<p>My family's income is more than double the specified income, should I even apply? Is that really taken into account? We have medical issues along with other issues that we have which brings our revenue down a lot, </p>
<p>Should I apply or not?</p>
<p>I am not going to lie, it is unlikely. I know a lot of questies (including myself) who have a high medical bills because of a family member and were still under the recommended income. If you believe that your extenuating circumstances make you qualified go for it, but your income is extremely high under QB standards.</p>
<p>QB does accept students as finalists whose income is above the 60k line. However… is the income recent in your life (in other words, were you dirt poor and then won the lottery)? Are the medical expenses recent? </p>
<p>While you could be accepted as a finalist, the likelihood of being matched is very low, as an EFC of 0 (or thereabouts) is commonly used to be matched.</p>
<p>^^Yes, those questions and the general circumstances are relevant. QB criteria is:</p>
<p>“Has this student overcome socio-economic obstacles to achieve academic excellence?” </p>
<p>I’m not trying to discourage you, but I would be shocked if a kid from $120K background became a finalist. Because the application requires so much time, I wouldn’t personally recommend it to be honest.</p>
<p>Statistics on 2013 finalist:</p>
<p>Average custodial income: $33,638
76% were eligible for Free or Reduced Price Lunch</p>
<p>However, I’m sure you can find a program that better suits your needs. Have you ever researched scholarships for people with disabilities/disabled parents? There are a few floating around there. Best of luck!</p>
<p>Thanks for the advice! Where can I go to find scholarships? I’m still a junior though. </p>
<p>@Zamiota</p>
<p>Hi, I’d recommend applying to the Nordstrom Scholarship (<a href=“http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/nordstrom-cares-scholarship”>http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/nordstrom-cares-scholarship</a>). Only juniors can apply, and if you win you get $10,000. I never thought i would win, but i ended up getting it. I highly recommend applying! </p>
<p>This scholarship (<a href=“http://www.mstrscholarshipfoundation.org/”>http://www.mstrscholarshipfoundation.org/</a>), MSTR Scholarship Foundation, is just for students who have been affected by family medical care costs, which sounds like it might be a good fit for you.</p>
<p>Good luck!</p>
<p>Thanks! @LK5D67 May I ask how competitive this Nordstrom Scholarship is?</p>
<p>No problem! From 11,700 applicants, 128 were selected as semifinalists and 80 won. Go for it! </p>
<p>Most of the big scholarships won’t be due until the fall of your senior year. I’d look into the Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship (<a href=“Most Valuable Student”>http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm</a>), the GE Reagan Scholarship, the Coca-Cola Scholarship, the Burger King Scholarship, Foot Locker Scholar Athlete Scholarship (not sure if youre involved in athletics…), Horatio Alger Scholarship, Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship, and any local scholarships in your area, starting the fall of your senior year. Oh, also you can apply to “Kohl’s Kids Who Care” Scholarship as a junior. And there are many schools out there with generous merit aid scholarships (ie USC, among others) Hope that helps!</p>