Hey everyone, I wanted to share my experience with scholarships and give some tips. I didn’t start looking until my senior year of high school, and at first, I didn’t hear back from most of them. But I kept applying, and in the end, I got a $10,000 scholarship and a $10,000 grant! I was able to pay for college without my parents’ help. Here are some things that worked for me:1. Look for scholarships that fit your situation—first-generation, major-specific, background, etc.2. Don’t ignore the smaller ones! A lot of people skip them, which means better chances for you.3. Talk to your school’s financial aid office. Sometimes they have extra funds.4. Fill out the FAFSA as soon as possible.5. Keep a list of what you applied for and when they announce winners. It helps with organization.Good luck, don’t give up, and if anyone wants advice, message me!
You’re joking, right?
Auden said:
You’re joking, right?
What do you mean?
I get what you’re saying, but it’s really tough for me because I’m undocumented. I’ve won three scholarships, but a lot require citizenship. It’s frustrating since I’m about to transfer to a university from community college, but I’ll keep trying. Thanks 
@Keller
I’m undocumented too, but I found a few tuition scholarships. It’s hard but not impossible. I got thedream.us scholarship—look it up and see if you qualify. The deadline is coming up soon, so don’t wait!
@Micah
Thanks! I’ll check it out. Congrats on getting that scholarship! Did you win it this year?
Keller said:
@Micah
Thanks! I’ll check it out. Congrats on getting that scholarship! Did you win it this year?
I won it last year, and they’re covering my tuition for up to three years. So I even have the option to get a minor!
@Micah
That’s awesome! Thanks for sharing, I really appreciate it. Gives me hope that I can still make it through college! 
@Keller
Have you checked with your new school’s financial aid office? Some schools have scholarships specifically for undocumented students. Look into their foundation scholarships too!