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2 years ago
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Scholarships for US citizens that don't reside or go to high school in the US

My son is researching into scholarships but found that most require you to have gone to high school in the US or reside there. He's a US citizen but went to high school abroad. Any suggestions on find …

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How is "support" defined for FAFSA for divorced parents? What's included? Sports fees, car expenses, phone?

FAFSA for divorced parents. FAFSA will soon require form to be completed by parent who provides the most financial support to the student (rather than the one the student lives with more.) How is this …

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Applying to Scholarships without Knowing what College I'm Going to Yet?

Hello everyone, my question is essentially what I wrote in the subject line. Almost all of the scholarships I have found so far have asked me what college I plan on attending for the 2023-24 academic …

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2 years ago
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What if I can't get enough financial aid?

Hello!

I am a high school senior looking to go to college, but I'm worried that I won't be able to afford it. I had to fill out the FAFSA without parental information because my parent would not provid …

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2 years ago
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scholarships for Western Washington and University of Oregon

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I'm a senior this year and I've gotten two decisions back thus far (both acceptances-from Western Washington and University of Oregon) and I'm looking for some scholarships to apply to. UO award …

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What are some non essay scholarships for freshmen high schoolers?

I’m a freshmen in highschool but I want to get a head set on scholarships as I plan to be a lawyer which will take a lot of education. I’m an female and African American. My parents are divorced and I …

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2 years ago
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NCAA

I have offers from multiple D1 schools, how can I choose which one is best?

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2 years ago
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Financial aid process for international students

Hello! I'm from India and I'm planning to apply for financial aid for a few schools in the US. The thing is, I'm not sure where to start. Please help me out on the general process of applying for fina …

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2 years ago
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Doubt about applying for financial aid

Heyy there! I'm an indian/international student. I was wondering if we can/should submit out parents income certificate of year 2020 as an extra document after submitting non filers statements. I'm ap …

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2 years ago
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help of collage

my parents say i have to pay for myself so advice on websites for scholarships and grants and student loans

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2 years ago
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Any advice for oncoming college students ?

Here are some of my questions : How to pay for college , scholarship apps and names to apply for ? Best colleges that are affordable ?

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2 years ago
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What are like actual good websites for scholarships?

Personally I haven't had any luck with scholarships on your typical bold.org, niche, whatever. I have done Raise me and my money has been submitted so that's a good thing but I feel I have to do more …

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2 years ago
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On Common App when you go to submit is it money applied during submitting or after you submit?

So I wanna apply to Howard University by the end of the day since this is the day for Early Action but I'm also trying to save money and don't want to submit the $45 till I actually get some money so …

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2 years ago
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Doubt about applying for financial aid

Hi !! I'm an international student, from india. And I have no idea how to apply for financial aid. I've submitted my common application to Princeton and all I know is I have to make an Princeton appli …

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2 years ago
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529 College Savings

Does anyone know if a 529 counts against or hurts federal grant or other financial aid prospects?

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2 years ago
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I'm confused about how to get a Scholarship in next year or senior year?

I'm confused about how people get scholarships. Do they apply for one, when applying to the college they want to go to and when should I start looking into scholarships? Any help would be appreciated.

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2 years ago
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When are you more likely to start saving for college?

Chose one

 
Freshman or sophomore in high school
22%
 
Junior or senior in high school
45%
 
During college
16%
 
Wait, you have to save money for college😬
16%
Poll closed31 votes
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2 years ago
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When are you more likely to start saving for college?

Chose one

Sorry, there was a typo, "During highschool" is supposed to be during college". I will make a new poll.

 
Freshman or sophomore in high school
18%
 
Junior or senior in high school
45%
 
During Highschool
9%
 
Wait, you have to save money for college😬
27%
Poll closed11 votes
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2 years ago
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How do I prepare for the military (undecided occupation, may sway high school/college decisions)?

Hi all, I'm a sophomore in high school and am currently thinking about joining the military. Aside from defending my country/helping others, I also like the financial and environmental security (milit …

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2 years ago
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Saving for college

I struggle with saving money because every time I go to the store I buy a bunch of things I won't even use. Does anyone have any tips to help me save money instead of blowing it?

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