In order to take a piece of the pie, drop the assumption that only Rhodes scholars or top college athletes receive aid. Besides academic and athletic merits, many scholarships and fellowships are awarded for members of underrepresented groups, chosen fields of study, areas of residence, military service and other various, sometimes quirky criteria. Also, you don't have to be a high school senior or incoming freshman to apply.
Various scholarships are available to current college students and for post-graduate study.
The U.S. Department of Education site contains a wealth of information not only on grants, but also on loans, work study programs, tax credits and other educational needs. It offers precautions, specifically against online scholarship scams , and savvy advice . FastWeb is one of the most widely used and efficient scholarship search engines. FastWeb's database is updated regularly, producing more accurate results. Students can also submit electronic application to some of the scholarships listed.