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by Roxana Hadad, FastWeb.com You may be eligible for more awards than you think. The secret is to "type" yourself. Find the maximum number of scholarship opportunities by thinking about who you are and what you do. College Major/Field of Interest If you're in college, start with your major or academic area. Departments and schools, as… Read more
by Roxana Hadad, FastWeb.com Scholarship dollars come from sources as diverse as the students who receive them. An understanding of who's giving away this money for college will help you learn where to look and how to win. College-based Scholarships Besides using glossy brochures, cute mascots and sweatshirts emblazoned with their names… Read more
by Roxana Hadad, FastWeb.com One of the most important parts of your college application isn't written by you: the letter of recommendation. But that doesn't mean you're off the hook. Get the best recommendation you can to make a winning impression. Get Organized Organization is the key to making sure your recommendations get where they… Read more
by Mike Pugh, FastWeb.com When it comes to selecting and getting into a college, guidance counselors are invaluable. But they can't help you unless they know what you're looking for. Help them give the guidance you need by following these tips from counselors across the country. Visit early and often. Get to know your counselor during… Read more
by Kay Peterson, Ph.D., FastWeb.com Academic Year The period in which school is in session - typically September through May. Accrual Date The date on which interest charges on an educational loan begin to accrue. Adjusted Available Income The remaining income after taxes and a basic living allowance have been subtracted (in the Federal… Read more
by Mike Pugh, FastWeb.com Filling out the FAFSA can be tricky. Keep these tips in mind and you shouldn't have any problems. Identify Yourself Use your legal name as it appears on your Social Security card. Nicknames or aliases will cause a processing delay. Read the questions carefully. The words "you" and "your" on the FAFSA always refer… Read more
by Kay Peterson, Ph.D., FastWeb.com Applying for financial aid is easier than you think. Your first stop: the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For many schools, this is the only form you need. What is it? The FAFSA is the form the federal government uses to determine your eligibility for federal assistance (loans, grants… Read more
by Michael Pugh, FastWeb.com You've narrowed your choice of colleges down to seven different schools. Now comes the fun part: filling out seven different applications. This means entering your name/address/school data over and over and writing multiple personal essays. And if you can't apply online, this means reacquainting yourself with a… Read more
by Kay Peterson, Ph.D., FastWeb.com Acceptance Form: This form documents the student's receipt of an award letter. The form usually includes a space to indicate acceptance of offered aid, declination of all or part of the package and some means for requesting an appeal to modify the award. Acceptance letters and award letters are… Read more
by Benjamin Kaplan, FastWeb.com I'm about to dispel five widespread myths about winning college scholarships. Myths that have, unfortunately, prevented many deserving students from winning money for college. By learning the truth behind these myths, you'll gain a better understanding of the essential "rules" of the college scholarships… Read more
by Mike Pugh, FastWeb.com Don't let the college admissions essay intimidate you. Remember, it's the part of your application that is fully under your control. Make it work to your advantage! Don't recycle essays. Nothing will land your essay in the circular file faster than an obviously recycled or "near match" essay. Be yourself. Choose… Read more
by Kay Peterson, Ph.D. Before you submit your scholarship application, check out these tips, provided by scholarship sponsors nationwide. Tip #1: Apply only if you are eligible. Read all the scholarship requirements and directions carefully to make sure you're eligible before you send in your application. Tip #2: Complete the application… Read more
by FastWeb Tip 1: Prioritize your efforts, starting with the federal government. Then turn to the private sector for additional assistance. Visit www.finaid.org to learn about all your funding opportunities. Tip 2: Learn all you can about the college financial aid process. Be sure to meet your aid administrator and establish a… Read more
by Michael Pugh, FastWeb.com
Take a strong course schedule. Your class record is a big part of your college application. Don't take courses that simply pad your GPA. Challenge yourself. Take AP, IB or honors courses. If your school doesn't offer them, see if your local community college or university does.
Do volunteer work. Make a difference… Read more
Do you know what you want to be when you grow up? It's okay if you don't. Now's the timeto begin exploring your choices -- there are so many opportunities out there, it's mind blowing! We've profiled over 200 careers and what it takes to get there. C'mon -- take a look at your future! Career Profiles Can you… Read more
Jennifer Tell us about your work---what do you do? I am the assistant to the vice president of marketing and sales. Some specific duties include corresponding with our domestic and international sales forces ; answering their questions about our books; providing them with supplies and samples… Read more
Abel Ybarra Tell us about your work---what do you do? I manage a sporting goods store with 15 employees under me. I make sure that the customer is satisfied, I help order the products , unload them and sell them. I also do the cash control and human resources… Read more
Conn Flatley Tell us about your work---what do you do? I own and operate a restaurant/bar in Los Angeles. What skills are needed? You need excellent management skills . As a small business , you have to do everything: finance… Read more
Randall Frank Tell us about your work---what do you do? I am presently employed as a research scientist working at major national laboratory and at a large midwestern university . At the lab , my work is focused on the unique problems of tera-scale… Read more
Daniel J. Schneider Tell us about your work---what do you do? I am a research scientist employed by a biotechnology company developing diagnostic chips for early detection of disease. What skills are needed? Research scientists are generally organized… Read more
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