How to find #scholarships in this blog, and elsewhere: 4 great scholarship link pages.

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Hello!

Today I will share some popular BIG scholarship lists here.

#1 (really for me to see again)
 My Big List of Art Scholarships

#2: Science Scholarship links

#3: Scholarship links for Science Fiction fans

#4: Music Scholarship Links

Well... YOU get the idea.

Just put "_____ Scholarship" in the Freefind Site Search box at the top left at the Find Scholarships and Grants blog, then you will see what I have found so far.

Also, some of the places that list certain "Subject Scholarships" often have many more at their site.

Don't be afraid to search yourself too.

If you find something GREAT, another link I should add, or actually land a #scholarship too, leave a comment so we can congratulate you too.

Thank you for visiting my blog today!

Betsyanne

Another great site to find out about scholarships - About.com

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I have signed up for a few different About.com newsletters. You can sign up for these at many of the pages.

Money for school: we like it!

About.com does not make you click incessantly to go to a new photo or anything; their links are on their articles.

Yes, they do have ads on their pages, but I don't mind it. AND each page has other links on it that may be of great interest to my readers.

Here are a few of their pages and articles you might like:

College Apps

U.S. Government Assistance and Grants

Business Majors: free money for college

International Students

Scholarships for Psychology Students - where to look

25 Nursing Scholarships

Top 5 Grant and Scholarship Resources for Minorities

AND there are more. Enjoy!

When you are done exploring there, here are my Nontrads Scholarship pages:
(Redone recently too!)

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One, and

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

And my Nontraditional Facebook page is here, for students going back to school after a break.

Money for school: we like it!

The BEST of luck on YOUR scholarship and grant search!

Betsyanne

FYI: Some of my other websites and blogs are: The Nontraditional Student Blog and website, GS Betsy's E-blast (for Kentuckiana Area 17 and Beyond), From the Garden Spot (another Betsyanne blog), and The Teacher Tree (I will be working more on this one later this year).

Have you applied for a #scholarship yet? What might be stopping you from applying... roadblocks.

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Roadblocks for Scholarship Seekers

If you are like me, dreaming about a scholarship is about the closest you will get to getting one this year. Why is that?

I think I can come up with several reasons for myself. I wonder if these are reasons others have too.

#1. If I spend the time on applying for a scholarship, it probably won't be me that is chosen. Reasons? Age, I won't be the best fit, I will answer a question wrong, or who knows.

#2. I am not sure I want to go back to school again anyhow.

#3. If I get a scholarship, I'm not sure how long it will continue.

#4. It will take such a long time to fill out the form(s), I don't know if it will even be worth it.

#5. I can't decide what KIND of scholarship I want.

Sound familiar?  I write these partly because sometimes I actually think I should apply, even though I have made roadblocks for myself. Will I do it?
 
Well, Maybe. (See #5...)

Betsyanne

You may also like these postings:

Great Scholarship Blogs

Don't get ripped off trying to find a scholarship

Watch what school you are going to - a Nightline expose on for-profit schools

Also, check out the Nontraditional Student Scholarship pages here:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

You may also like this popular posting:
Finding Scholarships and Grants

Yes, try Fastweb out... for sure. It's free, and easy.

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I may sign up here again this year or next.

Where? FASTWEB: a popular and FREE choice for finding #scholarships.

You sign up, then they send you matching scholarships you may qualify for.

Here is the page: http://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships.

If you find one, post about it as a comment!

Betsyanne


Also: check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One

and

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two


Later,

Betsyanne

FAFSA - - a route to a scholarship and more, plus more .gov sites

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For new readers: did you now that the official FAFSA form also is a source for local and national Scholarships and Grants?

You must go to the official website. Don't be fooled by other sites that insist you PAY for FAFSA information.  Filling out your FAFSA is totally FREE.

Here is that link: https://fafsa.ed.gov/

A clue that this is the REAL, free site is the .gov on the end, showing it is a U.S. Government site.

Some other sites and pages on the FAFSA site for college students that are .gov sites are:

Student Aid Deadlines (check your state in the drop-down menu)  https://fafsa.ed.gov/deadlines.htm

The PIN page (you use this to get into the site) https://pin.ed.gov/PINWebApp/pinindex.jsp

The Federal Student Aid Page - this page includes important Q's and A's like: How do I manage my loans?, How do I apply for Aid?, etc. https://studentaid.ed.gov/

FAFSA on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FederalStudentAid

FAFSA on Twitter https://twitter.com/fafsa

And of course, if you haven't already been here,
Check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One, and

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

Thank you for visiting my blog today, and GOOD LUCK on your scholarship search.

Betsyanne

Are you a Nontraditional Student? Check out the Nontrad Website and Blog.

3 + 3: popular postings plus Twitter Scholarship Links

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Looking for #Scholarships?

Here are 3 Popular Postings from this blog:

Are there scholarships for Science Fiction fans?

Top 10 Postings from 2011

Veterinary School Scholarships

Twitter
And here are some interesting Twitter postings:
azcentral ‏@azcentral 2h

#Arizona foundation gives $11 million for grants, scholarships http://azc.cc/1lSNGcl  pic.twitter.com/BIsL6TCiar

U.S. News Education ‏@USNewsEducation Jul 3

These scholarships can reduce financial barriers keeping nontraditional students from going to college: http://ow.ly/yKcRt

British Embassy ‏@UKinUSA Jul 3

Interested in studying in the UK? Get advice & search through thousands of institutions & scholarships: http://ow.ly/yKfoV  #StudyAbroad

 
And check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:  (for nontraditional students AND others):

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

Good luck on your scholarship search!

Betsyanne

Top 5 Popular Postings for June 6, 2014

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Hi, everyone! Are you looking for #scholarships and #grants?

So are many readers here. There are lots of places online where you can find out about scholarships today. Some are quality sites, and most are free. Here are the most popular postings from this blog, the Find Scholarships and Grants blog, to share with you.

#1.  Veterinary School Scholarships

#2. Top 10 Blog Postings 2011

#3. Get Organized - and keep track of your scholarship and grant applications

#4. Are there scholarships out there to help get a GED?

#5. Unusual, odd, wacky and unknown scholarships

Also, check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:
Scholarships Links and Tips Page One
Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

And thank you for visiting my blog today!

Here are a couple of recent postings you may also like.

Some fun Scholarship Blogs and Sites for May 2014

and

What's New on Twitter for Scholarship Seekers

Good luck finding that #scholarship!

Betsyanne

Glorious Weather? Mowing, and Spring Break.

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Spring is a wonderful season.
For many, including me, it's time to get out and exercise by doing things like mowing and gardening (which WILL feel better in the future, I keep telling myself!)

It may take longer to recoup after getting more active, but I think it's worth it.

For many students, it's all about getting outdoors more this time of year too. Some are going on a Spring Break trip away from school for awhile. Many are thinking about going back to school next year. And still others are thinking about taking a class or two during Summer School.

I think that there is something about Spring that brings hope to the soul. In the Spring, somehow all things seem possible.

I hope school is going well, students. Students and non-students, or student wannabes, who would like to pick my brain about scholarships, feel free to Check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One, and

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

You may also like these popular postings:

Finding Scholarships and Grants

Betsyanne

Where to look for free college money - online and offline

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Places to check for Scholarships

Are you going to school right now? Be sure to see your advisor and check on scholarships you may qualify for right where you are. There may be little-known financial help there. Make sure to make an appointment and talk about that at least one time this semester.

Your FAFSA application and scholarships - when you applied for loans, you were automatically sent some scholarship opportunities if you qualified for them.

Checking the usual websites - are you registered for more than one "Search Site" online. They do the work FOR you, sending you email when a scholarship fits your skills, wants or needs, or area. Some popular sites for this (and free) are Fastweb, the Fatomei site, Scholarships.com. A recent posting at USA Today suggests a new site called Zinch.com that looks worth a look too. Their 3-sentence Essay contest that they do each week sounds interesting!
http://www.zinch.com/scholarships/weekly

And don't forget these sites too:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One, and

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

Good luck in your scholarship searching! List your favorites too, as a comment.

Have a great week.

-Betsyanne

Have a GREAT Thanksgiving holiday. Some things to read in your spare time...

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Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, scholarship and grant seekers.

While you are resting from all the Thanksgiving food this holiday perhaps, or are getting ready for another holiday, here are some links to look over, and some interesting sites too.

Federal Student Aid: Grants and Scholarships: I notice a couple of new ones here, TEACH grants and also Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grants.

Scholarships.com talks about alternative holiday suggestions - - for people NOT going home for Thanksgiving. (Watch out for the ad that pops up here, just scroll up and "x" it out.)

They also have an article here about Making Thanksgiving Dinner in Your Dorm. Interesting.

I hope you have a good and productive week.

Betsyanne

I hope you do have a great holiday season, too. Did you win a #scholarship or #grant this year? Please share it with all the readers by leaving a comment.

Check my Nontrads Scholarship pages: 

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One, and

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

Thank you for visiting my blog today!

New - From the U.S. Dept. of State Department Blog - Scholarships for High School Students

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Here is a new posting I just got today.

It is 2014 Scholarships for American High School Students to Study Abroad.

Interested? Or know somebody who is? Here is that information, from the U.S. Department of State.

"2014 Scholarships for American High School Students to Study Abroad

Media Note

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The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs sponsors many programs that are now accepting applications for scholarships that provide American high school students the opportunity to study abroad. These exchange programs prepare American young people to live, work, and succeed in a global economy, as well as connect with other future leaders around the world.

Opportunities include:

The Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Abroad Program offers scholarships to American high school students to spend an academic year living with host families and attending school in countries that may include Bosnia & Herzegovina, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mali (semester), Morocco, Oman, South Africa, Thailand, Tunisia, and Turkey. This post-9/11 program focuses on increasing understanding between people in the United States and countries with significant Muslim populations. Visit www.yes-abroad.org to apply. The application deadline is January 9, 2014.

The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program (CBYX) was established in 1983 to celebrate German-American friendship based on common values of democracy. Secondary school students, ages 15–18, live with host families, attend local schools, and participate in community life in Germany. Young professionals (undergraduates) and high school graduates of vocational studies, ages 18–24, study and participate in practical training. For more information and application deadlines, visit the organization in charge of recruitment for your state at http://www.usagermanyscholarship.org/"

<more available from this article...> You can read the rest of the posting here at the page for even more opportunities:
http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2013/11/217536.htm

You can also get mailings from the U.S. Department of State. Sign up here:

Press Releases.

Good luck finding the perfect #scholarship or #grant.

Check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:
Scholarships Links and Tips Page One
Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

Thank you for visiting my blog today!

Fastweb and Monster have joined forces. Also: here is the FAFSA deadline link.

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Sometimes I am very tempted to register on Fastweb.

Here is their new signup page that combines with Monster, which is a great job-finding service.

The Fastweb and Monster Sign-up Page

Just register here, and Fastweb/Monster will let you know what scholarships match up for you.

I think if I did not have about ten projects going right now, I might sign up. For everyone who is going to school, or thinking about it, this service is FREE and easy to do.

Plus it is very individualized. Also, filling out your FAFSA is also a good idea if you are thinking about school in your future.

Good luck, everyone!

Betsyanne

Also FAFSA deadlines are here: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/deadlines.htm.

Check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:
 
Scholarships Links and Tips Page One

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

You may also like:

Finding Scholarships and Grants

Thank you for visiting my blog today!

Scholarships, Grants, and Internships from blogs and postings

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Got an afternoon? Apply for a internship, scholarship, grant, or other opportunity.

Here are some of my favorite sites to explore, plus some recent postings from blogs I follow. Enjoy!

Recent Blog Postings

Judge Josh, the Scholarship Dude, answers a questions about studying abroad: http://www.scholarshipdude.com/2013/06/should-you-study-abroad/

CT Herd gives information about the Southern Scholarship Foundation. Schools on the list are Florida State University, Florida A&M University, the University of Florida, Tallahassee Community College, Santa Fe College, and Florida Gulf Coast University. Apply in the Spring for Fall 2014.
http://ctherd.blogspot.com/2012/12/2013-southern-scholarship-foundation.html.

Recent FSG Postings (from this blog)

About the Virtual Foreign Service program (U.S.)

Research Fellowships at the British Museum

National U.S. University Rankings via U.S. News

Favorite Sites to Explore

The Fastweb site (set it up to send you updates)

Dr. Torres Fatomei website (lots of opportunities are here, including scholarships, assistantships, grants, and internships.)

And good luck with your searches!

Betsyanne

Also, check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

FYI: National University Rankings via U.S. News

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Today I ran across this.

It is a list of the BEST U.S. schools. They have descriptions and more. This would be really fun to read, especially if you are considering attending one of these schools.

Here is their description of the page:

"Schools in the National Universities category, such as Columbia University and Stanford University, offer a full range of undergraduate majors, plus master's and Ph.D. programs. These colleges also are committed to producing groundbreaking research."

Another thing  - - if you missed out going to your favorite school, you can often take courses online now or for graduate school too. 

This site directs you to their online magazine, College Compass - - which is a paid magazine, and costs $29.95 for a year of access.

They also have a free Paying for College page with access to some of their best articles.

Do you have a favorite school that might be on this Best of Colleges list?

Comment below and let us know.

And good luck on your scholarship search!

Betsyanne
Former Nontraditional Student
WKU

Check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

Scholarship advice, two great scholarship-seeking websites, and some advice - good luck!

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Two Great Sites to Check, and some Scholarship Seeking Advice.

This week, check out these two great sites and blogs for your scholarship search. If you have already done your FAFSA, be sure to check your Fastweb recommendations.

#1: Fastweb. So many people recommend this site. Why? It is fast, and free. Just register here, and Fastweb can help you find scholarships. It's easy. Here is the site: http://www.fastweb.com/.

#2. FAFSA. This is the OFFICIAL government FAFSA page. It is also free. Don't click anywhere else to do your FAFSA.

Also, make sure you review all the deadlines for the scholarships you have already filled out or are waiting to fill out.

Organize all your applications.

Visit nearby colleges and schools and talk to an Advisor to find out if any NEW grants or scholarships have become available for the subject you want to study.

And don't give up hope. Even if it seems like an impossible quest, there ARE scholarships out there to be had. It's the people that keep on looking that are successful. They apply for a great many scholarships, in order to get one or two or even more.

Be that squeaky wheel. Keep on keeping on. And I hope you get the scholarship you want.

Have you been successful in finding a scholarship? Share your story as a comment. Thanks!

Betsyanne

Check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:
Scholarships Links and Tips Page One
Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two
You may also like these popular postings:
Finding Scholarships and Grants
Online vs. Face-to-Face classes: Which are better?
Websites and Tips to help you study for that exam or test
Thank you for visiting my blog today!

Scholarship Links on Squidoo

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Are you on Squidoo? If you are not familiar with this site, it is a site where people can write about their passions - and make money too.

Vector Squid by Greekgeek, based on Squidoo logo.

Here are some Scholarship lens pages there that might interest you. My page is highlighted in yellow.

#1. Find Free College Scholarships (my lens!)

#2. How To Pay For University/College? Student Bursaries/Scholarships 

#3. Types of Technology Grants and How to Get Them  

#4. College Information for High School Students
(many of these links can also be used by older students too...)

#5 Odd Sports Scholarships - there is some good information on what is offered at different schools on this lens page.

#6. Bowling Scholarships

That's it for this week. Good luck in your scholarship search!

-Betsyanne

Are you interested in writing your own Squidoo lens page? Click here to join me!
 
And here are my Nontrads Scholarship pages:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One
and
Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

Thank you for visiting my blog today!

Some Scholarship blogs, and a link for Eagle Scout Scholarships

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I went to search for "scholarship blogs" and found some interesting ones today.

It looks like people can save money for college on the UPromise Blog.

http://www.upromise.com/welcome. This blog is made by Sallie Mae.

Scholarships.com also has a blog here:

Scholarships.com blog

The only thing about this one is you can't sign up for it to get updates. I think they should add that.

The Top Scholarship Blog has some good links on it.

But you need to bookmark it (like the Scholarships.com one) because there is no signup here either.

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And here is something interesting - it's a link to "Where to find scholarship money for Eagle Scouts." This could be handy.

Good luck on your scholarship search, everyone!

Betsyanne

Check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

The most popular posting here this week is: Veterinary School Scholarships

A few music scholarship pages (U.S.) to check out

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Love music? You can find music scholarships at many colleges across the nation.

Photo by Dumbledad on Flickr.

Check a school near you. It is possible you can audition with voice or instrument to get a scholarship. Just ask someone in the music department.

Secondly, apply for a Music Scholarship at your choice of school.

The FAFSA application (see here for a great new tips video about that) is your first avenue. They have scholarships and grants that they will tell you about when you fill it out if you qualify.

Here are just a few links to get your started on that dream music scholarship.

Financial Aid at Juilliard (Dance - Drama - Music)

Interlochen Center for the Arts  Programs (grades 6-12)

The Oberlin Conservatory of Music is very prestigious. Check out their scholarship page too.

Check out the Wikipedia listing of colleges and university schools of music in the United States. You can click on your state to find out more.

What is your favorite music college? Just go to the site, and check their Scholarships and Financial Aid pages. And good luck!

-Betsyanne

The very best on your scholarship search.

And check out my Nontrads Scholarship pages:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

You may also like these popular postings:
Finding Scholarships and Grants
Online vs. Face-to-Face classes: Which are better?
Websites and Tips to help you study for that exam or test

Thank you for visiting my blog today!

My Scholarship page on Squidoo - check it for links and more.

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I have a Scholarships Squidoo page here:

Get a Free Scholarship

Like the Scholarship pages on my Nontraditional Students website, this site lists free scholarship link pages that offer custom searches and many great links too.

It's worth a visit.

Until next posting, have a GREAT day and good luck on your Scholarship Search.

-Betsyanne

Also check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

You may also like these popular postings:
Finding Scholarships and Grants
Online vs. Face-to-Face classes: Which are better?
Websites and Tips to help you study for that exam or test

Thank you for visiting my blog today!

Some scholarship links from About.com

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I like the About.com site. There are some great writers on there.

Plus there is some great information - - very handy for scholarship seekers.

My favorites are Jamie Littlefield, who does the Distance Learning pages, and Deb Peterson, who does the Continuing Education Guide.

There are many different (and good!) Guides at this site, and there are many scholarship links there to explore.

Here are some more scholarship links you might like from the site:
Tips for Getting College Scholarships

Google Scholar

How to Search for Scholarships Online

College ADHD Scholarships

10 Professional Groups that Offer Business Scholarships

College Scholarships for First-Generation and Underrepresented Students

College Scholarships for International Students and non-Citizens - 17 Scholarships

Types of Financial Aid for Graduate Students

23 Unusual Scholarships
 
Video: How to get an Athletic Scholarship

Financing Student Travel

Paying for College and Financial Aid

Big Money College Scholarships

Betsyanne

Check my Nontrads Scholarship pages:

Scholarships Links and Tips Page One

Scholarships Links and Tips Page Two

The Most Popular Postings this week are:

Scholarships, Grants, and more Links for Native Americans

Unusual, odd, wacky and unknown scholarships and sites to explore

Veterinary School Scholarships v. 1 April 2011

Thank you for visiting my blog today!