Seniors:  Local scholarship applications are available in the Class of 2023 TEAM under the Scholarships tab and as paper copies that are available in the guidance office. Additionally, please go over the Scholarship Book for other community and online scholarships. Scholarships will continue to be updated as they come in.  The majority of these scholarships are to be sent directly to the institution. Any scholarship questions can also be directed to Mrs. Hahn.

Scholarship Search Websites

Recommended First--

Search for scholarships using the WAHS Scholarship Book - a Word document accessed below under Related Files

The WAHS Scholarship Book is updated continually throughout the year as new and/or updated information comes in.

• WAHS Scholarship Book

Review of Best Scholarship Platforms--how to find scholarships!

Guide to Applying for Scholarships--this has some great do's and don'ts when writing scholarship information.

• Bold

• Cappex

• Chegg

• College Board Scholarship Search

• College Board Opportunity Scholarships

• CollegeScholarships.org

• Fast Web Scholarship Search

•  Going Merry ***

• Raise.Me

  • Students can start as early as 9th grade

• Scholarship America

• Scholarship Experts

• Scholarships.com

• Schoolsoup.com

• Unigo

Additional Sites

• Adventures in Education Scholarship Search

• Broke Scholar

• Career One Stop

• Caregiver Scholarships

• College Board’s Scholarship Search

• College Data

• College Toolkit Scholarship Search

• College Net’s MACH 25 Scholarship Database

• Cirkled In

• Education Planner

• Fastweb

• Fin Aid

• Map Your Future.ORG

• Merit Aid

• MyScholly

• National Merit Scholarship Corporation

• Niche

• Peterson’s

• Sallie Mae Scholarship Search

• Scholarship Help

• Student Scholarship Site

Trade Scholarships

• Women in Skilled Trades Scholarship Program

• National Housing Endowment Student Scholarships

• World Plumbing Council Scholarship Program

• American Society of Heating, Refrigerating & Air-Conditioning Engineers Scholarships

• Top ten scholarships for those in the trades

• UTUIA Trade Scholarship (opens January 1!)

How to use Scholarship Resources/Searches

• Most scholarships are gift aid, which does not need to be repaid. However, some scholarships come with requirements that, if not met, convert the award to a loan. Make sure you understand all terms and conditions before accepting an award.

• Scholarships may be awarded based on a variety of things, including academic merit, athletic ability, the field of study, ethnic background, religious affiliation, and special interests.

• Many scholarship organizations require applicants to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  www.fafsa.ed.gov/

Scholarship Search Tips

1. Begin your search early and conduct as much research as you can.  Apply for every scholarship for which you are eligible.

2. Meet all deadlines.

3. Follow directions.  Provide everything that is requested, but no more than is required.

4. List all activities and honors, highlighting those that are relevant to the scholarship.

5. Neatness counts.  Type your application.

6.  Make a photocopy of the application before you begin. If you make a mistake, you can start fresh with a clean copy.  Also make a copy of the completed application so you can resent it if the original is lost.

7.  Ask for help if you need it.  Don’t hesitate to call the funding organization.

8.  Write an essay that makes a strong impression. Tell a story and use personal examples.

9. Choose references that know you well and give them plenty of time to write a recommendation.

10. Give your application (and/or essay) a once over.  Ask a friend, teacher, or parent to proofread it.

BEWARE OF SCAMS

• Read the fine print and make sure you understand all terms and conditions before accepting an award.

• Be wary of companies that “guarantee” you will receive a scholarship, especially if their offer was unsolicited and/or they are requiring that you pay money for their services.

• Never provide any confidential or personal identification information to an unfamiliar person of organization.

• Remember that there are many free scholarship searches available where you can get all the information you need at no charge.

• Contact the financial aid office at your college with any questions or concerns.

• Learn more about financial aid scams at the Federal Trade Commission’s Scholarship Scams Website: www.ftc.gov/scholarshipscams

• Call the Federal Office of Inspector General hotline at 1-800-MISUSED (647-8733) to report suspected identity theft or fraud.  A MISUSED online resource is also available.

Scams Warning Signs

• You have to pay a fee or “taxes”

• Money-back offers or guarantees

• Credit card or bank account information required

• Provides “exclusive” information

Scams: “Phishing” and “Pharming”

“Phishing”

• Unsolicited emails that bear the logo of your bank or credit card

• Appear legitimate but are traps to lure you into giving out your personal or account information

• NEVER give out Social Security, credit card, or bank account numbers to unsolicited emails or calls

“Pharming”

• Unsolicited emails that encourage you to visit a website or click on a suspicious link

• Make sure your inbox spam filters are up to date

• BE CAREFUL about giving out your contact information or email address