Scholarships are an attractive way to pay for college because you don’t need to pay them back. Considered to be gift aid, scholarship awards may range from a few hundred dollars to covering the full cost of tuition.
Scholarships are offered by many organizations, including the State of Maryland, the University, and external private sources. There is a lot of free money out there, you just have to start hunting!
Types of Scholarships
Scholarship Application Resources
- Top 10 Tips to a WINNING Scholarship Application
- Action Words for Awesome Applications
- Sample Cover Letter Format
- Sample Essays & Cover Letters
- Sample Thank You Letter Format
- Winning a Scholarship: Quick Reference Guide from FastWeb
Still need help? There are some great resources on campus to help you out!
Writing Center
The Writing Center is a great resource if you are struggling with writer’s block or need another pair of eyes to look over your essay.