<p>I have older parents who happened to be very successful in their careers, and they’ve set aside enough money for me to completely pay for college based on the flat charge. However, I wouldn’t mind having some scholarships to save some extra money anyway. My problem is, while I’m a good student, I’m definitely not as amazing as some of the kids I’ve seen on this website. So my question is, is there a scholarship website that offers scholarships that aren’t need-based? I’ve tried fast-web, college board, and scholarships within my own community, but almost everything I’ve found requires a financial need for eligibility.</p>
<p>You’ve covered just about all the major outlets. You have probably seen what you can expect.</p>
<p>I would suggest getting a job during the summer- most students on aid are expected to contribute $3,000 to $5,000 from summer jobs- and it will give you important work experience which will benefit you in finding a school year job. You won’t be eligible for workstudy, but many schools have other available jobs for students who want/need to work. Even 10 hours a week, will help you plan your time better, allow you to meet more students on campus and give you a real sense of helping to contribute to your educational costs</p>
<p>Most merit scholarships are offered by the colleges you apply to. Some don’t even require a separate application. They are a form of “tution discounting” to try to attract good scholars and/or full-fare paying customers. You might be eligible for some if you apply to schools where your stats are in the top 50-25%.</p>
<p>I do work in the summers, and not 10 hours a week, but 100. I got into Northwestern, and the only kind of aid they offer is completely need-based. Dang.</p>
<p>I was speaking of working 10 hours a week during the school year-
how do you manage to work 100 hours a week during the summer?
Unless you work at a residential camp like my daughter- then it is pretty much 100 hrs a week, even if you don’t get paid minimum wage for that much</p>
<p>Re northwestern
they don’t have a good reputation for even need based aid- it seems from posts from other students on boards, they give more loans than grants- and they also might even have additional aid forms that make some students who might have felt they should qualify for aid, not eligible for as much as they hoped.</p>