Finding Scholarships Scholarship Spotlight: Aspirations in Computing Written by Robyn Stewarton September 28th, 2020 Prior to joining College Coach, I was a financial aid officer at the College of the Holy Cross and an education advisor at two TRIO program locations. I work with the Massachusetts Education Finance Authority (MEFA) to present paying for college workshops to hundreds of families across the state. I'm a graduate of UMass Amherst and have a master in counseling from Northeastern University. Learn More About Robyn scholarship search, scholarships, There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier. A great way to search for private scholarships is to consider the student’s intended field of study. This particular award provides assistance to young women who are looking to pursue computer/technology-related fields in college and beyond. Added bonus—this is the rare scholarship that younger students can apply for. Get a head start on the senior year rush! Scholarship: Aspirations in Computing Scholarship (AIC) Awarding Organization: National Center for Women and Information Technology (NCWIT) Amount: Varies Number of Scholarships Awarded: Three distinct awards at both the national and regional level Eligible Students: Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents, at least 13 years old at the time of account creation, and enrolled in grades 9-12. How to Apply: All applicants must create an account on the website and complete all sections of the application (which include some essay questions). A reference must also be provided. Deadline: November 5 Website: www.aspirations.org/participate/high-school Best of luck, and please see the awarding organization’s website for full scholarship details and requirements. Related Resources Read | Posted on September 20th, 2023 Full-Ride Scholarships: Effective Strategy or Fairy Tale? Read | Posted on August 4th, 2023 Identity-Based Scholarship Series: Scholarships for Hispanic Students Read | Posted on February 16th, 2023 Identity-Based Scholarship Series: Gold Star Children and Families
