Tips for Success: The Scholarship Search

At Centra, we know that although going to college is expensive, it’s also an important step for many. That’s why we’re offering $2,500 scholarships to 25 high school students and two adult students. We want to help as many students as possible get a college degree that will prepare them for success!

There are many other scholarships students might consider, too. The sites below may be a good place for you to start your search:

• https://www.fastweb.com/

• https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/grants-scholarships

• https://www.scholarships.com/

Be sure to use some of these tips for scholarship success from Fast Web:

1. Start the scholarship search process sooner rather than later.
2. Apply for scholarships in various categories.
3. Include letters of recommendation.
4. Don’t count out scholarships with lower award amounts.
5. Don’t avoid scholarships that require essays.

Remember, you can’t win if you don’t try. The more scholarships you apply for, the more scholarships you’ll have a chance to get! Do the work. Your future-self will thank you!