If you are a rising or current college senior, you are approaching the end of your college journey! For many students, senior year is a particularly busy year: you are likely taking your most rigorous classes, applying for jobs or graduate school.
You might also be in leadership positions for the clubs and associations you are involved in. Students should also remember that there are some great scholarships for college seniors. Whether you are looking to pay for your senior year of college or graduate school, scholarships for college seniors can earn you some serious money and eliminate student loan debt.
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- How to win scholarships for college seniors
- Tips for college seniors
- Frequently asked questions
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How to win scholarships for college seniors
Now that you’ve got a list of opportunities to apply for, it’s time to craft your applications. Luckily, we can help you through the process. Check out our guides on how to start a scholarship essay, how to write an essay about yourself, and how to use your essay to show rather than tell. We can also help you tailor your essay to 250 or 500 word limits. If you’re still left with questions, try some of these resources:
- How to write a “Why do you deserve this scholarship?” essay
- How to write a scholarship resume
- Guide to winning local scholarships
Tips for college seniors
You’re a senior, which means you are almost there! Congratulations! There are probably some mixed emotions around the idea of leaving college. But just because it’s almost over, doesn’t mean there isn’t still a lot to do!
If you’re thinking that medical school or graduate school are on your horizon, we’ve got some resources that might come in handy. Check out how to get into graduate school with a low GPA and how to pay for medical school!
Beyond grad school, loans might be something you have some questions about, but we’ve got you covered there too! We can help you answer how grad school will affect your loan payments and how you can start paying off your student loans!
Frequently asked questions
Is senior year of college too late to apply for scholarships?
Can I receive federal financial aid when I go to grad school?
If you are planning to go to grad school, your federal financial aid options will change once you enroll. You will not be eligible for the Pell Grant or Subsidized Direct Loans, but you will be able to take out a much higher quantity of other types of federal loans. These include PLUS loans and Direct Unsubsidized.
Remember, you’ll qualify for these opportunities the same way you did in undergrad – by filling out the FAFSA. Make sure to submit it well before the deadline to ensure that you file in time for any first-come first-served state grants.
Will scholarships affect my financial aid package?
Also see: How to complete the FAFSA for grad school
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