Financial Aid encompasses a wide array of money that can be used to pay for college. It is also known as scholarships, grants, loans, work study, and fellowships. Here we will list helpful sites as well as up to date scholarships.
Westside High Scholarship Bulletin | |
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Check out this video featuring Wendy Dunlap and a senior from Sandalwood High School - Helping Students in Jacksonville with Financial Aid
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
FAFSA: Completing and submitting the FAFSA® is free and quick, and it gives you access to the largest source of financial aid to pay for college or career school.
In addition, many states and colleges use your FAFSA data to determine your eligibility for state and school aid, and some private financial aid providers may use your FAFSA information to determine whether you qualify for their aid.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
This is the government site that students and parents will need to fill out and submit every year in order to see if different criteria are met. This is required for Pell Grants, Stafford Loans, Federal Work Study, and various scholarships will use this information as well. This is also what many colleges and universities use to determine whether a student is considered a financial need based student to award need based scholarship.
FAFSA & FSA ID Tips for Parents
5 Things to Do After Filing Your FAFSA® Form
In addition, many states and colleges use your FAFSA data to determine your eligibility for state and school aid, and some private financial aid providers may use your FAFSA information to determine whether you qualify for their aid.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
This is the government site that students and parents will need to fill out and submit every year in order to see if different criteria are met. This is required for Pell Grants, Stafford Loans, Federal Work Study, and various scholarships will use this information as well. This is also what many colleges and universities use to determine whether a student is considered a financial need based student to award need based scholarship.
FAFSA & FSA ID Tips for Parents
5 Things to Do After Filing Your FAFSA® Form
Why should I fill out the FAFSA?
If you don’t fill out the FAFSA, you could be missing out on a lot of financial aid! We’ve heard a number of reasons students think they shouldn’t complete the FAFSA. Here are a few:
If you don’t fill out the FAFSA, you could be missing out on a lot of financial aid! We’ve heard a number of reasons students think they shouldn’t complete the FAFSA. Here are a few:
- “I (or my parents) make too much money, so I won’t qualify for aid.”
- “Only students with good grades get financial aid.”
- “The FAFSA is too hard to fill out.”
- “I’m too old to qualify for financial aid.”
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Bright Futures
Bright Futures Scholarships
Bright Futures Scholarships are for students who attend Florida High Schools and are planning on attending a college or university in the state of Florida. There are certain criteria students will need to meet to be eligible: GPA, SAT or ACT test scores, community service and specific classes. Students will apply for this scholarship during their senior year, however it is never to early to start planning.
Bright Futures Scholarships are for students who attend Florida High Schools and are planning on attending a college or university in the state of Florida. There are certain criteria students will need to meet to be eligible: GPA, SAT or ACT test scores, community service and specific classes. Students will apply for this scholarship during their senior year, however it is never to early to start planning.
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Raise.me
Starting in 9th grade, students can be eligible to start earning scholarships for their achievements in and out of the classroom, like getting good grades, having perfect attendance, leadership roles, participating in sports & clubs, community service, test scores, and more.
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Parent Letter: in English and Spanish
Introduction Videos: Join Raise.me: https://www.raise.me/join/1792925910
Parent Letter: in English and Spanish
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Other Scholarship Opportunities
We know applying for scholarships can be challenging. So we’re excited to announce that you can use Going Merry (https://www.goingmerry.com) to find and apply for scholarships. It’s quick, simple, and absolutely free! It even lets you apply to multiple scholarships with one application. Sign up at: https://www.goingmerry.com/sign-up
Once you sign up, you’ll start getting matched to scholarships that are a great fit for you. You then complete your applications from within the site. It’s that easy! Good luck with your scholarship applications!
Once you sign up, you’ll start getting matched to scholarships that are a great fit for you. You then complete your applications from within the site. It’s that easy! Good luck with your scholarship applications!
Annie Ruth Foundation - Scholarship Opportunity found here.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation - Multiple scholarship opportunities found here.
Multiple Scholarships From StudentScholarships.org
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Back to School Scholarships - Multiple Scholarships to choose from!!
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Back to School Scholarships - Multiple Scholarships to choose from!!
Southern Scholarship Foundation:
My name is Isabella Castillo, I am reaching out on behalf of the Southern Scholarship Foundation (SSF). I graduated from Young Women's Preparatory Academy in 2016 and because of this scholarship I was able to attend my dream college, the University of Florida. If you are not already familiar, Southern Scholarship Foundation provides rent-free cooperative living housing scholarships for students with financial need, good character, and strong academic merit. We are not cash-based, but rather operate large, dorm-style houses on or near the campuses we serve. I have listed some basic information about SSF below and would love to answer any questions you have. You can also visit our website, www.southernscholarship.org, to explore more about the Foundation.
We serve college students at all levels attending:
Requirements for Consideration:
Requirements for Awardees:
Application Deadlines:
How to Apply:
Simply visit SouthernScholarship.org and click “Apply”
Frequently Asked Questions
I understand that this can be an overwhelming amount of information to take in, and I am happy to meet with you or speak over the phone if I can provide any further information about what Southern Scholarship Foundation provides for deserving students across the State and beyond.
352-337-1282 | www.SouthernScholarship.org
My name is Isabella Castillo, I am reaching out on behalf of the Southern Scholarship Foundation (SSF). I graduated from Young Women's Preparatory Academy in 2016 and because of this scholarship I was able to attend my dream college, the University of Florida. If you are not already familiar, Southern Scholarship Foundation provides rent-free cooperative living housing scholarships for students with financial need, good character, and strong academic merit. We are not cash-based, but rather operate large, dorm-style houses on or near the campuses we serve. I have listed some basic information about SSF below and would love to answer any questions you have. You can also visit our website, www.southernscholarship.org, to explore more about the Foundation.
We serve college students at all levels attending:
- Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU)
- Flagler College (Tallahassee Campus)
- Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU)
- Florida State University (FSU)
- Santa Fe College (SFC)
- Tallahassee Community College (TCC)
- University of Florida (UF)
Requirements for Consideration:
- Current (and maintained throughout stay) 3.0 or higher GPA
- Financial Need (measured by having a 7500 or lower EFC according to the FAFSA application) *Some exceptions may be made*
- Good Character (1 or more letter(s) of recommendation, and a strong ability to live cooperatively with others and complete daily tasks at the house)
Requirements for Awardees:
- $300 Reservation Fee (a one-time fee that serves partially as a security deposit, due one week from accepting the scholarship)
- Semester Food & Service Bill
- Each semester, residents create a budget for groceries (purchased weekly), utilities, cable/internet, and a few other necessities (typically an average of $1000 for the entire semester)
- The Food & Service Bill is collected within the Scholarship House in two parts:
- $300 due upon checking/moving in for the semester
- The remainder (depending on how much the residents decide to budget) due on a date set for after Financial Aid is released
- Chores (called “Work Jobs”) that aim to keep the houses clean and safe, and provide our “Education for Life” component)
- Proven ability to live cooperatively, both with their specific roommate and with every resident of our community
- Maintained 3.0 or higher GPA
Application Deadlines:
- Fall Move-In: April 1
- Spring Move-In: November 1
- Late applications cannot be accepted
How to Apply:
Simply visit SouthernScholarship.org and click “Apply”
Frequently Asked Questions
I understand that this can be an overwhelming amount of information to take in, and I am happy to meet with you or speak over the phone if I can provide any further information about what Southern Scholarship Foundation provides for deserving students across the State and beyond.
352-337-1282 | www.SouthernScholarship.org
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Websites to Check Out:
- Fast Web: Scholarship FAQ
- Understanding Financial Aid Award Letters
- http://www.fleng.org/scholarships.cfm
- http://www.guaranteed-scholarships.com/
- https://www.salliemae.com/college-planning/college-scholarships/
- https://lendedu.com/blog/college-risk-reward-indicator-2017
- http://syf.org/scholarships/
- Organizing Your Scholarships
- Make the Most of Your Scholarship Search
- http://enterpromo.com/empowered/
- https://weirdscholarships.net/
- https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/
- College Board - how to understand financial aid
- Private Student Loan Search
- Student Loan Consolidation Guide
- College Planning Tools
- Guide to Securing Your Child’s Credit Future
- The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Financial Aid Letters
- Everything You Need to Know About Winning Scholarships
- Private Student Loans Guide – Eligibility, Costs, Best Repayment, & Warnings
- Student Loans Without Cosigners
- Best Websites for Financial Information
- Private Student Loan
- The best Scholarship Websites to Use
- The Association of General Contractors - Undergraduate Scholarships
- Check out the Duval Schools Web Site for more Scholarship Information:
- Duvalschools.org
- Departments
- School Counseling
- High School Students
- Financing Your Futures
- Local, State and National Scholarships
- Duvalschools.org
- Fastweb's Scholarship Directory
- Massive Scholarships for College Students
- Humongous High School Scholarships
- Scholarships.com
- Find Colleges & Scholarships
"10 Tips to Get a Scholarship for College": This resource gives advice on how to find scholarships, how to write a successful scholarship essay, and other quick tips on how to best go about applying for and receiving scholarships. Click HERE for the Scholarship Resource.