Find Scholarships
- Check with your school counselor
- Search reputable databases (free only)
- Look local: community groups, employers
- Check colleges' own scholarships
- Note every deadline in one place
For Each Application
- Confirm eligibility before applying
- Note required essays & documents
- Request recommendation letters early
- Draft, revise & proofread essays
- Track submission & confirmation
Watch Out For
- Never pay to apply for a scholarship
- Beware 'guaranteed' scholarship scams
- Protect your personal information
Stay Organized
- Keep a master deadline calendar
- Save every essay to reuse & adapt
- Follow up if you don't hear back
- Report awards to your college
Scholarships are free money for college, but they take organization. This free one-page checklist keeps your search and applications on track. Pairs with our Financial Aid guides and Scholarships resources.