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Applying to universities that are known to give generous merit is a wise choice if the financial commitment of university is a big factor in your decision making. Several universities offer a variety of aid to incoming students. The amount awarded is determined by the university and is based on a number of factors, the most typical being the financial information that you will provide to them during the application process and your academic performance. There are also a number of private scholarships available to students with varying criteria.
NOTE: NEVER PAY FOR FREE MONEY! SCHOLARSHIPS WILL NEVER HAVE AN APPLICATION FEE!
Types of Scholarships:
Merit Based
Awarded based on your academic performance; most common type of scholarship available
Need Based
Awarded based on your family's perceived financial status and your academic performance
Inclusion
Awarded based on academic performance to students from underrepresented backgrounds
Useful Websites:
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
To be completed annually by U.S. citizens and permanent residents
The CollegeBoard's financial assessment application, required by over 300 colleges.
Comprehensive Scholarship search engine
Comprehensive Scholarship search engine
Comprehensive Scholarship search engine
Comprehensive Scholarship search engine
Financial support for studying in the Netherlands
College Scorecard
College Navigator
Scholarships 360
Our MaiaLearning platform also houses a number of Scholarship opportunities so be sure to use the Scholarship Search feature. Beyond that, it is always good to reach out to your local community (parents' employers, clubs, etc. to learn about more scholarship opportunities).
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