Scholarships for Alaska Students: Grants, Merit Aid, and Financial Aid Guide

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Alaska scholarships can make college affordable for students in the Last Frontier. The state offers merit-based awards, need-based grants, and university-specific aid. Alaska residents face unique challenges. Remote geography and high living costs make financial aid essential. However, Alaska also provides unique opportunities. The Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education (ACPE) administers the state’s primary scholarship … Read more

Scholarships for Alabama Students: Grants, Merit Aid, and Financial Aid Guide

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Alabama scholarships can make college surprisingly affordable for students across the Yellowhammer State. Alabama ranks among the most budget-friendly states for higher education. In-state tuition at public universities averages well below the national average. However, many students still leave thousands of dollars in free money on the table. The state offers need-based grants, merit awards, … Read more

How Athletic Scholarships Work: A Complete Guide to Getting Recruited

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Table of Contents What Are Athletic Scholarships and Who Offers Them? The Truth About Full-Ride Athletic Scholarships Big Changes to Athletic Scholarships in 2025-26 Understanding NIL and How It Affects Athletic Scholarships How the Recruiting Process Works for Athletic Scholarships Steps to Improve Your Chances of Earning Athletic Scholarships Athletic Scholarships and Financial Aid: How … Read more

CrowdStrike NextGen Scholarship

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This crowdstrike scholarship from CrowdStrike Foundation (administered by Scholarship America) is currently accepting applications. The CrowdStrike NextGen Scholarship awards $10,000 to undergraduate students pursuing degrees in cybersecurity or artificial intelligence. Up to 10 non-renewable awards are given annually, with selection based on academic record, coursework, and demonstrated interest in cybersecurity and/or AI. Financial need is … Read more

MALDEF Law School Scholarship Program

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This mexican scholarship from Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF) is currently accepting applications. MALDEF awards scholarships to law students who demonstrate a commitment to serving the Latino community. The scholarship committee evaluates applicants on personal background, financial need, academic achievement, and future plans to advance Latino civil rights. The application deadline is … Read more

ASHFoundation Graduate Student Scholarship for Minority Students

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This speech-language-hearing scholarship from American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation (ASHFoundation) is currently accepting applications. Awards up to three $5,000 scholarships to minority graduate students enrolled in communication sciences and disorders programs. Funded by the ASHFoundation Minority Fund, it supports students pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees in speech-language pathology or audiology at accredited U.S. institutions. The application deadline … Read more

How Scholarships in America Evolved From Colonial Times to Today

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Table of Contents The Very First Scholarships in America: Colonial Beginnings The 1800s: Financial Aid Gets Organized The 20th Century: When Scholarships in America Went Mainstream The Rise of Federal Financial Aid Scholarships in America Today: The Numbers That Matter Recent Changes: What’s New for Students The Unclaimed Scholarship Problem How to Make This History … Read more

All About Education Scholarship

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This unigo scholarship from Unigo is currently accepting applications. Essay-based scholarship open to US residents aged 14 and older who are currently enrolled or plan to enroll in an accredited post-secondary institution. Applicants submit a 250-word essay answering how a $3,000 scholarship would make a difference in their life. Judged on writing ability, creativity, originality, … Read more

Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship (via HACU)

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This hispanic scholarship from Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) / The Coca-Cola Foundation is currently accepting applications. Seventeen $5,000 scholarships for first-generation college students attending HACU-member institutions. Open to graduating high school seniors (2025-2026) and current college students who have completed at least one year of study. The application deadline is May 15, … Read more