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Best Budgeting Apps for College Students

Want to get control of your finances? Check out this Mos guide on the top budgeting apps for college students.

4 best budgeting apps for college students for 2022

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Can I invest student loans

Investing student loans is technically possible, but it comes with a whole lot of risks. Get the scoop on investing your loan money right here.

Investing student loans: is it possible, and should you do it?

Investing Student Loans: Is It Possible, And Should You Do It?

Investing Student Loans: Can You, and Should You?

How to invest as a college student

Investing doesn’t need to be complicated. Here’s how to invest as a college student, even if you only have a few bucks to get started.

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The Minecraft Scholarship offers a quick application process and awards $2,000 to a student who understands how technology can influence education.

Complete guide to the Minecraft Scholarship

The Minecraft Scholarship

Thurgood Marshall Scholarship

The Thurgood Marshall Scholarship offers many opportunities to the Black college community.

Complete guide to the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship

Complete Guide to the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship

The Thurgood Marshall Scholarship

Digital Responsibility

The Don’t Text and Drive Scholarship has a quick and simple application and offers up to $1,000 to winning students.


Complete guide to the Don't Text and Drive Scholarship

The Don’t Text and Drive Scholarship has a quick and simple application and offers up to $1,000 to winning students.

The Don't Text and Drive Scholarship

Superpower Scholarship

The Superpower Scholarship offers an award to students who stretch their imaginations and write a short essay about having superpowers.

Complete guide to the Superpower Scholarship

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California Student Aid Commission

The Cal Grant B gives financial aid to foster students who plan to attend college at an eligible California institution.

Complete guide to the Cal Grant B

The Cal Grant B gives financial aid to foster students who plan to attend college at an eligible California institution.

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Churchill Scholarship

The Churchill Scholarship provides college seniors with funding to pursue postgraduate studies at Cambridge in the UK.

Complete guide to the Churchill Scholarship

The Churchill Scholarship

The Hertz Foundation

The Hertz Fellowship offers valuable stipends to graduate students who commit to using their skills to serve in times of national emergency.


Complete guide to the Hertz Fellowship

The Hertz Fellowship offers valuable stipends to graduate students who commit to using their skills to serve in times of national emergency.

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Barry Goldwater Scholarship

The Barry Goldwater Scholarship is a prestigious award for college sophomores and juniors studying science, math, and engineering.

Complete guide to the Barry Goldwater Scholarship

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Equitable Excellence Scholarship

The Equitable Excellence Scholarship offers awards to students who have helped their communities prepare for financial or health risks.

Complete guide to the Equitable Excellence Scholarship

The Equitable Excellence Scholarship

Watson Fellowship

The Watson Fellowship is a unique program that helps cover the costs of travel and worldly education after you graduate.

Complete guide to the Watson Fellowship

George J. Mitchell Scholarship

The Mitchell Scholarship provides a one-year stipend for future US leaders to study somewhere in Ireland.


Complete guide to the Mitchell Scholarship

The Mitchell Scholarship provides a one-year stipend for future US leaders to study somewhere in Ireland.

Mitchell Scholarship

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Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation

The Truman Scholarship is a prestigious award for college students who plan to pursue a graduate degree in public service fields.

Complete guide to the Truman Scholarship

The Truman Scholarship

HEROES Act 

The government passed several aid bills during the pandemic. Learn more about the HEROES Act and other forms of government student loan assistance.


What is the HEROES Act, and how does it impact student loans?

What Is the HEROES Act, and How Does It Impact Student Loans?

The government passed several aid bills during the pandemic. Learn more about the HEROES Act and other forms of government student loan assistance.

How Much to Save for College

Check out this guide from Mos to find out how much you need to save for college (and how you can do it).

How much to save for college (and programs that can help)

University of Texas

Read all about financial aid at the University of Texas, including scholarships, loans, and grants.

University of Texas financial aid: a complete guide

University of Texas Financial Aid: A Complete Guide

New York University

Read all about financial aid at New York University, including scholarships, loans, and grants.

New York University financial aid: a complete guide

New York University Financial Aid: A Complete Guide

Stanford Financial Aid

Read all about financial aid at Stanford University, including scholarships, loans, and grants.

Stanford financial aid: a complete guide

Stanford Financial Aid: A Complete Guide

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Stress is a killer—seriously, it can give you headaches, muscle pain, and even damage your immune system—and being a student can make it feel like stress is your default state. Here’s some free and discounted stress-management resources.

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Mos Money Hacks: Dealing with stress 

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Credit cards might seem scary, but they can be a useful tool in your financial arsenal as long as you do your research and use them wisely. 

Mos Money Hacks: Student-friendly credit cards 💳✨

Mos Money Hacks: Student-friendly credit cards 

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There are like five million streaming services out there right now, which means it’s tough to watch TV without spending way too much on subscriptions.

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Mos Money Hacks: Subscriptions

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Netflix is great and all, but it’s nice to get out sometimes.

You can always find concerts, movies and sporting events to attend! Not to mention local attractions and cultural institutions to visit.

Mos Money Hacks: Entertainment edition 🎬🎶🎭

Mos Money Hacks: Entertainment edition 

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They say that experiences are priceless. You know what definitely does have a price, though? Traveling basically anywhere—especially if you don’t have a car.

Mos Money Hacks: Budget-friendly travel 🏖️

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Mos doesn’t just want to help you save you money on tuition. We want to help you save you money on everything

That’s why we’re starting the Mos Money Hacks series; to share special deals for students like you.

Mos Money Hacks: How to find student discounts ☀️

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Tips for the FAFSA

The FAFSA can unlock grants, scholarships, and student loans to pay for college. Here are useful tips for the FAFSA to maximize your financial aid. 

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Read all about financial aid at Virginia Commonwealth University, including scholarships, loans, and grants.

Virginia Commonwealth University financial aid: a complete guide

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Read all about financial aid at California State University, Northridge University, including scholarships, loans, and grants.

California State University, Northridge financial aid: a complete guide

California State University, Northridge financial aid guide

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Student Loans vs. Scholarships

Student loans and scholarships are 2 of the most popular financial aid types. Learn the pros and cons of each and how they fit into your aid package.

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Student loans vs. scholarships

How to pay for college without loans 

Here are our absolute favorite big-money and largest scholarships, hand selected from tens of thousands, to help you pay for college without loans.

Top big money scholarships

Top Big Money Scholarships

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Personal Finance For College Students 

Learn about the importance of student personal finance and explore 10 pillars of personal finance for college students that’ll shape your financial future.

A guide to personal finance for college students

A Guide to Personal Finance for College Students

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How to prepare for college

Considering heading off to college? Read this guide from Mos to learn how you can prepare for school.

How to prepare for college: a step-by-step guide

State financial aid programs in the US

Want to know if you have access to grants and scholarships beyond what’s available on a federal level? Check out our complete state aid directory.


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State Aid Directory for All U.S. States and Territories

Want to know if you have access to grants and scholarships beyond what’s available on a federal level? Check out our complete state aid directory.

Purdue University

Read all about financial aid at Purdue University, including scholarships, loans, and grants.

Purdue financial aid: a complete guide

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Do you have to pay back a Pell Grant

Wondering whether you'll need to repay your Pell Grant award? Check out this guide from Mos to find out.

Do you have to pay back a Pell Grant?

FAFSA Status

The FAFSA takes days to process and occasionally runs into issues. Learn how to check your FAFSA status so you can fix problems and keep track of your aid.

How to check your FAFSA status

Shawn Carter Scholarship

Learn more about the Shawn Carter Scholarship, including eligibility requirements and how to apply.

Complete guide to the Shawn Carter Scholarship

The Shawn Carter Scholarship

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Passive Income for College Students

Passive income lets you earn money without much active time invested. Here are passive income ideas for college students.

Passive income for college students

Financial Literacy for College Students

Financial literacy involves learning basic money skills to manage your personal finances. Here’s everything college students need to know about money.

Financial literacy for college students

Recurring Expenses

Some expenses last a long time, or even for life. These are recurring expenses. Discover how recurring expenses work and learn the major types.

A college student’s guide to recurring expenses

A student’s guide to recurring expenses

Discretionary income

Discretionary income refers to the amount of money you have left over after paying for essentials, like rent and food. Here’s what students need to know.



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Discretionary income refers to the amount of money you have left over after paying for essentials, like rent and food. Here’s what students need to know.

What is discretionary income?

Personal Budget

Taking your college finances into your own hands? Here are some personal budget categories to help you create your budget.

Making a budget? Here are some personal budget categories to consider

 Personal budget categories to include in your budget

Duke Financial Aid

Read all about financial aid at Duke University, including scholarships, loans, and grants.


Duke financial aid: a complete guide

 Read all about financial aid at Duke University, including scholarships, loans, and grants.

These wellness apps, classes, and mindfulness tools can be great additions to your self-care routine: Headspace Student Plan: Save 85% on an annual membership and access meditations, mindful movement exercises, and sleepcasts. Calm: Get a 3-month free trial with Amazon Prime Student, then pay a discounted rate of $8.99 a month. Alo: With a 30-day trial of Alo Moves you can take yoga, fitness, mindfulness, and self-care classes from anywhere. Then, it’s $130 a year. CorePower Yoga: Students get 20% off All Access Membership and Class Packs. Meditate with Jellyfish: The Monterey Bay Aquarium’s YouTube channel has a delightful playlist of guided meditations featuring their jellyfish. The Free Mindfulness Project: Listen to a series of guided meditations and attend live online sessions on this donation-driven website. The Rubin Museum’s Mindfulness Meditation Podcast: 20-minute meditations inspired by the museum's artworks and led by meditation experts. IAJW’s Free Resources: The International Association for Journal Writing has a ton of free journaling prompts that can help with stress management. Xhalr: This streamlined site guides you through a series of slow, calm breaths. Finally, go easy on yourself this week. You’re doing your best.

Although we can’t tell you what card is the best fit for you personally, we found five options that offer cash bonuses and student-friendly perks. These credit cards all offer welcome bonuses and cash back:  Wells Fargo Active Cash: $200 bonus when you spend $500, 2% cash back, and 0% APR for 15 months. Chase Freedom Unlimited: $200 bonus when you spend $500, 1.5% cash back, and 0% APR for 15 months. Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards: $200 bonus when you spend $1,000, 3% cash back in a category of your choice. Capital One SavorOne: $50 bonus when you spend $100 and 3% cash back on dining, entertainment, streaming, and groceries. Capital One Quicksilver: $50 bonus when you spend $100 and 1.5% cash back. For more on the benefits of using credit cards (and on how to use them responsibly), check out this Investopedia article.  For more financial hacks, download Mos! It’s an app that gives you personalized help through every step of the college financial aid process.  

Thankfully there are free options out there, and student deals to fall back on when your ex finally changes their password: Kanopy: Thousands of films, free through your student ID or library card. Pluto.tv: Stream hundreds of TV channels for free with ads. Tubi: A wide variety of shows and movies, free with ads. Crunchyroll: A huge amount of anime, free with ads. Peacock Student Discount: Get your first year for $1.99 a month. Amazon Prime Student: Music, movies, shows, games, and ebooks all in one place. Get a 6-month free trial, then pay $7.49 a month. Spotify + Hulu: Bundle these two services for free for a month, then for $5.99 a month. Hulu: Another Hulu option—stream with ads for $1.99 a month. Paramount+ Student Discount: 25% off the monthly price. Apple Music Student Discount: Get a lower rate for up to 48 months. YouTube Premium: There’s a month-long free trial, then it’s $7.99/month. Happy streaming! Use some of the money you save to buy a huge bucket of popcorn. Want another way to save money? The Mos app helps you pay for college by finding perfect scholarship matches for you and helping you get extra grant money from your school. 


There’s tons to do around town, but tickets aren't cheap.

Here are five sites and strategies that’ll help fit all that entertainment into your budget: Vivid Seats: Get up to $30 off concerts, sports games, comedy shows, or theater productions when you sign up through Student Beans. Citypass: Save on hot attractions in 16 major cities. AMC Theaters - Bring your student ID for special prices. Plus, 25% off movie tickets for showings before 4pm. Ticketmaster: Check your show’s ticket options for student prices—they’re not available on everything, but there’s some great deals out there. Local museums: They probably have student discounts, or even totally free admission! Check their websites to find out. Good luck snagging your deals! (Or maybe we should say break a leg?) If you’re looking for even more ways to save money, check out the Mos app! It helps you win college scholarships and lower your tuition. 

Netflix is great and all, but it’s nice to get out sometimes.

Summer is concert season, blockbuster movie season, and baseball season! Not to mention the local events, attractions, and cultural institutions that are going to be bursting with attendees over the next few months.

This week, we’re spotlighting the sites and deals that’ll help you have those metaphorically priceless experiences at a reasonable literal price: Uber One for Students: Save on Uber and Uber Eats for $4.99 a month or $48 a year. G Adventures: A $100 voucher for your summer travels. Student Universe: Student discounts on flights, hotels, and rental cars. Plus, awesome group benefits and 24/7 support! Scholartrip: Find cheap flights and exclusive airfare deals. Flyla: Affordable student flights from European airlines. Hostelworld: Meet new people and explore new places for cheap—plus, get an 8% student discount! Emirates Student Offer: Up to 10% off an Economy or Business class flight. Enjoy your trip, and enjoy the savings too! Want even more ways to save? The Mos app helps you win college scholarships and pay less tuition.

It’s summer vacation, which means you’re free till fall!

You know what isn’t free, though? Traveling basically anywhere—especially if you don’t have a car.

Our first topic is…student discount sites!  There are way too many deals out there for any one person to keep track of. Luckily, there are sites that track them for you. They help you save money and earn cash back when you buy stuff: UNiDAYS: Promos, giveaways, and free shipping perks for students. SheerID: Connects you directly to brands with student discount programs. Student Beans: A student loyalty network with tons of exclusive deals. ID.me: An identity network that unlocks deals when you confirm you’re a student. Since you’re going to shop anyway, you should use one or more of these resources to shop smart.  If you’re looking for even more ways to save money, check out Mos: it’s an app that helps you win college scholarships and save on tuition. 

School’s out for summer and you know what that means—time for fun!

Unfortunately, fun stuff usually costs money. That’s why we’re starting the Mos Money Hacks series; to share special deals for students like you.

You did it. You’ve sent your FAFSA, and you’re waiting for the government to tell you how much money you qualify for. But days pass, and you hear nothing back. Your ability to pay for school hangs in the balance, and you’re becoming anxious. Don’t worry. FAFSA takes a little while to process, and you can check your FAFSA status easily.  This article will explain what happens after you submit the FAFSA to help you understand why it takes a bit of time to process. Then, we’ll explain how to check your FAFSA status and what each status type means before closing with some FAQs. What is the FAFSA? The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is a form you fill out to qualify for most types of federal financial aid, including student loans, Pell Grants, and work-study.  Some state-based, school-based, and private aid programs also use part or all of your FAFSA to decide how much aid to give you. You have to complete and submit the FAFSA every year to qualify for federal aid and other aid sources that use it. But don’t worry, because it costs nothing more than a bit of your time to complete. And you can often submit it much faster after your first time because it saves much of your info. The FAFSA is due on June 30 of the year you want aid for. For example, the FAFSA for the 2022–2023 academic year is due on June 30, 2023. It’s hard to miss that deadline, but you generally want to fill the FAFSA out much earlier than that because your application can run into issues as you'll learn below. What happens after I submit my FAFSA? After you submit your FAFSA, the federal government processes it. Nearly 18 million students submit the FAFSA each year, so you won’t hear back right away. You’ll just have to wait until it either goes through successfully or runs into issues. If you submit your FAFSA online, it’ll take 3–5 days to process. Submitting it by mail will increase the processing time to 7–10 days. Once your FAFSA is processed successfully, you’ll get a Student Aid Report online or in the snail mail, depending on which delivery method you chose to submit your FAFSA. On that SAR will be several key pieces of information: Expected family contribution: Your EFC is a number the government uses to estimate your or your family’s ability to contribute to your education. Schools use this and their cost of attendance to determine your aid package. This will soon change to the Student Aid Index or SAI. Data release number: A unique number you can provide to FAFSA customer service agents to make certain changes to your FAFSA. Verification: An asterisk next to your EFC means you were selected for verification. You’ll need to provide more information to Federal Student Aid. More on this in our FAQ section. Loan summary: Any outstanding federal student loans. Where do I check my FAFSA status? You can check your FAFSA status online at FAFSA.gov or by phone. To check online, go to FAFSA.gov or open the myStudentAid mobile app and use your FSA ID and password to log in to your FAFSA. You’ll be taken to the FAFSA portal. Click on “My FAFSA” to land on the My FAFSA page. You’ll find your FAFSA status there. To check your financial aid status by phone, call the Federal Student Aid Information Center by dialing 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243). What does my FAFSA status mean? The Department of Education has several categories for your FAFSA processing status. Processing The “Processing” status means Federal Student Aid received your form but has not yet processed it. Since the FAFSA can take several days to process, don’t be surprised if your form remains “Processing” for a while. There’s nothing you need to do here but wait and check periodically for your FAFSA status to change. Processed Successfully The “Processed Successfully” status means that your FAFSA went through successfully. You don’t need to do anything else unless you want to make FAFSA corrections later. Once your FAFSA is processed successfully, you will get your SAR in a few days, as we mentioned earlier. Missing Signatures The “Missing Signatures” status means you or your parents have forgotten to provide signatures in 1 or more locations. You’ll simply need to log in to your FAFSA online account to add the missing signatures. If you submitted a paper FAFSA, you can add the signatures to a printed copy of your SAR and mail it to the FAFSA processor. Action Required The “Action Required” status means there are other errors besides missing signatures that you need to fix. You’ll need to contact any schools that received your FAFSA to find out the issue and determine how to fix it. FAFSA status FAQs Have more questions about filing the FAFSA, checking your FAFSA status, or getting the aid you need?  Check out our FAFSA status FAQs below. How long does it take to process my FAFSA? FAFSA processing time varies according to your submission method: Online: 3–5 days Paper: 7–10 days You’ll know your FAFSA is done if you check online and see a “Processed Successfully” status or receive your SAR in the mail. You can also check whether your FAFSA’s been processed by calling the Federal Student Aid Information Center. Is there any way to speed up FAFSA processing? The government processes millions of FAFSA forms every year. Unfortunately, there’s no way to speed up your FAFSA processing. But you can make the rest of the process faster by minimizing mistakes along the way. Here are some ways to knock out the FAFSA as quickly as possible: Gather the documents you need ahead of time, and store them together in a safe place Take your time filling out the FAFSA, and triple-check it before submitting it Use the IRS tool to pull in tax information Use last year’s FAFSA information, if possible I’ve been selected for verification. What does that mean? If you see an asterisk next to your EFC on your SAR, your FAFSA was selected for verification. This means the ED picked your FAFSA to check to ensure that the info you provided is correct. Don’t worry—this doesn’t mean you’re in trouble. The ED randomly picks a sample of FAFSA each year just to ensure things are running smoothly. However, you’ll want to cooperate earnestly and provide all the documents the ED asks for to the best of your ability. Waiting too long can delay your financial aid. You might have to do verification for several schools, and some may give it another name, like “missing documents.” You’ll need to send the necessary documents to each of these schools separately. If something turns out to be incorrect, you still may not get in any trouble. As long as you make a good-faith effort to fix errors on your FAFSA, the ED shouldn’t mind. Can I make corrections to my FAFSA if it’s already been processed? Yes, you can make corrections to your FAFSA application even if it’s already been processed, such as adding more schools or fixing incorrect information. You can make these corrections online, by phone, or by mail. The process differs for each of these methods. FAFSA corrections are generally due 3 months after the regular due date of June 30. That means September 10 or 11 of the year you’re attending school—in 2022, for instance, the deadline was September 11, 2022. Don’t wait until the deadline, though. The faster you make the corrections, the faster you’ll know what your aid package looks like so that you can plan accordingly. Plus, some FAFSA aid sources, such as work-study, are first-come, first-serve. Wait too long, and you could miss out on certain aid opportunities. How long will my FAFSA aid take to direct deposit? The time it takes to direct deposit depends on the financial institution. That said, it generally shouldn’t take more than 2 weeks. If you’re still waiting for aid you believe you’re owed, contact your school’s student accounts or financial aid office. My FAFSA was processed successfully. How can I check on the status of my aid? Once your FAFSA is processed and you accept your financial aid, you simply have to wait a little while before you officially receive your aid. You can check on the status of that money by reaching out to your school’s financial aid office. When will I get my financial aid award letter? Schools generally mail out financial aid award letters shortly after they send admissions letters. This means you can expect yours by mid-March to late April of the year you plan to attend school.  That said, schools can vary in how long they take to put together your aid package and send your letter. Once you get these letters, don’t rush to accept them. Weigh your and your parents’ finances against which school you want to attend and how much aid they offer before moving forward. How long does non-FAFSA aid take to process? There’s no universal answer here—it depends on the type of aid and the organization handing it out. For example, a massive scholarship competition like the Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway has a schedule that runs for several months over multiple stages and is handed out once per year.  Meanwhile, smaller or ongoing scholarships, like the Courage to Grow Scholarship, take only a few days to process since they run regularly and are quite simple. I didn’t get as much aid as I needed. Can I appeal the FAFSA financial aid decision? If you didn’t get as much aid as you needed, you can get your school to take another look at your situation by appealing your financial aid offer. This may be a good idea if your financial situation has changed significantly since you filed—for example if a parent lost their job or your family encountered a substantial unexpected expense. To appeal your FAFSA decision, you’ll need to: Contact your school and let them know you’d like to appeal your financial aid decision Gather documents relevant to the appeal decision. For example, if a parent loses a job, you may need some paperwork proving the loss of income. Write a financial aid appeal letter. In this letter, you’ll make your case for the school to reconsider your aid decision. Submit a letter and the relevant documents to your school’s financial aid office. Keep yourself updated on your FAFSA Several million fellow students apply for the FAFSA every year, so a response to your FAFSA won’t be immediate. Fortunately, the ED updates your FAFSA status online. If yours is flagged, handle the issue ASAP to ensure you get the needed aid.  
Otherwise, hang tight—there’s a good chance it’ll go through soon. In the meantime, check out our guide to the types of financial aid to better understand the aid available on your SAR and other types of aid you can look for.

This article will tell you everything you need to know about the Truman Scholarship, including important dates, eligibility requirements, how much aid you can receive, and how to apply. What is the Truman Scholarship? The Truman Scholarship was established in 1975 in memory of the 33rd President of the United States, Harry S. Truman. It awards scholarships to “persons who demonstrate outstanding potential for and who plan to pursue a career in public service.” Each year, the Truman Scholarship awards roughly 60 college juniors scholarships. The program awards students as much as $30,000 to put toward graduation or professional school in service-related programs. It also makes them part of an organization that offers many development programs, such as Leadership Week and a year-long fellows program.  How to apply for the Truman Scholarship This section will discuss the requirements to apply for the Truman Scholarship. Eligibility requirements Before applying for the Truman Scholarship, students must meet these eligibility requirements: Be a full-time student in their 3rd year at a 4-year institution Receive a nomination from the Truman Scholarship Faculty Representative at their school; Rank in the top 25% of their class Be a US citizen or a United States national from American Samoa. Intend to attend graduate school and pursue public service as a career The application If a student is nominated for the Truman Scholarship, they’ll receive an email that provides them with application instructions. Applicants will need to provide: The nomination letter from their school Essays on their plans for public service, leadership, and service in general A proposal or policy idea covering a subject that interests them 3 letters of recommendation, one should cover each of the following topics: Leadership skills Commitment to public service Chances of academic success A transcript from their school Important dates to remember These are the essential dates to know for the Truman scholarship Nomination deadline: February 1st Interview confirmation deadline: February 18th Awards announced: April 15th Other scholarships like the Truman Scholarship The Truman Scholarship is a highly prestigious program for college students who want to pursue public service. Some other scholarships that focus on high-achieving students include: The NHS Scholarship The Barry Goldwater Scholarship The College Bound Scholarship Mos can help you get started applying for both government financial aid and scholarships, like the Truman Scholarship. Join us now.

This guide will discuss everything you need to know about the Mitchell Scholarship, including its eligibility requirements, how to apply, and how much financial support you can receive. We’ll also discuss some similar scholarships you might be eligible for. What is the Mitchell Scholarship? The Mitchell Scholarship was named to honor US Senator George Mitchell’s contributions to the peace process in Northern Ireland. It helps form connections between future leaders of America and the island and people of Ireland. The scholarship offers up to 12 scholars funding for a year of postgraduate study in Ireland or Northern Ireland. It pays for tuition and accommodation and offers a stipend that recipients can use to pay for living expenses and travel during the academic year. How to apply for the Mitchell Scholarship In this section, we’ll cover the essentials of applying for the Mitchell Scholarship. Eligibility requirements Before you apply for the Mitchell Scholarship, make sure you meet these requirements. Be a US citizen Be between the age of 18 and 30 on the due date of the application Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university Married applicants are permitted to apply but won’t receive additional funding to cover their spouse’s expenses or assistance with their spouse’s travel documents The application The Mitchell Scholarship accepts applications through its website. Here’s how it works. Page 1: Create an account. Page 2: Personal information. Page 3: Education information. Page 4: Select a Fellowship Advisor. Page 5: Provide an endorsement from your institution (if an undergraduate). Page 6: Provide 4 letters of recommendation. Page 7: List awards and activities. Page 8: Essay describing why you want to be a Mitchell Scholar and how the program will help you advance your personal objectives. In addition to the application, applicants will also need to sit for a video interview. The essay and interview are your opportunities to let your personality show through and show the selection committee why you deserve the award. Important dates to remember If you’re applying for the Mitchell Scholarship, these are some essential dates to know. Applications open: March Applications close: 5 PM on September 30th Video interview deadline: 5 PM on October 3rd Semi-finalist virtual interviews: October 31st - November 2nd Finalist interviews: November 19th Recipients announced: November 19th Other scholarships like the Mitchell Scholarship The Mitchell Scholarship aims to give students an opportunity to travel abroad and learn more about other cultures. It’s designed to help potential leaders broaden their horizons and prepare for the future. If you’re interested in similar scholarship opportunities, consider applying for these awards: The Barry Goldwater Scholarship The Truman Scholarship The Watson Fellowship Mos can help you get started applying for both government financial aid and scholarships, like the Mitchell Scholarship. Join us now. 

This guide will cover the essentials of the Watson Fellowship, including eligibility requirements, how to apply, and how much financial support you can receive. We’ll also discuss some similar scholarships you might be eligible for. What is the Watson Fellowship? The Watson Foundation was founded in 1961 in honor of Tom Watson, one of the early CEOs and chairmen of IBM.  The Foundation created the Watson Fellowship to provide graduating college students with a year to "explore with thoroughness a particular interest, test their aspirations and abilities, view their lives and American society in greater perspective, and, concomitantly, develop a more informed sense of international concern.” The scholarship gives awardees a 1-year stipend of $36,000, provides health insurance, and handles payments on student loans for 1 year. During the year after the recipient graduates, they spend a year traveling outside of the United States, attending fellows’ events, and submitting reports to the Foundation. How to apply for the Watson Fellowship Here, we’ll cover what you need to know to apply for the Watson Fellowship. Eligibility requirements Before you submit an application, make sure you meet these eligibility requirements. Be a US Citizen or international student Apply in the year you’re receiving your degree Receive a nomination from one of the Foundation’s 41 partner institutions The application If you plan to apply for the Watson Fellowship, you’ll have to work with your campus advisor. The application consists of these stages: Ensure eligibility Meet with your campus advisor Complete the application, including: Your Personal Statement - What has convinced you to apply for the Watson Fellowship? How do you hope to benefit from the year? Your Project Proposal - Your project must sustain your interest amidst the highs and lows of a year in unfamiliar places. What is your plan for the 12-month period? What opportunities and challenges are unique to your project? Obtain 2 Recommendations Provide transcript Complete the campus selection process Nominees will also complete a 1-hour interview with a Foundation representative. This is a very important part of the process, so make sure to be prepared so you can do as well as possible in the interview. Important dates to remember These are the essential dates to remember for the Watson Fellowship. Applications open: Varies based on your school National selection begins: November Awards announced: Mid-March Other scholarships like the Watson Fellowship The Watson Fellowship is a very unique opportunity that lets students travel the world and learn in the year after they graduate. If you’re a top student and looking for programs with similar visions and missions, consider these other awards. Barry Goldwater Scholarship The Truman Scholarship The NHS Scholarship Mos can help you get started applying for both government financial aid and scholarships, like the Watson Fellowship. Join us now.

This guide will break down everything you need to know about the Equitable Excellence Scholarship, including its eligibility requirements, how to apply, and how much financial support you can receive. We’ll also cover some similar scholarships you might be eligible for. What is the Equitable Excellence Scholarship? The Equitable Excellence Scholarship is awarded by the Equitable Foundation, the charitable arm of Equitable. This financial services firm focuses on ethical investing and insurance products and serving its clients effectively. The scholarship awards graduating high school seniors with $5,000 scholarships that renew each year for 4 years or one-time $2,500 scholarships to cover upfront costs of education. Recipients also receive access to development opportunities and engagement programs to help them succeed in college and beyond. How to apply for the Equitable Excellence Scholarship This section will cover everything you need to know about applying for the Equitable Excellence Scholarship. Eligibility requirements Before you apply, make sure that you meet these requirements: Current high school senior who plans to enroll full-time in an accredited 2- or 4-year U.S. college or university for the next academic year U.S. citizen or legal resident living or claiming residency in one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico Willing to provide a release to publicize your identity and information about your achievements, along with photographs for use in Program promotion/information The application The Equitable Excellence Scholarship accepts applications online. Students will need to provide: Applicant information Education information Honors and rewards, both academic and extracurricular Extracurricular activities, including those you participate in and how long you’ve participated A high school transcript SAT or ACT scores A letter of recommendation The Foundation notes that students who have achievements related to reducing financial, environmental, health, or emergency preparedness risks or around empowering society to face those risks are encouraged to apply. If possible, focusing on those achievements in your essay or having your recommender cover those achievements may help. Important dates to remember When applying for the Equitable Excellence Scholarship, keep these dates in mind. Applications open: Fall Application deadline: December 17th or when 10,000 applications are submitted Awards announced: Late February  Other scholarships like the Equitable Excellence Scholarship The Equitable Excellence Scholarship offers students who have achievements related to helping their communities a chance to get funding for their education. If you’re a high achiever or dedicated to public service, you might want to apply for these other scholarship programs. The NHS Scholarship The Watson Fellowship The Truman Scholarship Mos can help you get started applying for both government financial aid and scholarships, like the Equitable Excellence Scholarship. Join us now.

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