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.

Breast cancer is a horrible disease that impacts the lives of so many people. In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to share this scholarship that supports students who were touched by breast cancer in some way—whether they have experienced the loss of a family member, been impacted by financial issues as a result of a diagnosis, or are simply dealing with the emotional challenges that are brought on by such a medical crisis.

Scholarship: Miles of Hope Scholarship

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.

Students can continue their search for outside scholarships the entire time they are in college. Many opportunities are awarded based upon a student’s program of study. If you are a female college student who is interested in working in the sports or entertainment industry, this is an opportunity for you!

Scholarship:  The Advancement of Women in Sports and Entertainment Scholarship

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 Spirit of Community is the largest program awarding middle school and high school students for their volunteerism. In addition to the American scholarship competition detailed below, Prudential sponsors similar competitions in many other countries they serve, including Japan, Taiwan, Brazil, and Poland.

Scholarship: Presidential Spirit of Community Award

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 brand new scholarship creates an opportunity to “honor, support, and uplift the next generation of theater makers.” Cody Richard together with the Broadway Advocacy Coalition, is hoping to inspire students of color to follow their dreams – all the way to Broadway and beyond!

Scholarship: The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program

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)

There is a college 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.

Over the past few years, Canada has seen a rise in applications from US high school students.  A national initiative to increase international student enrollment at all levels, friendly immigration policies allowing students to work during school and after they complete their program of studies, combined with high college costs back home in the States make Canadian universities attractive to many students. If you want an international experience close to home, why not consider the University of British Columbia? This highly ranked university actively recruits top students to campus with merit scholarship opportunities aimed at the leaders of tomorrow.

Scholarship:  Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Scholarship

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.

Boren Scholars are highly motivated learners with sights set on a career in the area of national security. This competitive scholarship offers students the chance to secure funding for study abroad opportunities that focus on learning languages around the world.

Scholarship: Boren Scholarship

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.

For students who have a special veteran in their lives—a woman who served in the Army—this scholarship will help you “be all that you can be” in college.

Scholarship: Army Women United Scholarship

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.

They say a photo is worth 1,000 words. How about $1,000 for college? This scholarship opportunity is for the socially-conscious photographer out there who has something to say, on film, about the issues of the day. The subject matter for your photo documentary is up to you–so get your camera at the ready!

Scholarship: Anchell International Documentary Photography 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.

Physics is a challenging subject highly dependent upon mathematical skills, and, for future physics teachers, the numbers sure add up for this scholarship. Winners of the Barbara Lotze Scholarship earn money for college as they start (or further) their education with the desired end game of becoming a high school physics teacher.

Scholarship: Barbara Lotze Scholarship for Future Physics Teachers