It helps to view your scholarship search like a treasure hunt – there is money at the end, but you have to dig around for it. Here are some helpful tips to help you with your search:
Begin your search in your junior year
Set up an appointment with your guidance counselor
Take SAT and ACT tests early
Focus on colleges or universities that meet your personal, educational goals
Seek out departmental or athletic scholarships available through the colleges
Ask if your parent’s employers provide scholarship assistance
Inquire about student loans or work-study programs
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