Scholarships are gifts. They don't need to be repaid. There are THOUSANDS of them, offered by schools, employers, private companies, nonprofits, communities, and religious groups (Check out the B-EHS Local Scholarships Spreadsheet). Begin applying for as many scholarships as you can! You can never apply for too many scholarships! Scholarships may be awarded based on academic achievement, leadership potential, artistic talents, athletic ability, career plans, the field of study, or special hobbies or interests.
Be sure you find out about the specific requirements of your scholarships.
Start HERE, Prepare a financial plan and apply for financial aid: The Free Application for *Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) or the Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) applications open in December. You should complete this step as soon as possible!
Before you begin to fill out the FAFSA application...
Will I qualify for Financial Aid and Grants? 👆Click here to find out! Financial Aid Calculator
Collect the required documents, 👆Click HERE! FAFSA Student Checklist: Information to Collect
You must create an FSA ID 👆What is the FSA ID? ● 👆Create your FSA ID now
As you start filling out the application, parental information is needed. Each family is unique and this chart will help guide decipher 👆"Who's my parent when I fill out my FAFSA?"
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*WASFA Information (state financial aid for students who are not eligible for federal aid because of immigration status, including undocumented students) 👆Click here if *WASFA applies to you!
The Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) is the first step to apply for financial aid for some undocumented students who live in Washington state. Completing the WASFA is free and gives eligible students access to state financial aid to pay for vocational, technical, 2-year, and 4-year colleges in Washington. Undocumented students with or without DACA should complete the WASFA.Tips:
Read all the descriptions, eligibility & criteria.
Are you eligible for any scholarships? If yes, apply! Fill out the application and don't forget to check the application distribution, and deadline.
Don't Forget!
The Foundation is managed by an all-volunteer Board of Directors, comprised of community and business leaders, who fundraise and manage local scholarships, and are committed to assisting students to achieve their higher education goals.
If you have any questions regarding The B-EAF, please contact Andy Martin atmartin1@comcast.net
Opens in October!
Fill out 👆The B-EAF Application. Completing the School Profile for Dollars for Scholars General Overview
👆Burlington-Edison Alumni Foundation/Dollars for Scholars Website.
Don't forget to:
Local scholarships are a great way to help pay for college! Our Local donors want to see our students succeed. The chances of winning a local scholarship are greater than the odds of winning state or national scholarships. Start applying today!
1.) 🔍 Search and review the 50+(Skagit Valley area) 👆B-EHS Local Scholarship Spreadsheet.
2.) 👀 Read Eligibility & Criteria Requirements Carefully
3.) 📝 Get Organized: Make a solid list of scholarships for which you are eligible. Use this 👆Scholarship Application Organizer to keep track of all the scholarships you apply to.
4.) 💻 Apply for the scholarships you are eligible for!
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Before you submit your scholarship...Double-check the required documents for your specific scholarship because each application will require different documents!
✅ Scholarship Application: Thoroughly read the application.
✅ 1 or 2 letter(s) of Recommendation: Usually from an educator and a non-family member.
✅ Essay: Make it personal and include impactful details.
✅ B-EHS Transcript: Records of your academic achievements
✅ Resume: Connect your resume to the scholarship.
✅ College Acceptance Letter: Stating you are admitted to the college you applied for.
If yes...you're in luck! Filling out ONE application covers ALL the scholarships listed below!
What is the B-EHS Local Scholarship Application? Answer: These Local scholarship donors listed below have agreed to use our B-EHS Local Scholarship Application for their specific scholarship in order to help make the process more efficient for our students. HOWEVER, many of the scholarships listed below require additional essays (Go to Part 1 to read the specific essays). Be sure to find out about the specific requirements!
PART 1: 👀 READ the Specific Requirements for the scholarships you are eligible for:
🐯B-EHS Local Scholarship Application-SPECIFIC ESSAYS - Google Doc.
PART 2: ✍🏼 Fill out the B-EHS Local Scholarship Application TIP: Watch this B-EHS Local Scholarship Application How-to-video!
🐯 B-EHS Local Scholarship Application!
⚠️Don't Forget: Once you open the application, you will need to make a copy of your own! Go to "File", choose "Make a Copy" and rename it and save it in your Google Drive.
This spreadsheet only provides scholarship names and descriptions. You will have to click on the hyperlink name to find more info and deadlines.
National Scholarships Spreadsheet
This spreadsheet only provides scholarship names and descriptions. You will have to click on the hyperlink name to find more info and deadlines.
Apply for Financial Aid - FAFSA or WASFA
Apply for Local Scholarships including The B-EAF
Apply for College Scholarships
Apply for State Scholarships
Apply for National Scholarships
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