1 - College Costs
2 - Research: Discovering Hidden Treasures
- The Library
- The Scholarship Research Questionnaire
- Research Checklist for Your Library Visit
- Getting Information on Colleges
- Sample College/University Letter
- Sample Private Scholarship Inquiry Letter
- Computerized Scholarship Search Services
- Scholarships Sweepstakes and Lotteries
- Scholarship Scams
- College Fairs
- Campus Visits
- Scholarship Research Checklist
3 - The Internet Scholarship Search
- Directories of Internet Scholarship Sources
- Directories of Colleges on the Web
- Alternative Education Resources
4 - Finding Scholarships in Your Backyard
5 - Help with College Expenses from the Government
- What Is a Financial Aid Package?
- How Is a Financial Aid Package Determined?
- What Is My Financial Need?
- The Financial Aid Forms
- Funding Your College Degree with Military Service
- Tax Assistance for College Expenses
- State Financial Aid Agencies
6 - Getting Organized
- Selecting A College That Suits Your Needs
- Your Monthly Scholarship Plan
7 - Getting The Most From Your Counselor
- The Counselor Visitation Timetable
8 - Taking Tests
- The PSAT I - A Mega Scholarship Opportunity
- The National Merit Scholarship Competition
- The National Achievement Scholarship Program
- The New SAT I and PSAT
9 - Grades Don`t Mean Everything - Standing Out in a Crowd
10 - The Application
- The Most Frequently Asked Questions on College Applications
- The Most Frequently Asked Questions on Scholarship Applications
- Applying Online (The Electronic Application)
- College Applications - Should You Apply for Early Decision or Not?
11 - Writing Perfect Essays
- Sample Outline for Essay Format
- Writing About Yourself: A Basic Descriptive Essay
- Original Essay Example - Future Career Goals
- Original Essay Example - What Can My Generation Do For America?
- Original Essay Example - The Importance of Education
- Original Essay Example from the Coca-Cola Scholarship Competition
- Short Essay Questions
- Typical Essay Topics for Scholarship Applications from Private Organization
- Typical Essay Topics for College/University Applications
- Checklist for Essay Perfection
12 - Scholarship Interviewing Tips
- What to Wear
- Preparation Tips
- Frequently Asked Questions During an Interview
13 - The Art of Getting Good Recommendations & Requesting Nominations
- Sample Letter Requesting a Recommendation
- Sample Letter Requesting a Nomination
14 - Scholarships and Awards for Volunteer Service & Work
15 - Unusual Scholarship Opportunities
16 - Scholarships for the Unnoticed Athlete
17 - The Minority Scholarship Hunt: What's the Difference?
- General Minority Scholarship & Fellowship Opportunities
- African American Minority Scholarship & Fellowship Opportunities
- Hispanic/Latino Minority Scholarship & Fellowship Opportunities
- Native American/Indian Scholarship & Fellowship Opportunities
18 - I`m Already In College - Are There Scholarships For Me?
19 - Funding Beyond the Undergraduate Degree
- Money for Medical School & Health Related Fields
- Money for Law School
- Money for Business School
- Money for Graduate Study in Engineering, Mathematics, or Science
- General Funding
20 - Scholarships for Non-Traditional Students - Distance Learners and Adult
Students Returning to College
21 - Scholarships for International Students and Study Abroad Funding fo U.S.
Students
22 - Scholarships for Disabled Students
23 - Making Choices - You`ve Won An Award . . . Now What Do You Do?
- Scholarships from Colleges or Universities
- Scholarships from Private Organizations
24 - For Parents Only: Helping Your Son or Daughter with College and the
Scholarship Process
25 - For Parents Only: Motivating Your Kids to Win Scholarships
26 - For Parents Only: Saving for College
- The Rule of 72
- U.S. Series EE Savings Bonds
- Prepaid Tuition Plans (Section 529)
- Section 529 Savings Plans
- Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA)
- Custodial Account UGMA/UTMA
- Crummey Trust
- Certified College Planning Specialists
- Getting Free Money in College Saving Accounts for Things You Already Buy
27 - It's Never Too Early To Prepare For The Scholarship Search
28 - Major Reasons Why Some Students Win Scholarships and Others' Don't
29 - Tips for Reducing Your College Expenses and Increasing Your Scholarships
Chances
30 - Parting Words
Appendix A - Abbreviated List of Scholarship Programs
Appendix B - Books and Periodicals for Additional Information
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