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
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Scholarship Thursday #5
June 5, 2008 by Mara Strom Each Thursday, The Financial Aid Finder offers you a list of outstanding scholarship opportunities with looming deadlines. If you're looking for free money to help pay for your college education, then you might enjoy one of our archived articles about writing scholarship essays, the four qualities scholarship committees look for, and free college … [Read more...] about Scholarship Thursday #5
In the News: Financial Aid For Veterans Becomes Hot Issue on Campaign Trail
June 2, 2008 by Mara Strom Whether you're for Obama, Clinton or McCain, here's an issue you might want to consider: Financial aid for our nation's service men and women. Do you know where your candidate stands? A new GI Bill is being debated in Congress, which if passed, would be the biggest expansion of education benefits to veterans since World War II. Sponsored by … [Read more...] about In the News: Financial Aid For Veterans Becomes Hot Issue on Campaign Trail
Tufts University Announces Loan Forgiveness for Public Servants
April 24, 2008 by Mara Strom Don't you just love it when your alma mater does something newsworthy that makes you truly proud to say you went to school there? Well, that's what happened to me yesterday, when I learned some great news about Tufts University! My alma mater recently unveiled its plans to be the first university in America to help encourage students to work … [Read more...] about Tufts University Announces Loan Forgiveness for Public Servants
Scholarship Update for April 21st
April 21, 2008 by Mara Strom Summer is just around the corner. Which means, it's time to start your search for the perfect summer job or internship -- you know, the one with enough earning potential to cover your contribution to tuition, room and board for next year. Summer jobs are undoubtedly a cash cow for many working students, but if you're looking for a less … [Read more...] about Scholarship Update for April 21st