ccp 4.1.1 Study: Scholarships

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Scholarships available for current college students are based on what criteria?

-based on exceptional abilities or a specific major. -for majoring in a field in which his or her demographic is underrepresented

Scholarship options for transfer students are similar to those available to whom? How are they different?

-first-time freshman -there are usually fewer scholarships to choose from & they provide less money

According to the College Board, what are some good ways to find scholarships?

-local scholarships -states scholarships -national scholarships -look on free services like the College Board's Scholarship Search

Take a moment to think of traits that make you different from others — talents you have or a career you are interested in pursuing. Write what they are.

-varsity tennis -chamber orchestra -good at problem solving

List five steps you can take now to prepare yourself for the scholarship application process

1. Start by researching local scholarships 2. Check organizations and employers 3. Use a free scholarship search service 4. contact you state's department of higher education 5. Research institutional scholarships

List four general criteria that qualify a student for scholarships

1. high GPA 2. high class rank 3. high scores on ACT of SAT 4. demonstrate exceptional athletic or artistic abilities

Define merit-based aid and need-based aid.

Merit-based aid: awards through grants or scholarships based on excellence in academics, leadership, volunteerism, athletic ability, and other areas determined by the granting organization Need-based aid: awards through grants, scholarships, or loans based on a student's or parent's level of income. Those w. lower incomes are offered money to make college more affordable

Should you ever pay for information about scholarships? Why or why not?

no; If the organization providing the information requires payment, it is trying to scam you.


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