July 17, 2008 by Mara Strom July is more than half-way through, which means you're probably starting to think about heading off (or back) to school. Believe it or not, it isn't too late to earn a few more thousand dollars for your college education. This week, we've got a list of three great opportunities, that could net you over $23,000! So amidst your busy back-to-school … [Read more...] about Student Scholarship Thursday #11
college scholarship
On The Campaign Trail: John McCain on Higher Education
ARCHIVE STORY - June 30, 2008 by Mara Strom Last week, we spotlighted the views of Barack Obama, the (presumed) Democratic nominee, on higher education and financial aid. I promised you then that I wasn't being partisan -- and that we'd look this week at what the Republican nominee John McCain has to say about funding your college education. Well, I'm keeping my promise, but … [Read more...] about On The Campaign Trail: John McCain on Higher Education
On The Campaign Trail: Barack Obama on Financial Aid
June 23, 2008 by Mara Strom A few weeks ago, I mentioned the brouhaha that was brewing between Barack Obama and John McCain over the Democrats' proposal to fully fund scholarships for 3-year veterans. Well, that's not the only financial aid issue making its way onto the '08 campaign trail with the presumed Presidential candidates. We know that figuring out how to pay for … [Read more...] about On The Campaign Trail: Barack Obama on Financial Aid
Scholarship Thursday #6
June 12, 2008 by Mara School may be out for summer - but don't get too comfortable lounging at the pool, especially if you still need some more cash to pad your college fund. Here's a look at three great scholarships with mid to late June deadlines that you don't want to miss. 1) Safety Scholars Competition Are you a budding film major? Fancy becoming an advertising … [Read more...] about Scholarship Thursday #6