Finding Scholarships Scholarship Spotlight: The Carolyn Hines Memorial Scholarship Written by Robyn Stewarton December 21st, 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. If you are a gifted student marksman, you may just have a shot at this merit scholarship offered by the Carolyn Hines Memorial Scholarship Program. All successful applicants must demonstrate participation in marksmanship competitions. Scholarship: The Carolyn Hines Memorial Scholarship Awarding Organization: Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) and the Garand Collectors Association (GCA) Amount: $1,000 (the top 15 recipients receive an additional $2,000) Eligible Students: High school seniors who are active members of teams or clubs engaged in rifle or marksmanship competitions. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students can be pursuing any form of post-secondary education (college or vocational school). How to Apply: Complete the online application form. Deadline: March 20 Website: thecmp.org/communications/cmp-scholarship-program/ Best of luck, and please see the awarding organization’s website for full scholarship details and requirements. Related Resources Read | Posted on May 28th, 2025 Unlocking Your Global Journey: A Guide to Funding Study Abroad Read | Posted on April 28th, 2025 Identity-Based Scholarship Series: Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students Read | Posted on April 7th, 2025 Identity-Based Scholarship Series: Scholarships for Asian American Students
