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we see rapidly growing number of seniors leaving high school without meeting the college readiness benchmark in any of the subjects we measure

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- By James Paterson

The average composite score on the ACT for last year s seniors plummeted to its lowest level in three decades and there are indications that while the pandemic played a role there may have been significant performance slippage before it took its heavy toll on academics

- By Jori Hamilton

With more students coming to college with a broader set of needs and more often seeking practical skills in new approaches to work are taking shape through apprenticeships internships and work study programs

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elcome to our Fall issue of Next tep magazine and the school year

Last year, there was a great sense of relief and excitement by educators, students, and parents about returning to in-person classes. Working together they made herculean efforts to bring our schools back to normal

This year we take stock of the future of education as a new group of college bound students prepare for college and universities get ready for them In doing so, we first take a stock of some of the impacts of COVID. We are already seeing data showing a significant drop in academic performance across the board The results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress report showed a steep decline in America’s 9-year-olds in reading and math, with the largest declines for low performing students https: prn.to 3DabSbu . And in looking at college bound students, the average ACT composite score dropped to below 20, the lowest in 30 years despite fewer students taking the tests The number of students found proficient across all four benchmarks of the ACT dropped from 25 to only 22 of high school graduates Source: https: bit.ly 3sC8Fwp . Rates of anxiety and depression among students are at record levels And it is important to remember that these trends predate COVID and were likely only exacerbated by the crisis.

In the face of these trends, experts are calling for new strategies and the Federal Government has directed funding to schools across the country U S Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona has argued these trends to call for action and raise the bar for our students using the funds provided and to recognize this moment for the urgency it carries Some schools have been able to use the funds to close some of the education gaps https: bit.ly 3zk0TLv

As stakeholders in this industry, we can all do things to help There are many ideas to make a difference:

We can help reduce shortage of teachers and experienced educators we are facing.

Toward this end and more generally, we can continue to appreciate our teachers and promote their contributions and provide them with tools and resources that can help

Every school and district must assess students and identify gaps that exist in learning and across various subjects

This can then lead to programs at individual schools or outside to develop and enrich students in the key areas identified

Secondary schools and colleges can work with influencers, parents, and political leaders to provide additional funding when needed

Given the importance of this issue, we have an article on the raising the bar on college readiness. We are also excited to bring a number of articles by our editorial staff and writers in this issue on how to best choose a major, along with an updated list of majors careers in our “Undeclared Major Series” In the pay for college section, we discuss the significant changes to the financial aid process and the FAFSA form that are new in 2022, as well as a guide to scholarships In the college life section, we offer some fun dorm hacks, and an article on how to prepare and survive dorm life

In conclusion, 2022 is a time of great change and immense challenges for our students and colleges. For students, college remains vital for many of their plans and dreams Thank you as always to our readers and please do not hesitate to share your comments with us

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he average composite score on the AC for last year s seniors plummeted to its lowest level in three decades and there are indications that while the pandemic played a role there may have been significant performance slippage before it took its heavy toll on academics

The good news, however, is that because there was a lot of attention on the problems the pandemic might have caused – including sweeping data about learning loss – there has been a focus on the issue and federal state and local school officials are apparently scrambling to stem the tide.

I ve traveled to 35 states and talked with countless students, families and educators. In every conversation, it s clear: The pandemic has had profound impacts on our children and youth https bit ly zxkE , said U S Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. Our students academic performance will reflect these impacts – as well as inequities in educational

opportunity that preceded and continued through the pandemic Cardona blamed previous administration for an inadequate response and pointed to signs that student performance was improving, in part thanks to millions of dollars pumped into schools by the federal government. But some research shows that even prior to the pandemic students were feeling they weren t prepared for college – while colleges were feeling similarly And those feelings linger

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There has always been concern about whether K-12 schools adequately prepare students, and a survey https bit ly d by Harris Interactive for the Pearson Foundation showed that more than half of the 1,205 community college students surveyed felt unprepared for collegelevel coursework and that their high schools did not give them fundamental skills or challenge them enough.

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small fraction of the 911 two- two- and four-year colleges surveyed said enrolled students requiring remediation and about 20 percent had to put half their students in support classes.

The rates are so high that there s no question students are getting out of high school without the skills they need to succeed in college, Alex Mayer, a senior research associate at the education think tank MRDC, told the Hechinger report The other side of it is these students are not getting out of college, for the most part.

So, there have been those concerns historically about adequate college readiness and then came the pandemic s crushing effect on academics and other school and life experiences and worries that it created severe emotional health issues https nscresearchcenter org public ations that crippled student performance.

This fall, reading and mathematics scores of students age nine fell between 2020 and 2022, according to results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress NCES . It was the first drop ever math and the largest in reading in 30 years

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Meanwhile ACT reported that its national average composite score for the high school class of 2022 was 19.8, the lowest average score in more than three decades, It is the first time since 1991 that the average ACT composite score was below 20.0, ACT reported, and officials there suggested not only the pandemic was to blame

The number of students reaching none of the ACT college readiness benchmarks rose four percent to 42 percent of students.

This is the fifth consecutive year of declines in average scores, a worrisome trend that began long before the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, and has persisted, said ACT CEO Janet Godwin The magnitude of the declines this year is particularly alarming, as we see rapidly growing numbers of seniors leaving high school without meeting the college-readiness benchmark in any of the subjects we measure

As an example of the brighter light shown on the problem that otherwise might not have gotten as much attention, she said longtime systemic

failures have caused the decline and that a return to the pre-pandemic status quo would be insufficient and a disservice to students and educators

These systemic failures require sustained collective action and support for the academic recovery of high school students as an urgent national priority and imperative, she said

and pointed to some positive data –including that the percentage of students who were behind grade level in at least one content area had declined from about 50 percent to 36 percent.

Cardona said that schools were more often investing in evidence based efforts to improve student performance, including Guilford County Schools in North Carolina which used federal relief funds for some 67,000 hours of intensive tutoring to their students https bit ly DlF k and Jefferson County Public Schools in Kentucky which opened student support centers staffed by retired teachers https bit ly v for targeted support to students.

Officials in owa are using over million in relief funds https bit ly h to create a program to train 500 new teachers and 500 new paraeducators to support and accelerate student recovery statewide. Along with supporting students academically, school districts are

beefing up counseling and support services https bit ly g B to help students and families who have struggled with emotional or financial problems during and after the pandemic, a problem that obviously can have a dramatic effect on student success

Again, back more than a decade ago, the College Board found https bit ly od z that nearly 70 percent students entering college did not think that their course work in high school was challenging enough and that perception is both accurate and likely to persist, experts say. It is leading some districts to increase rigor and work more closely with colleges to align their courses with the college curriculum

That survey also showed about half of students wished they had taken more math courses, a concern some schools are trying to address with support from higher education https bit ly zzC . They are also looking more closely at scheduling and course offerings and selection to see if fine-tuning those areas can improve college readiness

With input from a team of principals, Education World highlighted several areas https bit ly FBvEi where schools could work to improve student achievement, including more closely examining data and student work to see where specific gaps are.

It s the result of a concerted effort by an entire staff -- an effort that is very likely to include extensive data analysis, the report said, focused teacher training and frequent monitoring of student progress.

caused to standardized testing protocols and enrollment generally prompted a big jump in the number of colleges who are giving students options about presenting test scores but uncertainty still remains about testing policies and how they will take shape in the future For students there also is a big question about their own choice

Given the option for submitting scores what should they choose to do

There are no clear answers to those questions, but experts say when the school year gets underway and things somewhat return to normal, it will become clearer how the issues surrounding the SAT and ACT testing will pan out, particularly the circumstances when a student should take them

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factors students should take into consideration when they weigh whether to take a test – or even whether they choose a particular school based on their test policy. Financial aid or sports scholarships, for instance, may be based on test scores and certain departments within a college may consider them despite the college being test optional. A student who does well on such tests obviously may want to present scores, especially if other items in their profile are less strong.

Bob chaeffer, executive director of Fair est https www fairtest org , which advocates for a move away from stan- dardized testing, believes the trend away from standardized tests will continue

“The bottom line is that we have found more than 70 percent of all U S fouryear schools will not require most or all

Gina Gerrato Greenhaus, a San Diegobased educational consultant who has worked closely with students over the last two years when so much has been up in the air about testing, says, however, that no one seems certain about t h e p o l i c i e s c o l l e g e s w i l l f o l l o w i n t h e f u t u r e . S h e r e c o m m e n d s t h a t s t u d e n t s p a y c l o s e a t t e n t i o n t o t h e t r e n d s a n d t h e s p e c i f i c a p p r o a c h e s o f t h e c o l l e g e s t h a t i n t e r e s t t h e m

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One of her students who wanted to study engineering only had good grades but was “a very good test-taker with close to a perfect score” and she recommended he submit scores. However, for another senior who was a strong student and was going to an out-of-state school where she was obviously qualified, Gerrato Greenhaus didn’t advocate for submitting test scores. “Her grades and extracurricular profile spoke for itself and she was accepted to several colleges with scholarships,” she says “If the test score is going to add to a student’s profile then it makes sense to submit one, she says. “In other cases, it’s a neutral or negative factor.” Some students worry that colleges say they are blind to test scores but still may use them, potentially just to initially screen students, she notes.

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aime anduke, associate director of college counseling at the Marin Academy in San Francisco, says she gives her students specific suggestions:

“My advice is to only send testing if they are in the middle 50 percent or above of the college’s average testing range I have anecdotally heard from admissions folks that a student may have been more successful in the process if the college had not seen that lower score It’s important not to blindly send a test score everywhere even if you have one.”

She says she has seen data from colleges suggesting that up to ninety percent of their students omitted testing last year, and even the most selective colleges still saw at least fifty percent of their admitted

students didn’t submit scores.

“I always remind students that admissions offices are looking for support and information in favor of admission, and not the other way around Ultimately, students are so much more than an eight-page PDF, and they are definitely more than a four-hour test on a Saturday morning,” she says “I have had juniors and seniors of varying backgrounds who have said ‘No thanks’ to that level of stress and simply never opened an ACT or SAT book or bothered taking a test at all They’ve dedicated themselves to their studies and other meaningful activities and had faith in the colleges that when they said test optional they meant it”.

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He doesn’t believe most schools use test scores as a tie-breaking mechanism but is concerned that a “moderate number of institutions that suspended ACT/ SAT-admissions requirements still relied on standardized exam scores to award merit aid”.

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He recommends that students consider taking advantage of having the option “Current high school students need to recognize that they are members of the first generation in 100 years that does not have to take the SAT or ACT for college admissions in the vast majority of circumstances,” he says “That gives each individual the option to decide whether it’s worth the time and resources, financial and psychological.”

I ALWAYS REMIND STUDENTS THAT ADMISSIONS OFFICES ARE LOOKING FOR SUPPORT AND INFORMATION IN FAVOR OF ADMISSION, AND NOT THE OTHER WAY AROUND.

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ith limited outlets and lots of electronics electricity becomes a challenge urthermore you may be out for hours between classes and can t afford to run low hile bringing power strips is common three other investments are worthwhile irst get B and Apple cables at least feet long to extend your coverage econd purchase a charging pad or stand for your phone preferably one capable that can simultaneously charge headphones and or a watch for your bedside table inally be sure to get a solid portable charger for those days when you will be out all day

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pace is at a premium in dorms for both sitting and storage

An ottoman can add many functions ou can instantly add extra seating for gatherings in a pinch or can use it to store many items that you cannot fit elsewhere or example you can store laundry by turning it into a hamper

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ireless headphones are great for music or streaming but living in the confined space of a dorm you need to upgrade to something with active noise cancellation that works to neutralize outside noise hether you have a noisy neighbor a snoring roommate or street noise headphones are critical for a good night s sleep before that critical exam

A DECA ant to quickly and easily decorate a room without much expense ant to avoid damaging walls and get charged for it all decals are a way to add some pizzazz to your room on a budget and in a few minutes ou can go with subtle detailing or over the top design t s all up to you

any people will raise their beds to increase storage in dorms n some cases the height is so great it s a challenge to get into bed with a stool or ladder Consider instead using a few risers to raise the bed just a bit his can often make storage under the bed far larger

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hen not on the bed there are apt to be countless hours spent on the floor with friends doing everything from eating pizza playing a board game or squeezing in for a movie o you need something that maximizes your comfort At the same time this is a high traffic area and there is a good chance you will want to replace it by the end of the year

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A DE B E F F EE A D G E F ave a desk but lack enough shelves A bookshelf that rests on your desk may be a good way to create that extra bit of organization imilarly a free standing shelf can often increase the storage options in your closet An alternative is to get stackable storage systems from your local container store

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olding laundry seems simple but many websites recommend a system for college ou can either stack your clothes vertically or roll your clothes hy irst it saves space and is helpful in future when you need to travel econd it lets you easily see all of your clothes when you open the drawer to take the right ones that day

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hen you can t sleep at night you will need to avoid using your smartphone he screen is apt to keep you up and potentially your roommate to boot he soft illumination of an ebook will occupy you until you feel ready for bed without disturbing your sleep Don t have a reader before bed ome prefer listening to audiobooks or podcasts as a way to fall asleep

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ith fall comes a new move or a return to dorm life Dorm living is an integral part of college life but not without its challenges

ere are some dorm hacks designed to maximize productivity and make the most of your space

ne of the biggest rights of passage while attending college is moving into a dorm hile not everyone does it it can be a fun and exciting way to immerse yourself in the college experience

owever for many college students moving into a dorm is also the first time you re moving away from home https bit ly bz a avigating a new place meeting new friends and roommates and trying to balance your mental health and class load all at once can be overwhelming

hankfully there are things you can do to prepare for dorm life and make the entire experience easier on yourself ith a little planning and preparation now you can thrive in a dorm environment and quickly learn to love your new life of independence

et s take a look at some tips that will help you out right away

etting ready to leave home and head to a dorm can be one of the most stressful parts of the whole moving experience t s essential to make sure you have everything you need to feel comfortable in your new living space he last thing you want is to get there and realize you forgot to pack something important ome of the basic dorm essentials https bit ly Akq d you should make sure you re bringing along

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Comfortable bedding including your own sheets and a comforter

An alarm clock

A shower caddy

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A laundry basket

A desk fan

At least one trash can

A mini fridge

A hand held vacuum

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few things solely for comfort hat might include a stuffed animal or blanket from home some of your favorite clothes or a favorite book or two Even if you don t ever use wear those things in your dorm simply having them there can reduce your stress levels and help you feel a sense of calm when everything else feels unfamiliar

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o u d o n t h a v e t o f a l l i n t o t h o s e t r o p e s o f s u r v i v i n g o n a m e n n o o d l e s a n d p i z z a a n d s t a y i n g u p a l l n i g h t m u l t i p l e t i m e s a w e e k n s t e a d y o u c a n b o o s t y o u r m e n t a l a n d p h y s i c a l w e l l b e i n g w h i l e l i v i n g i n a d o r m b y c r e a t i n g a r o u t i n e t h a t f o c u s e s o n s e l f c a r e

A h e a l t h y r o u t i n e l o o k s d i f f e r e n t f o r e v e r y o n e s o t r y d i f f e r e n t t h i n g s t o d e t e r m i n e w h a t w o r k s f o r y o u t m i g h t i n c l u d e w a k i n g u p a t t h e s a m e t i m e e a c h m o r n i n g a n d g o i n g t o b e d a t t h e s a m e t i m e e a c h n i g h t f o c u s i n g o n h e a l t h y m e a l s g e t t i n g p l e n t y o f p h y s i c a l a c t i v i t y a n d t a k i n g t i m e t o c a r e f o r y o u r m e n t a l h e a l t h r a c t i c i n g t h i n g s l i k e m i n d f u l n e s s a n d m e d i t a t i o n d a i l y c a n r e d u c e t h e s t r e s s o f t e n c a u s e d b y c o l l e g i a t e c h a o s p e a k i n g o f y o u r m e n t a l h e a l t h h o w e v e r r e m e m b e r t h a t s e l f c a r e c a n s o m e t i m e s g o t o o f a r h t t p s b i t l y t w e l h i l e i t s e s s e n t i a l t o i n t e g r a t e i t i n t o y o u r l i f e a s m u c h a s p o s s i b l e s e l f c a r e p r a c t i c e s s h o u l d n e v e r t a k e t h e p l a c e o f g e n u i n e m e n t a l h e a l t h s e r v i c e s w h e n t h e y r e n e c e s s a r y f y o u r e s t r u g g l i n g w i t h s t r e s s a n x i e t y o r d e p r e s s i o n o r y o u r e j u s t n o t f e e l i n g l i k e y o u r s e l f d o n t a s s u m e t h a t t a k i n g a h o t b a t h o r g o i n g f o r a r u n i s g o i n g t o m a g i c a l l y m a k e y o u r p r o b l e m s g o a w a y h i l e t h e y c a n h e l p t h e y a r e n t a s u b s t i t u t e f o r m o r e s t r u c t u r e d t h e r a p y o s t c o l l e g e c a m p u s e s a c r o s s t h e c o u n t r y h a v e m e n t a l h e a l t h r e s o u r c e s o n c a m p u s

Don t hesitate to reach out if you re anxious or feeling down Even if you re not entirely sure how to describe your feelings the counselors on campus can help At the very least they can give you some helpful resources and recommend local therapists or tele therapists that can help you work through the challenges you re facing f course you can integrate self care into your therapy regimen A combination of the two will likely get you to that sweet spot of success in your new dorm

ome might argue that the hardest part of college is the class load owever that can often feel like a walk in the park when you re trying to connect with your roommates and make new friends

he relationships you build in college can stay with you for a lifetime but it s not always easy to get started when you re all in an unfamiliar location and situation

hankfully there are things you can do to build healthy relationships from the start whether you re trying to get closer to your roommates someone in your class or people in your extracurricular groups eep these tips in mind to not only establish strong friendships but to cultivate healthy relationships https bit ly bAnt that add value to your life

Ask genuine questions Allow yourself to feel vulnerable

Encourage open communication et healthy boundaries ake time for each other upport each other s endeavors

aving strong friendships in college can reduce your stress improve your self esteem and confidence and make it easier to get through difficult times when classes might seem overwhelming ne of the hardest things

about moving away from home is leaving your support system behind ou don t have to completely cut yourself off from the family and friends you grew up with n fact technology has made it easier than ever to stay in touch with people all over the world

owever by building a new support system in college you ll surround yourself with people who have a unique perspective of what you re going through because they re in the thick of it with you hat s why so many college friendships stand the test of time no matter how far apart you might be from each other after graduation

Dorm life can be a lot of fun ou ll get a taste of what it s like to live on your own for the first time tackle new responsibilities and decide exactly how you want to live now and in the future t offers a fantastic opportunity to feel more at home on your college campus and you ll never know if your next roommate might become a life long best friend

https blog nextstepu com how to make the most of living with a roommate in college

eep these tips in mind to prepare yourself for dorm life before heading to school and you ll thrive while living on campus throughout your collegiate career

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Financial aid administers in colleges will not be able to use more discretion in determining aid packages where families have been hit by a financial emergency for example sudden unemployment

negative change involves parents with multiple college aid kids reviously your financial contribution score previously EFC now A was reduced if you had more than one child in school his has been eliminated stressing some families with kids whose ages overlap for school n fact some families would formerly send children to community college for a year or take a gap year to enroll in college to maximize their financial aid his is no longer possible

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ignificant changes to ell rant program were also made by Congress at the same time FAF A rules were updated ell rants are critical for many students as unlike other loans grants do not need to be repaid he government has simplified the calculation so families can estimate their ell rant package even before completing the FAF A Any families whose adjusted gross income is less than of the federal poverty level or of that level for single parents will qualify for the maximum award hat maximum ell rant award for award year is hey also restored the eligibility for these grants for incarcerated students or those with drug related criminal convictions that were previously excluded

As you consider how to pay for college https bit ly ckq e there are many things to keep in mind including the important deadlines and form for FAF A e hope that review all the important changes that were made in so you maximize your benefits

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Getting a bachelor’s degree

is one of the best ways to set yourself up for success. However, not everyone has the means to pay for college, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t still have the opportunity to attend.

As the cost of living has risen with inflation so too has the cost of a college education uckily there are various financial assistance options and resources available for those needing help n this article we ll talk about scholarships and the process of applying for one as well as how to avoid scholarship scams and other student aid resources for financial assistance

WHAT IS A SCHOLARSHIP

nlike student loans a scholarship is a type of student aid https://finaid.org/scholarships/ that does not need to be repaid As such scholarships are essentially a gift or an award that is given to a student without any expectation of something being given in exchange or in return ust

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about any person company or organization can choose to offer scholarships including employers schools private companies nonprofits social organizations and religious groups

WHAT TYPE OF SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE?

hile scholarships can come from many different sources and be awarded for a wide variety of reasons there are generally two primary types of scholarships

1. Merit-based scholarships: A merit based scholarship is typically awarded based on a student s skills abilities or interests n most cases students who win these types of scholarships do so because they have exceeded expectations or standards in a certain area his means they can be awarded based on superior academic achievement or when a student shows a special talent or interest in a certain field such as a sports scholarship or a marine biology scholarship

2. Need-based scholarships: eed based scholarships are intended for specific groups of people who tend to require more financial assistance than others hey can also be awarded based on other needs such as background and demographics his can include scholarships for minority groups women and students with disabilities

he amount awarded for a scholarship can vary greatly ome scholarships can

cover a student s entire cost of tuition and some might only cover a fraction of that cost For example some scholarships can award a student thousands of dollars that will carry them through multiple years of school and other scholarships are a one time award of just a few hundred dollars which could help cover the cost of books and other smaller expenses here is also no limit to how many scholarships a student can be awarded ou could apply for multiple scholarships that combined cover your tuition costs

HOW TO FIND SCHOLARSHIPS

f you aren t sure where to start often a simple internet search for scholarships will do any companies and organizations that offer scholarships have all the information you need online However if you are still struggling to find what you need on the internet there are other ways to find scholarships

ou can reach out to your high school counselor or the financial aid office of the colleges you are applying to or you can check out your public library for resources ou can also look into companies and organizations you have an interest in to see if they offer scholarships

f there is something you are specifically interested in such as sports art math sustainability wildlife preservation music engineering etc there is likely a scholarship out there dedicated to it o don t just limit yourself to searching for scholarships in the usual places

hen you re looking for scholarships it s also important to understand the scholarship s intent ome scholarships have strict rules about what you can use the money for such as only for tuition and books hereas other scholarships might be a little more lenient allowing you to pay for anything related to your college experiences such as travel and the cost of paying for college movers to related to your college experiences such as travel and the cost of paying for college movers to help you move your stuff into the dorms or other housing https://bit.ly/3hSmQv9\

HOW TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS

ot all scholarship applications are the same ome scholarships will have unique and specific requirements for applying so make sure you pay close attention to what is being asked of you when you apply he last thing you want is to miss out on a great scholarship opportunity because you made one small mistake on the application

o prepare yourself for the process keep yourself and your applications organized follow all directions carefully and double check your application before sending it in any scholarship applications for example are now digital and can be filled out online However though most things are digital these days there are some organizations that still require you to mail your application to places like a box f this is the case your only option for sending in your application may be through the USPS https://bit.ly/3ECLZTw and you will need to make sure you ship

• Federal agencies

• State grant agencies

• Your employer or your parent’s employer

• The Department of Labor’s scholarship search tool

• Foundations or local community organizations

• Religious groups

• Professional associations and organizations

• Financial aid office

priority to ensure the security of the application and its on time arrival

f you have any questions or concerns about your application and what you need to do you can always contact the person company or organization offering the scholarship

r you can check in with the school s financial aid office

HOW TO AVOID SCHOLARSHIP SCAMS

n your process of searching and applying for scholarships it s important to avoid fraud and scams nfortunately when there are people in need there are always companies or people out there looking to take advantage of their vulnerability o if you come across a scholarship opportunity that seems too easy or too good to be true make sure it s not actually a scam rocessing costs application fees and redemption fees can sometimes be a sign that the scholarship is a scam https://bit.ly/3gexwnj hile processing fees and other fees are common there are some things to look out for For example if a company is offering a scholarship for a few hundred dollars but is collecting application fees for thousands of applicants they are likely making more money off the fees than they are awarding and don t care all that much about helping students pay for their education

cholarship scams are also prevalent on social media these days f you get a friend or message request from someone you don t know who is trying

to talk to you about a great opportunity to win money for college for example it s likely a scam

o when looking for scholarships use your best judgment and do not quickly jump into applying without first doing some research to ensure it s a legitimate opportunity

OTHER STUDENT AID RESOURCES

f you don t win any scholarships or if you are interested in other forms of aid there are other options Grants tuition reimbursement and federal aid for example are other popular options he Federal Student Aid website

https://studentaid.gov/understandaid/types is an excellent resource for finding financial assistance here are lots of aid programs and other ways to get the money you need to help you pay for your college education And again if you need assistance finding what you are looking for you can always reach out to your school counselor or get in touch with someone from the financial aid office of the school you are applying to

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hether you are still in high school already in college and looking into grad school or a non-traditional student https://bit.ly/3X6qMIZ going back to school later in life there are lots of scholarship options out there that can suit your needs t just takes a little time and research but there are thousands of scholarships out there for everyone

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