. The university’s legacy admissions policy is under investigation by the U.S. Defenders of legacy admissions argue the practice fosters strong bonds with alumni and encourages donations and fundraising.

Ivy League

Excelsior Admissions Consulting

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

On their PSAT score report, juniors receive a Selection Index score that is used to determine their qualification for National Merit Scholarship eligibility. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation compares a student’s score to the eligibility score for that student’s home state. Who Does Not Need to Take the PSAT?

PSAT

College Essay Guy

JUNE 20, 2025

Either way, California scholarships might be a great option for you. Applying for scholarships gives you access to additional funding that you don’t have to pay back. This guide will walk you through what you need to know about California scholarships. Who sponsors the scholarships?

Scholarships

AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

If you’re preparing for college admissions, you’ve probably wondered how your ACT or SAT score stacks up. This guide breaks it all down, from explaining the SAT conversion table to helping you understand how your scores might fit into Ivy League admissions. According to a report by the College Board, more than 1.9 million in 2022.

ACT

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Take note: UC San Diego doesnt consider SAT or ACT scores for admission. Plus, there are grants, work-study, and scholarships to help out, so dont rule it out just because of the price tag! If you want to learn how to answer these questions effectively, check out our guide to UCSD supplemental essays. The good news?

Admissions

Enrollment Catalyst

MARCH 20, 2025

Lasting enrollment growth and marketing effectiveness require a comprehensive, strategic approach that integrates marketing, admissions, retention, and financial aid. But there is a proven path to success: Integrate marketing, admissions, retention, and financial aid into a cohesive strategy. But the truth is, there is no magic wand.

Enrollment

Peterson's Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Preparing for Major Exams or Transitions —Standardized tests, college admissions, or transitioning to a new grade level can be stressful. Our tutors will review your writing submission—whether a book report, college essay, or scholarship application—and provide feedback on cohesion, clarity, and persuasiveness.

Test Prep

Niche

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Meet students where they are with direct admissions : Direct admissions programs streamline the application process and bring you to the students. In fact, 80% of the high school juniors we surveyed were more interested in colleges that offered direct admissions programs.

Enrollment

Ruffaloni

JANUARY 16, 2025

But here’s where it gets interesting: Financial aid and scholarships have become the primary hook for attracting students, with 81 percent of juniors and 78 percent of seniors ranking them as crucial factors in college choice. This isn’t just about affordabilityit’s about perceived value and accessibility.

Financial Aid

AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Oxford vs Harvard: Acceptance Rates For the 2024 admissions cycle, Harvard University had an acceptance rate of 3.6% , making it one of the most selective universities in the world. Policies like test-optional admissions during the pandemic made it easier for more students to apply, but the competition is fierce with so few spots available.

Financial Aid

Grown & Flown

JULY 30, 2025

Luthar cites a New York Times article that states, Parents feel pressure to find constructive ways for their children to spend the hours after school, as well as to help their children keep up in the increasingly competitive universe of grade school, college admissions and college scholarships.

High School

UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 7, 2025

So what does this have to do with admissions? As such, UGA Admissions needs to be very careful in our admissions offers, as it is difficult to predict where a student will choose to attend college. Admissions offices do their best to predict who will enroll using data from prior years, but it is never a perfect science.

Enrollment

HelloCollege

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Choosing the Right Tutor A skilled tutor can unlock opportunities for college admissions, scholarships, financial aid, and future career paths. The evidence is clear, said Cardona, high-impact tutoring works, and Ive urged our nations schools to provide every student who is struggling with extended access to an effective tutor.

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