Documents You Need For College Scholarships (2026)
Every scholarship needs specific documents. Here's the master list of what to prepare, whe...
Feb 17, 2020
Lawrence Myers
Senior Education Writer
Lawrence Myers is a senior education writer covering college admissions, university rankings, financial aid, and career outcomes. He specializes in translating complex higher-education data into clear, practical guidance for students and parents navigating the application process.
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Articles by Lawrence Myers
Can the Standardized Test Predict Your Success?
Standardized tests predict some things (like first-year GPA) but not everything (like care...
Feb 5, 2020
Does Ivy League Schools Provide Scholarships?
Ivy Leagues don't have merit scholarships. But their need-based aid is insanely generous....
Feb 5, 2020
Top 10 Tips to Be Successful in High School (2026)
Top high schoolers aren't just smart—they're organized, curious, and strategic. Here's wha...
Feb 5, 2020
Who are Nontraditional Students?
Nontraditional students went back to college after time away. They're older, working, pare...
Jan 31, 2020
How to Write a Letter of Continued Interest (2026)
Waitlisted? A strong letter of continued interest can get you off. Here's the template, wh...
Jan 31, 2020
Full Ride Scholarships 2026: Everything You Need to Know
Full ride scholarships cover tuition, room, and board—no debt. Here's exactly what they co...
Jan 31, 2020
What is Expected Family Contribution?- The Key to your
Expected Family Contribution (EFC) tells schools how much you can actually pay. Here's how...
Jan 28, 2020
Postgraduate Scholarships (2026)
Grad school scholarships and grants exist. Here's how to find full and partial funding for...
Jan 27, 2020
Historically Black Colleges and Universities
HBCUs were founded before 1964 to serve Black students. Here's what makes them special, ac...
Jan 27, 2020
Are Pell Grants Taxable?
Pell Grants don't count as taxable income. Here's the tax situation, what happens if you d...
Jan 24, 2020
Common Application Fee Waiver
College applications cost 0–0 each, but you can waive those fees. Here's how to request wa...
Jan 23, 2020
Common Ways To Lose Your Scholarship (2026)
Scholarship rules can be strict. Maintain grades, stay out of trouble, keep the major. Her...
Jan 22, 2020
What is ROTC? (Reserve Officers’ Training Corp)
ROTC pays for college while training you as a military officer. Here's what it is, which s...
Jan 20, 2020
SAT to ACT Conversion Chart 2026
Your ACT and SAT scores aren't on the same scale. Here's an easy conversion chart to compa...
Jan 16, 2020
How Long Is the SAT? Digital SAT Duration Guide 2026
The digital SAT takes 2 hours and 14 minutes with 98 questions across 2 adaptive sections....
Jan 13, 2020
What Is a High School Transcript? Everything You Need to
Your transcript shows every class you've taken and your grades. Colleges review it closely...
Jan 9, 2020
How to Calculate Weighted GPA: Easy Methods + Examples
Weighted GPA gives you credit for harder courses—AP, honors, IB. Learn the exact formula,...
Jan 8, 2020
How to Get a Scholarship in 6 Easy Steps?
Learn 6 actionable steps to secure scholarships without essays, interviews, or GPA require...
Dec 13, 2019
Last Dollar Scholarship (2026)
Last Dollar fills the gap between your aid package and tuition. Here's what it covers, who...
Nov 29, 2019
Women In STEM Scholarships 2026
Women in STEM? Check these scholarships made specifically for you. Grants, full rides, and...
Nov 27, 2019
Can You Get a Scholarship for Cheerleading?
Yes, cheerleaders can get scholarships. Here's which D1, D2, and D3 schools offer them, wh...
Nov 27, 2019
How to Write Personal Statement for College Scholarships
Your personal statement shows who you actually are. Don't fake it—show real goals, real ch...
Nov 22, 2019
How to Write an Essay for a Scholarship (2026)
Your scholarship essay is your chance to stand out. Here's the framework to write somethin...
Aug 8, 2019