How to Apply
The more information you have about your scholarship, the more prepared you are to start the process and land your share.
Better yet, take a few minutes to conduct a free search for college scholarships to find courses to qualify for.
Observe what you like and give your hobbies a new perspective
You may not think of your hobbies and interests as a way to help pay for school, but you should. There are college scholarships out there for everyone: crafters, gamers, vegans, green thumbs, Trekkies—you name it. Scholarships aren’t just for straight-A students or all-star athletes.
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Visit and have a look at universities yourself to get a better idea
A strong starting point for studying abroad is from your home university. Many universities and colleges have an overseas research site. Go and visit these offices in-person to ask for advice on how to get a scholarship to study abroad rather than simply communicating via mail or phone. Not only will this make it easier for your professors or your office abroad to support you, but they will be impressed by your strong willpower and enterprise to come and discuss financial assistance in person.
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Apply for scholarships early and often. Some scholarship deadlines are as early as a year before you start college. You don’t need to wait until you’ve made your final decision about your school to apply.
But don’t worry if you missed out on some of the earliest scholarship applications. There are lots of scholarship opportunities out there, all with different deadlines.
Apply for scholarships every year you’re in college, too—there are many scholarships for current college students.
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BE CAREFUL.
You shouldn’t have to pay for scholarships or for scholarship searches. School counselors and school financial aid offices can recommend reputable options, like our free Scholarship Search tool.
BE THOROUGH.
Don’t overlook smaller scholarships. Even a few hundred dollars can help offset the cost of textbooks and supplies.
BE HONEST.
Don’t exaggerate your grades, memberships, skills, or qualifications. You’re more likely to receive scholarships if you apply for the ones that match your interests and skills.
BE PROACTIVE.
Apply for scholarships every year you’re in college. Approximately 50 percent of available scholarships are for students already enrolled in college.
BE ATTENTIVE.
Some scholarships require you to write an essay while others may want letters of recommendation. Typos and missing materials can be the difference between winning or losing a scholarship.
BE ON TIME.
Meet all deadlines. If the scholarship application can’t be submitted electronically, use certified mail. Read and follow the instructions for studying abroad and allow yourself sufficient time to complete all your applications on time. Missing a deadline could disqualify you.
