Blog: Financial Aid, FAFSA, College Scholarships, And More

A counselor’s guide to making the most of Going Merry: 4 tips for student scholarship success

18 September 2019

Charlotte Lau

Categories: Counselor

More than 5,000 high school counselors across the U.S. use Going Merry. Recently, we reached out to some of the most successful counselors–ones who’ve helped many scholarship student winners. We asked them for their top tips in this counselor’s guide to Going Merry. Jump to:1. Early bird gets the…

What’s a winning scholarship essay look like? Actually, it’s a winning scholarship video.

13 September 2019

Charlotte Lau

Categories: Applying for Scholarships, Scholarship Essays, Success Story

More and more scholarships (like this Motorola Milestone one) allow you to submit short videos instead of personal essays. Check out the winning scholarship essay video entry from Violetta Spinazzola, about her best friend Jess:…

Impressive Scholarships for Students in Illinois for 2021

9 September 2019

Kelly Lamano

Categories: State-Specific Scholarships

Do scholarship applications make you look like a white-tailed deer in the headlights? Don’t worry – we’ve got your back on this one! We like to make searching and applying for scholarships in Illinois easy. Jump to:Check out the list of Illinois scholarships you could apply for!1. CHS…

Arcadia High School Case Study: How Counselors Can Use Going Merry Effectively For Their Students

19 August 2019

Kelly Lamano

Categories: Applying for Scholarships

With about 3,500 students, counselors at Arcadia High School in Arcadia, California were overwhelmed by their scholarship program. On top of their usual responsibilities, counselors at AHS were attempting to manage over 25 scholarships, totaling more than $25,000,…

Arizona Scholarships for 2021

14 August 2019

Kelly Lamano

Categories: State-Specific Scholarships

Thinking about how to afford college? Many small local scholarships go unclaimed each year, which is why we’re introducing you to some of the best scholarships in Arizona. At Going Merry, we bring local and statewide scholarships to you! Jump to:1. James A. Fortmann Scholarship Fund2. Arizona Friends…

23 Sunsational Florida Scholarships for 2021

2 July 2019

Brittany Mailhot

Categories: State-Specific Scholarships

With the usual Florida heat, it’s hard to tell the difference between the end of summer and the beginning of college! We’ve got you covered when it comes to financing college tuition, so you can focus on this new chapter of your life. Stay cool with this list of Florida…

What should I write in my Scholarship Thank You Letter?

17 June 2019

Shalon B

Categories: Applying for Scholarships

Congratulations! You won that scholarship you applied for! You receive the notice that you’re the scholarship recipient, and notice you’re required to write a scholarship thank you letter. Trust us, a scholarship thank you letter is not difficult at all. The letter describes your gratitude (exactly what it sounds like).

9 Peachy-Keen Scholarships for Students in Georgia for 2021

4 June 2019

Brittany Mailhot

Categories: State-Specific Scholarships

Wondering how in the world you’re going to afford college? We’ve got plenty of scholarship resources for you when it comes to financing college tuition. The State of Georgia is known for more than just its peaches – its universities are pretty impressive too! With top…

Wonderful Wisconsin Scholarships for 2021

14 May 2019

Brittany Mailhot

Categories: State-Specific Scholarships

Wisconsin is home to several respected universities, including the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Marquette University, but the rising cost of tuition presents the same obstacle to education as it does in most other states. To study in Wisconsin, in-state tuition costs an…

Superb Scholarships for Students in South Carolina for 2021

13 May 2019

Charlotte Lau

Categories: State-Specific Scholarships

We know you’re probably relaxing by the beach, not wanting to think about financing college tuition. We get it! Applying for scholarships is no walk in the park, but we’re making this easy for you with our scholarship search and application tool. Jump to:South Carolina Scholarships1. Cindy Mellen…

EFC for FAFSA: What it is and how to calculate it

31 January 2019

Shalon B

Categories: Financial Aid

Numerous calculations determine the cost of college for a student. Luckily, you don’t need to crunch any numbers, but you should understand where the numbers are coming from. Perhaps the most important number to understand is your Expected Family Contribution. Jump to:What is the EFC?…

How to Write an Awesome Essay About Your Career Goals

1 November 2018

Brittany Mailhot

Categories: Scholarship Essays

Before you begin, ask yourself a few key questions like: What are my short-term and long-term career goals?Where do I see myself in ten years?What events in my life have led me to have these goals?What major will help me reach my…

How to Start a Scholarship Fund in 5 Easy Steps

12 September 2018

Brittany Mailhot

Categories: Scholarship Providers

Starting a scholarship is an exciting and rewarding experience! It’s a unique opportunity to turn a student’s dream into a reality. Scholarships can provide life-changing financial aid to students from a variety of different backgrounds. Jump to:Step 1: Decide which students you’d like to support…

The Ultimate Guide to Completing the CSS Profile

9 August 2018

Brittany Mailhot

Categories: Financial Aid

When it comes to applying for financial aid, most schools and the federal government use the FAFSA to figure out their award packages. But some schools, around 250 to be more exact, use the CSS Profile, which was created by…

13 Tips to Bring Your Scholarship Essay to the Next Level

31 July 2018

Brittany Mailhot

Categories: Applying for Scholarships, Scholarship Essays

Applying for scholarships would be a piece of cake if it wasn’t for the essay, which often forces us to reflect on ourselves, who we are as people, and what we’ve accomplished so far in life. While it can be the most difficult part of the…

12 Essential Tips for Winning More Scholarships

1 May 2018

Brittany Mailhot

Categories: Applying for Scholarships

It’s no secret that scholarships are one of the absolute best ways to pay for college, but how in the world do you get started? With nearly every scholarship application requiring an essay, letters of recommendation, and a plethora of personal information, starting the process and figuring out…

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