SCHOLARSHIP DATABASE: (Be sure to check all tabs on spreadsheet) All scholarship info and links are on this Google Sheet. If you need any help or more information, see your counselor.
Beware of scams. If you have to pay a fee to get money to apply for a scholarship, it's probably a scam.
The FAFSA is the gateway to the largest source of financial aid.
You have to do the FAFSA because it's the first step to getting federal, state, and college-based financial aid, including grants, and loans. Even if you don't think you'll qualify, filing the FAFSA is important because it determines your eligibility for need-based aid, makes you eligible for federal loans, and can provide access to other state and institutional scholarships and aid.
When filling out a scholarship application remember that neatness, thoroughness and presentation count. Your application is often the only way that a scholarship committee will know you. The more complete and clean it is, the better your first impression will be.
**Do not forget to send a thank you note if you receive a scholarship**