Category: Paying for College

Scholarships for First-Generation Students Each year a large portion of college students are first-generation students. In fact, 1 in 4 undergraduates was a first-generation student in the 2019–2020 academic year. […]

Dell Scholars Program Application Guide The Dell Scholars Program helps college students achieve their educational goals by providing substantial financial and professional support during their undergraduate career. The Dell Scholarship […]

Davidson Fellows Scholarship The Davidson Fellows Scholarship is widely recognized as one of the most prestigious merit-based scholarships in the nation. Awarded by the Davidson Institute, the scholarship celebrates young […]

Cameron Impact Scholarship The Cameron Impact Scholarship is one of several high-profile national scholarships that provides much-needed funding for outstanding students to attend college. Like other merit scholarships for college, […]

Scholarships for African Americans Securing funding for college is a top priority for most students. Fortunately, there are plenty of scholarships available for students of all backgrounds, including minority group […]

How to win a Mastercard Scholarship The Mastercard Scholarship is more than just a college scholarship — it’s a launchpad for future innovators and change makers from Africa. Beyond financial […]

ACT Scholarships – Introduction Many students wonder if taking the ACT is worth it. But, if you want to qualify for ACT scholarships, the answer is a resounding yes! Since […]

This article about innovative college financing is presented in partnership with Student Choice, an organization that matches students and families with the best fitting credit union to finance college.  Figuring […]

Local Scholarships Local scholarships are a valuable way to earn money for college. Unlike national scholarships, which attract intense competition from across the country, local scholarships typically have fewer applicants, […]

Scholarships and Grants When it comes to paying for college, scholarships and grants are essential tools that can make higher education more affordable. Unlike student loans, scholarships and grants for […]

Full Ride Scholarships Securing full ride scholarships is every future college student’s dream — a debt-free path to earning a degree. In addition to financial freedom, full scholarships often come […]

Why is college so expensive? The question, why is college so expensive, is one thousands of students and families ask every year while researching universities during the college admissions process. […]

What is CSS Profile and Why it Matters? With the cost of college continuing to rise, applying for financial aid remains a crucial step in the college admissions process. The […]

Scholarship Essay Examples With college tuition costs rising each year, many students apply for merit scholarships to help make college more affordable. However, merit scholarships can be competitive—and that’s where […]

Scholarships for High School Juniors: Introduction As a junior, college financial planning may not be at the forefront of your mind. However, it’s never too early to start preparing for […]

How to Pay for College: Introduction Getting into the school of your dreams may feel like a huge relief. After all, you’ve worked hard on your college applications, crafted strong […]

Worried about the cost of college and student loan debt? Learn what Biden’s student loan debt relief program means for college graduates!

In this Yale Financial Aid Guide, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Zoe (Yale ‘16) walks us through how she paid for Yale University, from beginning the application process to graduating from Yale. […]

In this Williams College financial aid guide, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Nadiya walks us through how she paid for college with the help of financial aid. For more guidance on financial […]

In this UChicago financial aid guide, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Arielle breaks down the process of how she paid for college: from applying to UChicago to graduation. For more guidance on […]

Hi everyone! My name is Taylor, and I graduated from Princeton University in 2016. I really enjoyed my time at Princeton and am thankful for the opportunity to have attended. […]