Shalon B | Content Writer, Going Merry

25 Amazing Merit-Based Scholarships for 2024

LAST UPDATED Jun 28, 2024

Shalon B

Categories: Scholarship Lists

Are you someone who puts your all into your academics or hobbies? Your passion has probably helped you achieve an impressive resume that you can showcase in your scholarship applications. Whether you excel at the arts, athletics, or academics, merit-based scholarships award students like you for your outstanding performance.

Noteworthy Scholarships for Students in North Carolina for 2024

LAST UPDATED Jun 27, 2024

Shalon B

Categories: Scholarship Lists, State-Specific Scholarships

North Carolina is the birthplace of Krispy Kreme and Pepsi, but the Old North State has even more interesting facts! North Carolina was ranked 35th most expensive and 18th most affordable state or district to attend college during the 2017-2018 academic year. Those are pretty good numbers! Still, if you want to close your financial gap, check out these opportunities.

24 Graduate School Scholarships for All Types of Students

LAST UPDATED Jun 6, 2024

Shalon B

Categories: Applying for Scholarships, Scholarship Lists

There’s no doubt that obtaining a college education can open a world of possibilities and new opportunities, but what about graduate school? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average worker with a postgraduate degree earns 18 to 44% more than someone with just an undergraduate degree. Of course, grad school isn’t cheap, and student loans can put a serious ding in a post-grad-school pay raise. That means that for most graduate students, scholarships can be a critical piece of the funding puzzle — and the key to unlocking higher earning potential and a more rewarding career.

Scholarships for Women: Your 2024 List

LAST UPDATED Jun 28, 2024

Shalon B

Categories: Scholarship Lists

Everything about you could lead to a scholarship opportunity. Your hobbies, the state you live in, even your gender! Companies and nonprofits have scholarships directed towards supporting females with funding their college education.

21 Spectacular STEM Scholarships for 2024

LAST UPDATED Jun 6, 2024

Shalon B

Categories: Scholarship Lists

Studying STEM might result in a pricier tuition. But don’t let that hold you back. Here’s your list of 21 STEM scholarships to help fund your education! And remember: Since you’re more than what you study, the most effective way to see all the scholarships you qualify for is to sign up with Going Merry (a scholarship search platform) – and get matched to scholarships based on your full profile.

Everything You Need to Know About Federal Work-Study Jobs in College

LAST UPDATED Jun 6, 2024

Shalon B

Categories: Financial Aid

Participating in part-time work-study jobs while at college is a great way to fund your tuition bill or pay for textbooks– all while practicing valuable skills and gaining solid work experience.

But what IS a work-study job anyway? How is the federal government involved? What kind of jobs are there? How much will you get paid? We explain all the details here

What should I write in my Scholarship Thank You Letter?

LAST UPDATED Jun 6, 2024

Shalon B

Categories: Applying for Scholarships

Congratulations! You won that scholarship you applied for! You receive the notice that you’re the scholarship recipient, and notice you’re required to write a scholarship thank you letter. Trust us, a scholarship thank you letter is not difficult at all. The letter describes your gratitude (exactly what it sounds like). We’ll go through a few common questions about scholarship thank you letters to ease your mind. Read the FAQs here!