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Buckle Up for Auto Industry Scholarships
Tweet Share on Facebook November 29, 2012 CommentWhen Henry Ford started churning out America's first affordable automobile in the early 1900s, automotive repair shops began popping up in just about every town across the country. With this came a need for talented mechanics, not to mention engineers, technicians, and salespeople. Today, this need has only multiplied: 95 percent of American households have at least one car, and most have two or more.
If you've been tinkering with cars before you even had a driver's license, a career in the auto industry could be right up your alley. But getting the necessary training, whether it's attending a four-year college for engineering or enrolling in a trade school to become a mechanic, isn't free or cheap—unless, of course, you turn to scholarships.
We've put together a handful of scholarships for those of you interested in the auto industry. For more opportunities, check out the scholarships offered by specific schools you are interested in; most offer generous scholarship opportunities that could help you save your money for your next sweet ride instead of a student loan bill.
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Explore Scholarships for Scouts
Tweet Share on Facebook November 15, 2012 CommentNo matter what your unique passion may be, there is likely to be a scholarship out there focused on it. Take Scouting, for example: If you've spent years reciting the Scout Oath or The Girl Scout Promise, there are many opportunities to apply for funding to help you achieve your academic goals.
[Learn how to start your scholarship search.]
Awards for Eagle Scouts
According to the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), "dozens of universities, BSA local councils, and religious, civic and military organizations" offer scholarships to Eagle Scouts.
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Honor Veterans Day by Sharing These Scholarship Opportunities
Tweet Share on Facebook November 8, 2012 CommentWith all the hoopla surrounding the recent presidential election, we think it's important to take a moment to recognize the service members who protect one of the most important rights we hold as Americans: the right to vote. Veterans Day is coming up on November 12, and in honor of America's veterans, we're showcasing a number of scholarship opportunities for those of you who are transitioning from a career in the military.
The financial burden of college can be extremely overwhelming for veterans and their families. Thankfully, there are a lot of excellent scholarship and financial aid opportunities out there for you, including several we covered in a previous post.
[Learn more about paying for college.]
If you're a veteran who is looking to receive additional training or earn your college degree, before you do anything, you should apply for benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' GI Bill and Post-9/11 GI Bill, which remains the No. 1 financial aid option for veterans who have been honorably discharged within the past 15 years.
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Check Out 6 Scholarships for Gamers
Tweet Share on Facebook November 1, 2012 CommentTimes have changed in the last 20 years for students who love video games. In 1994, the classic college comedy film PCU joked about the absurdity of being able to "major in Gameboy;" now, less than two decades later, gaming can mean real money for your college education.
Whether you're a player, an aspiring developer, or a student of gaming culture, there are scholarships out there for you. As cities and libraries around the world prepare to celebrate International Games Day on November 3, here are some opportunities to be aware of in the coming year.
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