Finding Scholarships Scholarship Spotlight: Greg Goff Leadership Award Written by Robyn Stewarton May 3rd, 2021 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. Student leaders who have invested time and energy into making their schools and communities better for everyone are invited to apply for this one-time award. Check out the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) for other scholarship opportunities to help student leaders overcome financial barriers to higher education. Scholarship: Greg Goff Leadership Award Awarding Organization: National Society of High School Scholars Amount: $2,000 (one time award) Number of Scholarships Awarded: Five Eligible Students: Current high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA How to Apply: Submit a short essay on chosen leadership topics, letter of reference, transcript, and resume. View website for additional requirements. Deadline: May 15 Scholarship Website: Greg Goff Leadership Award Scholarship for High School Seniors Best of luck, and please see the awarding organization’s website for full scholarship details and requirements. Related Resources Read | Posted on June 26th, 2025 Navigating Merit Aid: Simplifying the Scholarship Search for College Applicants 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
