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When attending a private institution but being short on the funds, what's the best way to find scholarships?

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Sheryl’s Answer

Hi Ashley,

The internet is always a good place to start, but be aware that everyone else will be looking in those same places online that you are. When searching, be as specific as possible. If you belong to an organization or you have a specific skill, search there. Some examples to Google for scholarship information might be:

  • college scholarships for orthopedic nursing students
  • college scholarships for children of government employees
  • college scholarships for student volunteers
  • college scholarships for left handed people
  • college scholarships for great-grandchildren or descendants of WWII veterans (or active military)
  • college scholarships from .... (enter company or organization name here) -

Some of these may sound silly, but you get the idea... you never know what's available until you do soem creative and/or specific searches that pertain to you, your talents, and even your location. When I was a student, there was a scholarship available to anyone living within 1 mile of railroad tracks (offered by the railroad, of course).

I highly recommend that you visit your local library. You will be shocked how many resources your librarian will have available. They could also be keyed into ideas for local scholarships.


GOOD LUCK with your searching!

Sheryl recommends the following next steps:

Internet research with specific searches for scholarships (or grants) related to you, your family, your interests, your talents.
GO to your local library and either spend time with a librarian or set an appointment to meet with someone later regarding scholarships. A few hours of your time could result in a great result for helping you with your costs for college.
Ask teachers, friends, neighbors, doctors.... (really, anyone you come in contact with) if they are aware of scholarships that may be available to you.
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Morgain’s Answer

If your university has a scholarship office, they can often help you find additional funds. It's their job to help folks fund college, and they are happy to help.
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