SENIORS:

Create an Account (FSA ID)  https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch

FAFSA CHECKLIST:   https://www.educationquest.org/pdfs/FAFSAchecklist.pdf

WEBSITE TO FILL OUT FAFSA:  https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

The world of scholarship searching is a big one. There are a few things to be said about searching, identifying, finding, and applying for scholarships. 

1. Be careful, you should NEVER pay to apply for a scholarship. There are a lot of great opportunities for students and their families, but there are also a lot of scams, so if it looks questionable, move along. Here’s a site to help you avoid getting stung: www.finaid.org. 

2. I will consistently post scholarships that I receive on this website. However, don't rely solely on this list, as there are numerous scholarships that I do not list. Continue to do research on your own and utilize the links I post to outside scholarship databases. 

3. While local scholarships can be for smaller amounts, realize that you have a much better chance of being selected for them than you may with regional and national scholarships. A list of all local scholarships is listed below; this will be updated weekly throughout the school year to reflect accurate dates and application information. 

Remember, there are thousands, if not millions of scholarships available, take your time on searching for the right ones that you believe fit you best. Good luck, and don't hesitate to ask for help!

Need help writing a scholarship essay?  

check out this link: https://www.salliemae.com/scholarships/essays/

Listed below are some recommended, free scholarship databases for you to use. (Please note that some may have changed. I will be updating as th come to me.)

• http://www.clainaid.com/se-teacher-scholarshipThe Special Education Teacher Scholarship of Iowa is for a graduating senior who will continue his/her education at a college or university and is planning to study Education.

• http://www.claimaid.com/star-student-scholarship  The Star Student Scolarship of Iowa. Special education graduating senior students who will continue his/her education at a college or university

• https://www.raise.me/signup?country=US&signup_form_location=how-it-works Students can fill out their portal and get micro-scholarships for grades, activities, and much more.

• www.iowacollegeaid.gov Includes many scholarships that are specific to Iowa students.

• https://www.icansucceed.org/ican-scholarship-database A scholarship database managed by Iowa College Access Network (ICAN) helping Iowa students and families streamline their search for more local and regional scholarships.

• www.scholarships.com Includes a free college scholarship search and abundant loan and financial aid info.

• www.scholarships-4u.com Another excellent online scholarship search. Many possibilities can be researched at this site.

• www.fastweb.com A free service with access to information on scholarships, internships, grants, and loans.

• www.collegeboard.com/pay This College Board site offers a scholarship search, plus planning and SAT info.

• www.wiredscholar.com Offers college planning resources, as well as an online scholarship database.

• www.collegeNET.com Another online scholarship search.

• www.schoolsoup.com Contains the most comprehensive database available.

• https://www.standoutcollegeprep.com/iowa-scholarships/ Iowa Scholarship Directory: a list of 100+ vetted scholarships for students across the state, broken down by month. 

Scholarships!  Click HERE