Scholarship Exploration
Welcome to your future!
On these pages are links to a variety of scholarship exploration tools. Visit this site often and develop your own dreams for the future!
Local Scholarships, primarily those awarded at Awards Day and Graduation, may be found using the Local Scholarships link in the left hand banner.
Funding college is no easy task in today's world, no matter where you decide to go. Students, please remember, it is NOT your parent's responsibility alone. They may want to help, but ultimately the responsibility is yours. Educate yourself on the types of financial aid and how to access them.
Types of financial aid:
Scholarships | Usually "free" money that can come from a variety of private and public sources. Scholarships can be based on merit (what you['ve achieved) or need. They can also be based on activities, special talents, future goals and more. |
Grants | Grants are sources of government funding that do not have to be paid back. The main way to access government grant money is through the FAFSA and through PHEAA. |
Loans | Student loans can be trough the government (see FAFSA and PHEAA) or through commercial banks. Most banks in PA offer a Keystone line of products that are specifically for college students. Commercial student loans are much like car loans or home loans - talk to your parents and to you local banks for a better understanding of student loans. |
To access several scholarship search tools, choose any of the links from the area below.
When looking for scholarships, start early, check often, and apply, apply, apply.
9 Search Engines recommended by FORBES
Forbes Magazine is known for its original articles on original articles on finance, industry, investing, and marketing topics.
Forbes regularly reviews scholarship search engines available for college-bound students.
Click the link to see what sites they rank as the best of the best.
Don't get scammed! You don't have to pay to find scholarships !! For more information on student aid, access the federal student aid online resource.
Financial Aid is really the last piece of the puzzle. You must have
a career direction and a college plan before you will need financial
aid. Click below to continue your exploration.