Community Foundation of the Lowcountry

Helpful Tips

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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