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Is the cost of your child's college education keeping you up at night?
Is your college savings plan insufficient or non-existent?
Are you worried that your student will be paying back student loans for the rest of their life?
Those were my fears, too!
I didn't want my son to be burdened with student loans for 20+ years of his life. But, I had failed to save enough money to pay for his college degree. So, I coached him to win nearly $100,000 in scholarships, and he's now a debt-free college graduate!
Students don't need a perfect 4.0 GPA to win scholarships!
Average students can win scholarships if they know how.
Students don't have to come from a low-income household to win scholarships!
Most scholarships don't even ask about a student's financial situation.
Students don't have to be star athletes to win scholarships!
Sports scholarships make up a tiny fraction of the scholarships out there.
Having success with scholarships requires a plan, and that’s what Scholarship GPS provides.
The course features concise video lessons designed to seamlessly fit into your busy schedule, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Throughout the course, you'll acquire essential scholarship skills, including:
- How to identify the best scholarships based on your student's profile
- Tips and best practices for scholarship applications, essays, and projects
- The importance of crafting your student's Personal Narrative, a key element in winning scholarships
Additionally, you will have access to helpful tools such as:
- A scholarship tracking tool preloaded with quick and easy no-essay scholarships for immediate application
- A scholarship checklist template to ensure completion of applications
- An activity log to track your student's volunteer experiences
Now is your last chance to get lifetime access to the Scholarship GPS Course at the introductory rate of just $97.
Soon, the price of Scholarship GPS will more than double! So, don’t delay.
Go to www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-gps to start your scholarship journey today!
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Katia Hua has dedicated her career to the field of education, working in various roles that have equipped her with the knowledge and expertise needed for education consulting. Throughout her professional journey, she has come to recognize the importance of not only guiding students through the college admissions process but also helping them discover their aspirations for the future. That's the major reason why she founded BosonEd.
I recently spoke with Katia about how high school juniors (Class of 2026) should start their college planning now (if they haven’t already). We also discussed some ways that younger students can begin preparing for college, as well.
In our conversation, Katia shared:
You can connect with Katia by visiting BosonEd.org.
Also, be sure to read the article Katia referenced in our discussion, “【Case study】What kind of student got into Princeton?'"
Class of 2026:
As Katia said in our discussion, high school juniors need to begin their college planning process right now. That includes planning how to pay for college, including scholarships.
Did you know a FULL RIDE scholarship is open for high school juniors right now?
Did you know that a different scholarship covering full tuition for any college in the country will be opening for juniors this spring?
These are just two of the many scholarship opportunities open to high school juniors.
My son won his first scholarship as a high school junior.
In the Scholarship GPS Course, you will find an interview with a high school junior who won a $35,000 scholarship!
So, while you need to start the college planning that Katia talked about, high school juniors also need to begin the scholarship process.
If you have a high school junior and would like to schedule a FREE consultation to learn about scholarships for high school juniors, drop me an email at [email protected]
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This week's featured scholarships:
- How to identify the best scholarships based on your student's profile
- Tips and best practices for scholarship applications, essays, and projects
- The importance of crafting your student's Personal Narrative, a key element in winning scholarships
Additionally, you will have access to helpful tools such as:
- A scholarship tracking tool preloaded with quick and easy no-essay scholarships for immediate application
- A scholarship checklist template to ensure completion of applications
- An activity log to track your student's volunteer experiences
In addition to the valuable scholarship information, what sets Scholarship GPS apart is the inclusion of bonus lessons from trusted professionals, offering expert insights into college admissions, test preparation, and other crucial aspects of college readiness. By enrolling in this program, you will gain valuable information about scholarships and a comprehensive overview of college preparation.
Use discount code MYIMPACT to take 50% off the regular price of the Scholarship GPS Course. Don’t delay — the discount code MYIMPACT expires on September 30, 2024. So, go to www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-gps to start your scholarship journey today!
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This week's featured scholarships:
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Dr. Sapna Sehgal. Sapna is an English professor, an Oxford graduate, and a College Admissions Consultant. Sapna has 20+ years teaching experience, 7+ years university lecturing experience, and 7+ years of college consulting experience. In our conversation Sapna explains how students can write their PERFECT college essay using her SCORE methodology. You can connect with Sapna at DrSapnaConsulting.com
- How to identify the best scholarships based on your student's profile
- Tips and best practices for scholarship applications, essays, and projects
- The importance of crafting your student's Personal Narrative, a key element in winning scholarships
Additionally, you will have access to helpful tools such as:
- A scholarship tracking tool preloaded with quick and easy no-essay scholarships for immediate application
- A scholarship checklist template to ensure completion of applications
- An activity log to track your student's volunteer experiences
In addition to the valuable scholarship information, what sets Scholarship GPS apart is the inclusion of bonus lessons from trusted professionals, offering expert insights into college admissions, test preparation, and other crucial aspects of college readiness. By enrolling in this program, you will gain valuable information about scholarships and a comprehensive overview of college preparation.
Plus, the Scholarship GPS Program has been updated with a lesson on how to leverage your work for MyImpact Challenge for many other scholarships, college applications, and more!
Use discount code MYIMPACT to take 50% off the regular price of the Scholarship GPS Course. Don’t delay — the discount code MYIMPACT expires on September 30, 2024. So, go to www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-gps to start your scholarship journey today!
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This week's featured scholarships:
Are you interested in helping your high school senior kickstart their scholarship journey?
The Class of 2025 Scholarship Bootcamp provides high school seniors with lifetime access to the Scholarship GPS Course (valued at $97), which teaches them how to locate, prioritize, and apply for scholarships.
This special program also includes personalized reviews, feedback, and editing assistance for three different scholarship applications of your choice, including essays of up to 2500 words (valued at $231).
While course access is lifetime, one-on-one essay help expires on December 31, 2024.
If bought separately, this program would cost $328. However, the Class of 2025 Scholarship Bootcamp is available at a reduced price of just $147.
Don’t wait. Senior year presents the greatest scholarship opportunity of your life, but it will be over before you know it. Don’t miss out on this chance to receive valuable one-on-one support with your scholarship applications and essays at an incredibly low price. Click here to sign up today.
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Make sure you have the necessary documents that empower you to step in for your student in medical or financial emergencies with Mama Bear Legal Forms. Use my code ‘ScholarshipCoach’ to get 20%-off their Young Adult Power of Attorney bundle, made specifically for college students. Click here to learn more.
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With 26 years of experience as a public speaking coach, and 15 years as a corporate etiquette consultant, Caroline Buxton Avinger is the owner of Protocol SC. She leads trainings on professionalism and communications, helping college students and new professionals transition to the workplace with the level of executive presence that employers seek. She helps them maximize their success by learning to communicate clearly and confidently, whether that’s from a stage or across a desk. And she helps them be comfortable in their own skin as they navigate any business encounter.
A graduate of Davidson College and Converse College, she spent several years as a middle school English teacher before working in professional development. She is certified by The Protocol School of Washington as an Intercultural Protocol and Etiquette Trainer as well as a Protocol Officer. Most recently, she was the head of Global Training and Development at AMECO, a former subsidiary of Fluor Corporation.
She lives in Greenville, SC, with her husband, two daughters, and a very spoiled Westie. In her spare time, she reads mystery novels (but only those that won't keep her up all night), works out when the spirit moves her, and hangs out with her family. Her current book obsession is Louise Penny's Armand Gamache series.
In our conversation, Caroline and I discussed:
How students can best handle difficulties with their dorm mate
The role of parents in helping students navigate roommate problems
The key to being a good roommate
Whether roommates need to be ‘best friends’
How high school students can prepare for college life
And much more
You can get in touch with Caroline on LinkedIn and Instagram or by email at [email protected]
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This week's featured scholarships:
MyImpact Challenge is a civic engagement contest hosted by the Bill of Rights Institute.
Eligibility:
Submission is open to US citizens and US-based young people who are between the ages of 13 and 19 and enrolled in middle or high school on January 1, 2025. Submission is open to students in all U.S. states, territories, and Armed Forces Schools Abroad.
Listen to my exclusive interview with Rachel to learn all about the MyImpact Challenge here:
- How to identify the best scholarships based on your student's profile
- Tips and best practices for scholarship applications, essays, and projects
- The importance of crafting your student's Personal Narrative, a key element in winning scholarships
Additionally, you will have access to helpful tools such as:
- A scholarship tracking tool preloaded with quick and easy no-essay scholarships for immediate application
- A scholarship checklist template to ensure completion of applications
- An activity log to track your student's volunteer experiences
In addition to the valuable scholarship information, what sets Scholarship GPS apart is the inclusion of bonus lessons from trusted professionals, offering expert insights into college admissions, test preparation, and other crucial aspects of college readiness. By enrolling in this program, you will gain valuable information about scholarships and a comprehensive overview of college preparation.
Plus, the Scholarship GPS Program has been updated with a lesson on how to leverage your work for MyImpact Challenge for many other scholarships, college applications, and more!
To celebrate the launch of MyImpactChallenge, use discount code MYIMPACT to take 50% off the regular price of the Scholarship GPS Course. Don’t delay — the discount code MYIMPACT expires on September 30, 2024. So, go to www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-gps to start your scholarship journey today!
Introducing Scholarship GPS, an innovative online course that provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to secure valuable scholarships. The course features concise video lessons designed to seamlessly fit into your busy schedule, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Throughout the course, you'll acquire essential scholarship skills, including:
- How to identify the best scholarships based on your student's profile
- Tips and best practices for scholarship applications, essays, and projects
- The importance of crafting your student's Personal Narrative, a key element in winning scholarships
Additionally, you will have access to helpful tools such as:
- A scholarship tracking tool preloaded with quick and easy no-essay scholarships for immediate application
- A scholarship checklist template to ensure completion of applications
- An activity log to track your student's volunteer experiences
In addition to the valuable scholarship information, what sets Scholarship GPS apart is the inclusion of bonus lessons from trusted professionals, offering expert insights into college admissions, test preparation, and other crucial aspects of college readiness. By enrolling in this program, you will not only gain valuable information about scholarships but also receive a comprehensive overview of college preparation.
Go to www.scholarshipgps.com/scholarship-gps to start your scholarship journey today!
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Make sure you have the necessary documents that empower you to step in for your student in medical or financial emergencies with Mama Bear Legal Forms. Use my code ‘ScholarshipCoach’ to get 20%-off their Young Adult Power of Attorney bundle, made specifically for college students. Click here to learn more.
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Matthew Brooks has over 25 years of experience in the field of computer science. He began his career by working for a national Internet Service Provider for 10 years, where he held a variety of technical and leadership roles in support, network operations, and I.T. service management..
He then spent 7 years at Georgia State University, where in addition to managing I.T. systems, he facilitated and taught Java programming and computer forensics. He also lead software development teams for the Center for Health Information Technology.
He has spent the past 5 years teaching computer science and robotics at the secondary school level. This includes coaching state champions in both middle school CyberPatriot and VEX Robotics competitions.
In our conversation, Matthew and I discussed:
Why AP Computer Science is important, even for non-computer majors
Getting college credit for AP Computer Science
How AP Computer Science can help with college admissions and scholarships
How Matthew works with students to support them in preparing for the AP Computer Science test
You can get in touch with Matthew at aspire2code.com
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This week's featured scholarships:
Are you interested in helping your high school senior kickstart their scholarship journey?
The Class of 2025 Scholarship Bootcamp provides high school seniors with lifetime access to the Scholarship GPS Course (valued at $97), which teaches them how to locate, prioritize, and apply for scholarships.
This special program also includes personalized reviews, feedback, and editing assistance for three different scholarship applications of your choice, including essays of up to 2500 words (valued at $231).
While course access is lifetime, one-on-one essay help expires on December 31, 2024.
If bought separately, this program would cost $328. However, the Class of 2025 Scholarship Bootcamp is available at a reduced price of just $147.
Don’t wait. Senior year presents the greatest scholarship opportunity of your life, but it will be over before you know it. Don’t miss out on this chance to receive valuable one-on-one support with your scholarship applications and essays at an incredibly low price. Click here to sign up today: https://www.scholarshipgps.com/class-of-2025-scholarship-bootcamp
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Links to learn more about this week's featured scholarships:
Weekender: $1000 No Essay Scholarship
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Irene Schindler is a published essayist. She helps college applicants identify compelling ideas for their admissions essays and present those ideas in a student’s own best voice. Working with students to examine their interests and enthusiasms and exploring what they already know, what they aspire to do, and what ignites their passion for further education is a key element of what she loves most about her job.
Irene has studied speechwriting, creative writing, and storytelling at Georgetown University and has assisted college students with their application essays for elite colleges across the nation.
She holds degrees in communications and government from George Washington University and worked in communications and policy on Capitol Hill for many years prior to joining College Bound.
In our conversation, Irene and I discussed:
How younger students can prepare themselves to be better college applicants
The importance of intentional involvement in high school
How students can stand out with their college admissions essay
Strategies for students struggling with their college essay
Essay ideas for students who aren’t sure of their college major
You can get in touch with Irene at [email protected] or on the College Bound website.
Irene mentioned the Fiske Guide to Colleges as a fantastic resource to help you find the right college. Here’s a link to buy the Fiske Guide on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3yTuSww
Every year, I see the same thing: high school seniors who find every reason not to apply for scholarships. Here is what one mom said in an online forum when asked what she wishes she had done differently during her child’s senior year:
"I wish I had pushed my HS senior to commit to applying for scholarships. Later in her senior year, she found all kinds of ways to avoid putting in the effort."- Mom of Class of 2024 Grad.
If your student is in the Class of 2025, they must start applying for scholarships immediately. Otherwise, here’s the list of “reasons” that they won’t be able to start later:
September: “School just started. I need to adjust to my new schedule before working on scholarships.”
October: “I need to work on my college applications and essays before working on scholarships.”
November: “It’s Thanksgiving! Don’t I deserve a break?!”
December: “I need to fill out the FAFSA before working on scholarships.”
January: “I need to adjust to my new spring class schedule before working on scholarships.”
February: “I need to get my college acceptance before I start working on scholarships.”
March: “My spring sport takes too much time to work on scholarships.”
April: “I need to do all the graduation prep before I work on scholarships.”
May: “Prom prep is taking up all of my free time. I can’t work on scholarships.”
June: “All of the good scholarships are closed.”
Your student’s list of “reasons” will vary, but you get the point: Students can always find a “reason” that they can’t apply for scholarships.
However, it's important to remember that the earlier they start, the more opportunities they will have. So, let's not let these “reasons” hold us back. Let's start applying for scholarships now and make the most of the opportunities available.
The hardest part of scholarships is getting started. But, Class of 2025 students who start now will not only get over this hump but also enjoy these benefits:
It's crucial to understand the urgency of the situation. Did you know that the Class of 2025 has already missed a FULL TUITION and a FULL RIDE scholarship opportunity? Every day a student delays is another lost scholarship opportunity.
Perhaps you and your student are willing to start, but you aren’t sure how. The Scholarship GPS Course will get you and your student up to speed quickly. Here are just some of the highlights from the course:
Plus, throughout the fall, I will be adding lessons on some of the biggest scholarship opportunities for the Class of 2025 - scholarships that virtually every senior should apply for!
The tools, tactics and strategies I share in the Scholarship GPS Course are the same ones I used to coach my own son to over $95,000 in scholarships, to coach Isabella to 14 scholarship wins, and to coach Talon to over $100,000 in scholarships!
So, get started on your scholarship journey today! Go to www.ScholarshipGPS.com and use coupon code SAVE20 to get $20 off the regular price of the Scholarship GPS Course.
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Links to learn more about this week's featured scholarships:
Share the Road Scholarship
Make Me Laugh Scholarship
This week, I'm joined by Sam Severn. Sam is a 14-time #1 best-selling ghostwriter, book doctor, screenwriter, and writing coach. Mentored by Academy Award-winner Stewart Stern (Rebel Without A Cause), Sam served as a consultant for the #1 best-sellers Tears For My City and The Revved Life. He also served as a consultant for Robert Beatty’s #1 best-selling children’s novels Serafina and the Twisted Staff and Willa of the Wood, published by Disney Hyperion. Sam’s ghostwritten screenplay was awarded Best Adaptation at the Hollywood Book Festival. He's published more than 3,000 news stories and ghostwritten or consulted on 60 published books. Sam's written for rock magazines and pop culture websites, film reviews, and the blogs of #1 best-selling faith-based authors. A 7-time speaker at the Nashville Writers' Conference, and a huge undying Elvis fan, Sam's currently coaching three writers on completing their first novels, consulting on a courtroom thriller, and writing an epic Horror-Fantasy set in 1990s Seattle. Now, Sam is bringing his passion and talent for writing to work with students on their college essays!
To connect with Sam, go to SamSevern.com.
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At a 5% interest rate (good luck finding a student loan with that low of an interest rate), one year’s worth of interest on just a $5000 student loan comes to $250.00. For that same $250, you could buy a one-year Amazon Prime membership (so that you can watch "Borrowed Future: How Student Loans are Killing the American Dream"), AND get lifetime access for your entire family to the Scholarship GPS course, where I share what I learned to help my son earn over $95,000 in scholarships and to graduate college debt-free.
Perhaps you and your student are willing to start, but you aren’t sure how. The Scholarship GPS Course will get you and your student up to speed quickly. Here are just some of the highlights from the course:
How and where to find scholarships
How to prioritize the right scholarships
How to build a student’s Personal Narrative: The Key to Scholarship Success
How to respond to the most common scholarship essay topics
Plus, throughout the fall, I will be adding lessons on some of the biggest scholarship opportunities for the Class of 2025 - scholarships that virtually every senior should apply for!
The tools, tactics and strategies I share in the Scholarship GPS Course are the same ones I used to coach my own son to over $95,000 in scholarships, to coach Isabella to 14 scholarship wins, and to coach Talon to over $100,000 in scholarships!
So, get started on your scholarship journey today! Click here, and use coupon code SAVE20 to get $20 off the regular price of the Scholarship GPS Course.
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Links to learn more about this week's featured scholarships:
$1000 Appily No-Essay Scholarship
Preventing Accidents Scholarship
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To learn more about one-on-one scholarship coaching, please visit https://www.scholarshipgps.com/services One-on-one scholarship coaching services are available for the Class of 2026, Class of 2027, Class of 2028, and there is a waiting list for the Class of 2025.
This week, I'm joined by Dr. Andrea Brenner, who brings 25 years of experience as a college professor and university administrator to her presentations with high school and college audiences. She is the creator of the Talking College™ card decks, the original card decks filled with insider tips and conversation prompts for college-bound students and those helping them on their journeys. She is also co-author of How to College: What to Know Before You Go (and When You’re There), a leading guide for college-bound students and their parents/guardians. See Dr. Brenner’s website for her articles, podcast recordings, and upcoming talks and webinars.
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Discover Scholarship GPS, an online course that serves as your guide to the world of scholarships. This comprehensive course is packed with insightful and concise video lessons, each ranging from approximately three to ten minutes, offering the flexibility to seamlessly fit into your busy schedule. As a loyal Scholarship GPS Podcast listener, you have exclusive early access to the course, allowing you to dive into over 40 available lessons while new content is consistently being added. This is your opportunity to gain a competitive edge in your scholarship journey.
What sets Scholarship GPS apart is the inclusion of BONUS LESSONS from trusted professionals in college admissions, test prep, and other crucial areas related to college readiness. These bonus lessons offer invaluable introductory knowledge from experts in their fields.
To express my gratitude, I'm excited to offer you LIFETIME ACCESS to Scholarship GPS at a significantly discounted pre-launch rate of just $57 when you use coupon code AUGUST24 at checkout. This exclusive offer is a token of appreciation for Scholarship GPS Podcast listeners and is available as the course continues to evolve. Don't miss out on this opportunity to embark on your scholarship journey today. Remember, coupon code AUGUST24 expires on August 15, 2024. Click here to take advantage of this special offer and secure your access to Scholarship GPS!
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Links to learn more about this week's featured scholarships:
CollegeXpress Back-to-School Scholarship:
You will simply fill out the registration form based on your year in high school:
$25,000 Chick-fil-A Community Scholars Program
$1000 GBV Service Scholarship
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To learn more about one-on-one scholarship coaching, please visit https://www.scholarshipgps.com/services One-on-one scholarship coaching services are available for the Class of 2026, Class of 2027, Class of 2028, and there is a waiting list for the Class of 2025.
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