Finding Scholarships Scholarship Spotlight: New York Ramblers Scholarship Written by Robyn Stewarton May 17th, 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. The New York Ramblers, the first openly gay soccer club, is proud to offer a scholarship opportunity to student athletes who identify as LGBTQ or those who are demonstrated supporters of the LGBTQ community. Successful applicants will have a mixture of financial need and impressive activities both on and off the field or court. Scholarship: The New York Ramblers Scholarship Awarding Organization: The New York Ramblers Amount: $2,500 (can go toward tuition and fees only) Number of Scholarships Awarded: Two Eligible Students: Student athletes who identify as LGBTQ or allies who have demonstrated their support How to Apply: Complete the application form and submit a transcript, two letters of recommendation, and required essays Deadline: June 5 Website: The Ramblers Scholarship 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