Search your community, church, and civic organizations.
Talk to your faculty or academic advisor.
Check with your parent鈥檚 employers.
Scholarship Scam Warning Signs
Fees
Credit Card/Bank Account Information requested
Scholarship Guarantee
No Work Involved
No Contact Information
Pressure Tactics
REMEMBER!! An official-sounding name doesn鈥檛 assure legitimacy!
Application Tips
Apply Early.
Know the deadlines.
Allow time for recommendation letters.
If you win a scholarship, inform the Financial Aid Office, and it may adjust your financial aid award.
Send a thank you letter if awarded a scholarship.
Scholarships and Taxes
A scholarship is considered tax-free if used only for tuition, fees, books, and supplies. A scholarship is considered taxable if it covers room, board, travel, clerical help, research, or non-course-related equipment. Questions? Contact the IRS at or 1-800-829-1040.
Internet Sites to Begin Your Search
(For Study Abroad or Internationals)
– Must be nominated by a faculty member in the education program.
