Finding Scholarships Scholarship Spotlight: Gates Millennium Scholars Program Written by Robyn Stewarton April 22nd, 2019 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. This scholarship opportunity is more than just a scholarship. Chosen students are provided with multiple layers of service—from mentorship and enrichment activities to internship and fellowship opportunities—aimed at guaranteeing the future success of all scholars. Scholarship: Gates Millennium Scholars Program Awarding Organization: Gates Millennium Scholars Program Amount: $12,000 average award amount Number of Scholarships Awarded: 300 Eligible Students: High School Seniors who are African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students planning on pursuing an undergraduate college degree in any discipline. Students must be Pell-eligible. How to Apply: Complete the online application Deadline: September 18 Website: http://gmsp.org/ Best of luck, and please see the awarding organization’s website for full scholarship details and requirements. Related Resources 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 Read | Posted on February 14th, 2025 Identity-Based Scholarship Series: Scholarships for Black Students
