Scholarships
Resources
Resources
There are countless online resources to help you find your best options for scholarships. Below are a few websites with huge databases of scholarships. This is just a starting point - you'll have to narrow down your options and find the best ones for you!
- College Board: A comprehensive guide to just about everything you need to know on grants and scholarships.
- Federal Student Aid: This website provides information on all of the federal grants offered by the U.S. Department of Education.
- Scholarships.com: A tool that lets you research millions of different scholarship options.
- College Financial Aid Advice: This site offers tips and advice on applying for financial aid. Additionally, they have a page specifically for scholarships for Black/African-American students.
- UNCF: The United Negro College Fund manages dozens of scholarships, including the Gates Millennium Scholars Program.
To get a brief overview of some popular scholarships, take a look at our Launch U Scholarships Resource.
Things to Consider
Things to Consider
- Does your GPA/ACT score meet the minimum requirement?
- Some scholarships require involvement in certain clubs or activities. Have you participated in what they are looking for?
- What is the deadline for applying?
- What additional resources (e.g. letters of recommendation, transcripts, etc.) are required?
- How much time will you need to spend on this scholarship in order to produce a quality application?
For Backup: the STAR Scholarship (Chicago City Colleges)
For Backup: the STAR Scholarship (Chicago City Colleges)
- Open to all students who graduate from CPS High Schools, regardless of US Citizenship
- Covers 3 years tuition/Associate’s Degree at Chicago City Colleges (whichever comes first)
- Minimum requirements:
- 3.0 unweighted composite GPA
- Minimum 17 on English and Math sections of ACT
- Learn More Here
- This can provide a great back-up option for students who cannot afford the financial aid packages offered at their 4-year options