Unlock Scholarships & External Funding for College Success

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Unlock Scholarships & External Funding for College Success

October 10th @ 8pm EDT

Join us on Thursday, October 10th, 2024, at 8:00 PM Eastern for our empowering webinar, "Unlock Scholarships & External Funding for College Success." This session is tailored to dive into the process of finding and applying for scholarships and other forms of financial aid to help reduce the burden of college expenses.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Institutional Scholarships:

    • Learn how to identify and apply for scholarships offered by colleges and universities.
    • Discover the criteria and application processes for various institutional scholarships.
    • Gain insights on maximizing your chances of receiving merit-based and need-based awards.
  2. External Funding Sources:

    • Explore a variety of scholarships from private organizations, foundations, and community groups.
    • Understand how to search for and apply to scholarships that match your profile and interests.
    • Get tips on avoiding scholarship scams and finding legitimate funding opportunities.
  3. Understanding Award Letters:

    • Decode the information provided in financial aid award letters from colleges.
    • Compare offers from different institutions to determine the best financial package.
    • Learn how to appeal for more aid if your circumstances change or if you receive better offers from other schools.

Join us for this valuable session to ensure you’re equipped with the knowledge and resources to secure the funding you need for your college education.

Meet Your Co-Hosts

Dr. Jessica Ruzicka

Dr. Jessica Ruzicka

Originally from New York and now residing in South Carolina, Dr. Ruzicka boasts over 25 years of experience advising students and families on college-related matters, including financial aid, admissions, and academic and career planning. As the former Director of College and Academic Planning at a private K-12 school, she has a profound commitment to assisting students and families in the high school-to-college transition and helping them make informed decisions about college, majors, and career paths.

Dr. Amanda Sterk 

Dr. Amanda Sterk is the Director of College and Career Advising at Method Learning. Through her years of experience, Dr. Sterk has helped thousands of students plan their academic futures, explore career options, and apply and succeed for college admissions and scholarships.

She is co-author of the nationally recognized college admissions workbook, College UnMazed: Your Guide to Navigate the High School to College Maze. A graduate of the University of Northern Iowa, Drake University, and Creighton University, Dr. Sterk graduated with a Bachelors in Education, a Master’s in Counseling, and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership.

 

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