Scholarships

How can I find Scholarships? Click here for the Scholarship Tips Guide. 

• It is important that students check these resources often as new opportunities are added frequently, especially during the spring. 

• Colleges/Universities: Many colleges have their own scholarships, this is your best resource for scholarship money. Contact the financial aid offices or visit their website to inquire about available scholarships. Be sure to keep track of all deadlines! 

  • National Scholarship Search Engines: In addition to local and regional scholarship opportunities, students should also utilize resources to research national scholarships. Scholarships are listed all the time with various deadlines. The following websites can be used for your national scholarship search:

    • • Cappex 

      • College Board, Big Future

      • Fastweb

      • Going Merry

      • Scholarships.com

      • Unigo

      • CHET

      • CT Department of Higher Ed

      • CT Department of Higher Ed- Paying for College

      • Student Scholarships.org

• Additional Scholarship Resources: Family, businesses, employers, civic organizations, charities. Ask family and friends if they are associated with organizations/businesses that provide scholarships. Often part-time jobs have opportunities for college-bound students, check with your employer. 

  • • • 12 Tips for Winning a Scholarship