How to Get College Scholarships | Tips, Tricks, and My Experience!

[@TinaMaughan]

This is great info I guess info we should have looked for months ago. I just didn’t think of youtube as a place to get advice scholarships . Great info

[@ag4every1]

As someone who is from a middle class family, I often find videos like this can be kind of frustrating. They're really helpful for some people, usually in high financial need, but people like me are just stuck in the middle. We aren't poor enough to get financial need scholarships, but don't make enough to pay nearly as much as FASFA expects. I have a high GPA 3.84. 7th in my class rank. I'm involved in sports, clubs, founded a student help group, did theater, and National Honor Society among other things. Despite all of this accomplishment so much merit I have not recieved a single scholarship. Though a ton are still up in the air (especially the local ones) I will likely be denied a lot of them just because of what my family makes. I've worked too hard for this. Had straight a's my whole life...it's so disappointing and discouraging.

[@seventhefangirl1528]

Jacqueline Thomas I agree with you and am in the same boat.

[@Surfing566]

Still apply for more scholarships you never know. You can do it.

[@greenapple6404]

I am in the same boat!! I want to go out of State for school but I'll probably just get stuck in State. So frustrating!!

[@claudialee4987]

hey Jaqueline, I’m in the same situation as you. I wasn’t able to go to my top 2 choices and pulled out from a waitlisted school that I really wanted to go to because I didn’t get any aid. I really feel for you.

[@sackedpotatoes4170]

Jacqueline Thomas I’m in the exact same boat as you. All I can say is that you gotta keep applying. Quarantine gives us a lot more time to look for scholarships and try to keep in mind that scholarships don’t stop after high school. You got this!

[@DavidGonzalez-xd8ok]

3:34 Start the video

[@KingTS-xt2ht]

God bless you and your family

[@v1ct0r1a6]

thank you, means a lot.

[@shebabaynes4272]

Thanks

[@alihafez1920]

Thanks

[@whytweakout]

“Start the video”😂

[@alainad6364]

I really needed your positivity about scholarships today. I received 12,500 from my dream school...but I still have $18,000 left to pay out of pocket. I'm terrified of going into debt, so exterior scholarships are KEY. Thanks for your encouraging message!!

[@MzClementine]

$18,000 is not that much money. And if $18,000 finishes out your schooling. You can do that you can pay that off in 2 years. No joke, you could pay that off easily 2 years of driving a truck. Truck driving. My husband out earns what he made as a tri-state area manager of mud oil and gas. Within 3 years, you can earn $150k. Around 47 of that will go back into your truck. No joke if you did that for 10 years. I guarantee you. Especially if you had someone that you could partner up with. You can earn at least $200 to 250 a year. $18,000 is not that much to pay off. Nope

[@totem916]

@@MzClementine they probably mean 18k additional for 4 years

[@charsoniriarte8137]

Same story. I also was awarded 45 thousand for four years and got a lot of minor scholarships but decided to not go cause it cost over 40 grand for overall expense 😂

[@fiveweenies4533]

@@charsoniriarte8137 what did I do plsss tell me

[@tamarafarmer7040]

I want to encourage those that want to go to college that don’t qualify for need based. I had a 2.8 gpa and a 1650 SAT in 2014. I got 4 different scholarships to pay for school. Even if you don’t get 10k plus, you can continue to apply each year. Make sure you test scores and essays are the absolute best you can do.

[@MarisaRose]

Yes this is so true and important!!

[@girlfran3375]

If I may ask, how did you get that 1650 sat score.

[@toritilla35]

@@girlfran3375 the scale changed in 2016, so a 1650 now would be phenomenal but not that great in 2014

[@hampshire2821]

Tori Van Allen yes a 1650 would be impossible

[@E_Hooligan]

Did you apply before or during college?

[@nttwashere]

*Stands up...claps!* See, this is the kind of info HS students need to see and understand. Instead of taking out thousands and (sometimes) 6 figures of student loan debt and choking their cashflow right after graduation, grants and scholarships can pave the way to a debt free education. Really wish more students would fill out the FAFSA and spend more time filling out any and all scholarship applications they qualify for...free money for education is worth its weight in gold! Great vid! -Matt

[@MarisaRose]

Thank you so much!! I'm glad someone understands where I'm coming from!!

[@dorindaspitteler3367]

Thank you so much for this video! I'm going to apply for colleges for 2022 as an international, and let me tell you, the American school system is confusing! I have never even written an essay in my life so everything is very new for me. Thanks for the clarification.

[@MarisaRose]

I’m so glad this helped you!! Best of luck to you!🤍

[@CatelynAustin]

watching this as a freshman lol

[@MarisaRose]

It’s never too early to start!! :)

[@rikeshneupane8965]

Trust me if i knew i would have started looking into these from middle school

[@amypham7567]

Reddevils123 jeez

[@CatelynAustin]

@@MarisaRose agreed

[@myavictoriaaaa]

Same 😭

[@veronis]

My weighed GPA by the end of my senior year surpassed a 4.0 (4.26), but I didn't win many scholarships that took extracurriculars or leadership roles into account. I was chosen as a representative for my school at a regional foundation, but that wasn't enough to be considered exceptional because I had zero volunteer experience. For the high schoolers who may be reading my comment-- do extracurriculars because it's not just your grades that scholarship providers look at. If you don't have the time to participate in after-school activities (or you are shy), then focus on writing scholarship essays.

[@SharandaDouglas]

Finding scholarships is like trying to find a needle in a hay stack but they make it sooooo easy for you to be able to apply for student loans. So backwards. There has to be a better way

[@crishnaholmes7730]

How is it going

[@Hii-ec6nr]

Watching this at midnight because I'm about to be a SENIOR omg. The only teacher that lowkey liked me was my dual enrollment art teacher, so I basically need to reapply for that community college this year or else I wont have a good letter of rec from anyone 😫😫😫 but her classes are ALL. IN. PERSON.

[@greenapple6404]

Ugghh I am soo stressed about this stuff.. Ill be dual credit and that'll help. I dont think I will qualify for FAFSA other than loans so I basically am starting from nothing.. 😭

[@MarisaRose]

I totally understand. All of this new information can be a lot, but you go this for sure!! I wish you the best of luck ☺️

[@bigwiener]

Watching as a middle schooler: Hmmm *yes* this outta work for my future

[@willymendoza8411]

I applied for 100 scholarships for university. It’s on a 4.0 scale & I finished in a year half & 3.88 gpa !

[@Tiomioes]

yes please tell us

[@user-rj7dd7ln3g]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@valerieatanode1361]

Hellloooo girl pls tell us

[@jungkookthegoldenmaknae1237]

Come on now plz do tell

[@joshmurphy8469]

I applied for 100 writing scholarships and earned like 3 total during my entire college career. None of the ones I earned were external. They were either local or based out of my school.

[@midknightmiddleman5887]

Holy f*ck! It’s that hard to get external scholarships?!

[@heywashington9174]

I’ve been applying to scholarships since July of 2020, and have not heard back from a single one. I’m trying my best but I’m not getting anything back. So it seems like a waste of time to keep on applying, but I have no choice but to do it EDIT -i finally got a scholarship

[@abigailejackson1298]

@@heywashington9174 YAAAY CONGRATS FOR GETTING A SCHOLARSHIP

[@kthemonki4246]

Watching this as a Junior man is it scary. Im planning for an art school and though you dont need a degree for my current career path it's a great idea just so you have some support this video really helped and I hope I wont end up on the street and labeled as a "talented street artist" wish me luck! 😄

[@MarisaRose]

you got this!! best of luck to you!!🤩

[@diegobeltran5394]

Let me know if you get any scholarships, so I can apply for them too!

[@madi2773]

Thank you so much. You have been a big help. CONGRATULATIONS!

[@MarisaRose]

You are so welcome!! So happy this helped you!! Best of luck to you!🤩🤩🤩

[@crodriguez11204]

Thank you so much for your wonderful video. I am currently searching for scholarships for my son who wants to become an architect. Very inspirational and I did need to hear that, so thanks again.

[@MarisaRose]

Thank you so much! I wish the best of luck to your son, so glad this helped!❤️

[@adrienneacosta5443]

Great job ! So happy for you, you have a great outlook and great energy! You're going to do so well in life!

[@daileyk1921]

This video Is very helpful to me, I'm at the verge of losing my eligibility for FAFSA and was told that for spring semester I won't be receiving FAFSA, so Currently I'm looking into applying for scholarships it will be my first time, this is good advice. Thank you so much for the video and hope to hear more tips on applying for scholarship and other college resources.

[@MarisaRose]

thank you so much!! I'm so glad it helped you out!

[@frank4674]

ugh same it sucks I had to transfer back to community college smh

[@ashleyholum9078]

Have you gotten any? And from what site

[@B_cardenas]

I’m a Horatio Alger 2020 Scholar! This is really inspiring to me to keep applying to scholarships!

[@MarisaRose]

Yay congratulations!!!🤩 and yes keep it up!!

[@B_cardenas]

Marisa Rose Thank you and I will!!!

[@kidusassefa9519]

I’m doomed

[@euphoriastyles1292]

Why?

[@bl0rgus]

Lol

[@daodude5515]

Don't give up, there's always hope! Peace and love to you

[@gennam9637]

No you are not. You will find a way! Gob bless you.

[@johndavid360]

100th like

[@isabelladenes5729]

I loved this video! Can u make a video with you stating the scholarships you actually signed up for

[@dennis9033]

Amazing!!! Good for you Marisa!!

[@stephanieshafto8738]

The world is a different place since I graduated from college in 2005. My son is ten and we're starting the scholarship hunt now :0

[@MarisaRose]

yes I agree!!

[@zionjhanae]

Thank you for this! And you are so humble about it ! Sadly there are some people will use opportunities such as these to brag but you did not! I love this! ❤️❤️

[@MarisaRose]

Aw thank you so much!! 🥺❤️

[@oreopax8885]

I'm barely a Junior and this is very helpful, thank you :)

[@MarisaRose]

so glad it helped!! :)

[@katieee_llyn]

Watching this as a undergraduate. I’m trying to get some scholarships and it’s kicking my butt 😂 but I really want to go get my bachelors

[@dalaniekolakowski181]

So proud of you.

[@danielawoke1550]

Theres not enough scholarships for all of us...

[@cameronortega4475]

FrozenNuts actually there are so many scholarships that are never given out cuz people don’t apply

[@godwillsantos6307]

How can I get scholarship

[@JayquanDeMarcusWashington]

@@godwillsantos6307 ask politely

[@nouribrahim9565]

Lol you're here talking about all these scholarships and saying like they're not enough.. In my country we barely have 3 yearly scholarships😂

[@godwillsantos6307]

@@JayquanDeMarcusWashington it was out the blue I was in wrong to ask that way next time better..... Anyway leave me go with an answer to my question I asked rudely

[@norseczar27]

I need to apply for scholarships for next year. Helpful video

[@yoonbumi4235]

I literally just got into high school and I’m watching this

[@Itsallawesome]

Literally the only thing I have going for me is that I’m kinda poor, not even in the middle class. My gpa was average like 3.0, my SAT score was dog water, I didn’t do a whole lot of extracurricular or take advanced classes. Abhorrently average, I am. I guess we’ll see what happens.

[@glitterygwenie]

This was such a great video! I posted a video like this to my own channel a while back😊Definitely agree with all of your tips!❤️

[@MarisaRose]

Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@mariacabo8109]

I work so hard but no matter what my income can't get me through college, life is really hard, Scholarships here is also limited. I literally just need $12000 to cover up my whole tuition. It's amazing there.

[@sanaathegreat2324]

I'm worried about my standardized test scores. Do you mind sharing yours? I need reassurance lol

[@michellec6053]

Honestly, I haven't tested yet but I have gone to a presentation from UPenn students and they said the test scores aren't everything but as long as you gave it your best then you did great. COlleges won't just look at your scores or grades but you as a student as well and who you are! so if you did to the best of your ability then you've already won!

[@amandalarson1619]

I know this comment is old but i would check into the colleges that you are interested in and whether or not they /need them/. I’m a senior in hs and got accepted to one of the best private colleges in my state with a deans scholarship of 100k with just a 25 on the ACT. From what I have seen on my college hunt, a lot of private colleges are going down a path of caring about your GPA and the classes you took in high school more than standardized test scores

[@ktmerrill5528]

Mine is 1060. I got into a college so I'm guessing it's good. My friend got lower than me and got into another college so don't worry.

[@esmeraldahernandez1018]

Sis i got 990 on my sat😭

[@briangonzalez452]

What was everyone’s GPA to those that commented ?

[@lilmoon8215]

I'm iranian and i don't have mony...i don't know how to apply😭

[@michaelaortiz101]

Just lookup scholarships for students, the you’ll have to find out general information about yourself (like your gpa, location, race, etc.). It pretty simple.

[@lilmoon8215]

@@michaelaortiz101 thanksss so much for you help!

[@ayashaabneh8406]

Is it late that i didn’t start searching for scholarships yet ( I’m a senior)? All my friends are making progress except for me. Also am i the only one here that doesn’t really know what major they’ll apply to?

[@MarisaRose]

No you are not late at all! Now is a great time to start! And do not feel like you have to pick a major right away for sure! Most college freshmen change their major 2 or 3 times before finding the right fit ❤️

[@blackgirll4357]

Me too

[@itsmichellerobles]

Senior in high school who’s broke & got into college 😔

[@michaelaortiz101]

same sis, and I’m trying to find scholarships and I’ve only found 2 so far 🤧

[@itsmichellerobles]

@@michaelaortiz101 i literally start today & got no aid or scholarship

[@marcusrosenstiel5645]

This Video was very informational and helpful. Thank you sm!

[@pantomathic2781]

Thank you for the advice. I'm 17 and looking for colleges with a culinary arts program; but I know nothing about scholarships or financial aide really. Your video helped me understand the whole process a bit more. As you suggested, I'm going to apply, apply, apply.

[@leonetausi6146]

this is awesome I like this video but you're the best youtuber have a great day

[@cheryldelpadre4680]

What a great job you did with all of your scholarships, best to you in your college career. Just check your phrases. I think you stated "I did it on a limb". But the phrase is "out on a limb" or and I think this is the one you meant to use "I did it on a whim". You stated "Speculations" and I believe you meant to say Specification. I wish you the best in all of your endeavors, you seem like a highly motivated and driven young woman, good luck.

[@lincolnwikipedia4218]

Am a high school student my GPA for 10th grade Q2 is 3.2

[@kaylasimon4860]

I’m a upcoming senior and I need them

[@MarisaRose]

I wish you the best of luck!!

[@neamatomeish]

Same

[@stewdogg42]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@deewilliams8208]

I’m applying to grad school and am looking for information to help me pay for it. I didn’t apply to scholarships for my bachelors degree and paid everything out of pocket because I got discouraged. I’m glad I stumbled upon your video because it had some good tips to keep in mind. Thank you.

[@Dark-goosey]

I have nothing to say about this, but I recognise that font *I see you, 'homemade apple.'*

[@MeNMyKickz1988]

Thanks for the great tips and keep grinding 💪🏾

[@MarisaRose]

Thanks!! You too!

[@blackbarbieincouture5938]

Where do you find good legit scholarships?

[@catalinagalan]

Super useful information, thanks!

[@MarisaRose]

Yay I’m so glad!!☺️

[@lumanate1493]

I got accepted to Oxford. I have no idea how I’m going to pay for it :(

[@MarisaRose]

Congratulations!! I’m sure you will get it figured out!

[@lumanate1493]

Marisa Rose your video definitely helped!

[@cahierdepluie9590]

Congratulations 😭😭 that is such a incredible achievement!!!

[@adelina-805]

1 year update? did you manage?

[@willieacy6941]

I really need your help I'm 52 poor but even with FAFSA I still got to pay out of pocket

[@kenzatavara4802]

I love your pronunciation! Saludos desde Perú! 🇵🇪

[@anasofiasaavedraostos9111]

What organization could we look up to apply for the scholarships?

[@davitpheikrishvili95]

im 15 now and i am in 11 th grade. i will be 16 when i finish school and i am short and look 13 and i am scared that that will be reason i will be declined .

[@fyelumanatiiplays5181]

🥺my dad doesn’t emotionally support me of my dreams...so i’m here know as a starting sophomore.. is it too late 😔

[@lapaba1236]

Fyelumanatii Plays Technically no. You can try to do this! I have faith.

[@fyelumanatiiplays5181]

LAPABA 123 thank you 🥺❤️

[@Tiomioes]

you should start looking for scholarships now

[@aliyudanboyi6453]

Tiomioes hey there, reach out to ray_consult on Instagram his a pro he helped me get a student grant also did same for 2 of my friends too, if your needing help getting one am pretty sure he’ll be of help to you.

[@LeeLee-nt9le]

Loved this video

[@MarisaRose]

Thank you so much!!❤️

[@geraldinegonsalves3184]

when do you start applying for scholarships? My daughter will be a senior next year

[@cerealcrusader7096]

Wow I'm in the same boat as you! I am also a Horatio Alger scholar, what is your recipient year? I'm a 2019 scholar :) nice to meet another person in the HAA family !

[@MarisaRose]

That’s crazy!! I’m 2019 as well!! So glad you commented!!🥰

[@benjamintchang3923]

good vid. thanks for the info

[@a.r3601]

yaaay thank you for you work girl!! (however I don't think the music is necessary, plus its the same we hear in maaaaaaaany videos, so please, drop it like its hot) Best

[@MarisaRose]

thanks for the suggestion and thank you for watching!! ❤️

[@ijyoyo]

Wow, Thank you! I sped it up a bit , but I got some ok chuncks.

[@cassidykottke3717]

Where's do you find all the national scholarships?

[@Neha-im4vg]

Wow ur amazing thank soo much

[@mouaditalya]

Nice marisa

[@sevexsca6320]

Please where can I access the website of the university please?

[@fahima2409]

Thank u sm for all the tips it helped a lot

[@MarisaRose]

Yay!! I'm so glad!!😁

[@Fleshandfuel]

You are so pretty ❤️❤️❤️! Ok well I’m going to school for computer science . I start March 1st

[@MarisaRose]

thank you!! good luck to you!🤩

[@jethdaflip7741]

Where do you apply? I'm planning to transfer to csu or uc from community college, but don't think I could afford it.

[@paulag2566]

I recommend The College Specialist based in Irvine California. You can find his website online. He really can help.

[@byron2521]

I can't figure it out. I used to think it was all about making the grades. Boy was I wrong. I'm in my 3rd year of college applied for at least a dozen scholarships, I have a 4.0 GPA, and all I got my 2nd year was $2,400. So..... That's why I'm here.

[@lonely_potatoe7918]

me: still in the 9th grade* * watching this video* me: IT'S BETTER TO BE PREPARED 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😅😂😅😂😅😂😅😂😂😅😂😅😂😂😅😂😅😂😅😂😅😂😅

[@riselion6143]

I have a 4.0 and I’m broke. I’m not eligible for any in house scholarships at my school. Can you put extra scholarship money towards living expenses?

[@beckil1211]

Yeah, typically if your tuition is less than the money you get from scholarships, the school will hand you the remainder of the money you earn each semester/year. My friend gets 6000 dollars per semester because he has accumulated so many scholarships and went to an in-state school.

[@shelbym7009]

where do i go to sign up tho

[@JuniorLins]

Hey Marisa, How are you? Are you a Brazilian?

[@SuggestAUsernameForMe]

When can/did you start applying?

[@curlyhairdontcare4912]

Watching this as a middle schooler

[@berthagarcia6477]

Marisa, you did a great job with this informational video!

[@yvettedejesus3109]

Where can I apply for these scholarships tho?🤔

[@anismiles5yearsago912]

I'm watching this when I'm only going to 8th next year not in highschool yet

[@JosephButso]

Kent State? Ohio!!!! Are u are Ohian or just going to school in OH? Thank you for your advice, this will deff help my little sister.^^

[@MarisaRose]

Yes!! I am not an Ohioan but I do love it here! And aw yay I’m so glad!!

[@JosephButso]

Well welcome to the BEST STATE IN THE LAND LOL. While I was born in OH i was raised in GA b4 going back for college. Great memories. Enjoy your awesome journey!!!

[@MarisaRose]

Joseph Butso thank you so much I really appreciate that!!

[@briannadunn6417]

What sites could you use for scholarships?

[@andrewlema3037]

Hi rose the video is just wonderful im also hoping to get a schorlaship

[@abegaleanderson326]

Below are the videos of websites that teenagers and older can apply to without paying fee and it is really easy. These videos have helped me to pay for my college tuition. Let me know if it helps

[@sirkiwi1739]

I got a coupon code scholarship. I have no idea what it means and how to use it. It just gave me a code and said enjoy scholarship. Im so confused... Anyone got a clue?

[@MarisaRose]

I’m honestly not sure, I would just be very careful to make sure that it’s not a spam!!

[@129t5]

Even tho I'm young to get a scholarship, I like hearing tips about "How to get a scholarship, tips and tricks." I don't know why tho.

[@rachelwerner1996]

I’m still confused lol every time I sign up for a scholarship it’s makes me sign up for another website. Idk what websites to go to.

[@ujjwalbhandari3284]

When should we apply for scholarship? After getting into the university or when you are just admitted ?

[@MarisaRose]

I’d say as early as after you applied to multiple schools!

[@jeaninemorgan9118]

11-12 grade

[@zahraaakhalil]

9th grade and thinking about this

[@user-we6jo7mx3h]

thakn you so much for the info. hopefully i could ask you for help or something.

[@estelah1457]

Is there any specific websites you used

[@gavinsalas5062]

Guys where do you apply??? There’s so many fake ones out here.

[@jeniferromero8929]

I’m in 10th grade should I apply to scholarship now or wait for later?

[@MarisaRose]

there may be some available for you but probably not many! I'd say start looking after your junior year!

[@lunaas1029]

I am trying to apply for scholarships and I'm graduating hs in 2021. Since it is summer I can't get letters of recommendations from teachers or counselors. Who else can I ask for them?

[@MarisaRose]

Some other people you could ask would be like community leaders, a youth group leader or someone you’re close to in church if that applies to you, coaches, voice/dance teachers if you do anything like that. I’m sure you could also email your teachers and counselors and they would understand due to the circumstances right now!

[@lunaas1029]

@@MarisaRose Ok, Thank you! I have a youth group leader and I will try and email teachers to see if they will respond.

[@the_random_ramenishere1890]

What were the websites to search for scholarships? Or any other ones that would be useful for a 2020 graduate??

[@ilhanyusuf2160]

So In Canada, the equivalent would be like 10k no? If you compare the prices for school in the US and Canada....

[@mantashahbawany4350]

Guys I’m really dumb for a long time I thought grading period and semester were the same thing in highschool...

[@dakotajordyn5541]

1.gpa 2.income level 3.community service 4. activitys 5. major 6. College 7. diversity 8.test scores 9. Recommendation letters 10. Essays

[@fadiaosman2544]

would you publish a copy of these documents just to follow a real example, things sometime ate gloomy through searching, thanks in advance