<p>Hello,
Can anyone give me information about scholarships which are awarded to a large number of students and have a high probability of being won. I am a grad student (U.S. citizen). I am currently a full time student in Computer Science. (and yes, I applied for fastweb) and am desperately trying to win some scholarships. </p>
<p>Thanks,</p>
<p>If you want scholarships that aren't competitive, then stay away from fastweb.</p>
<p>So, where do I need to start? What scholarships would you suggest? Would really really appreciate any suggestions.</p>
<p>Usually, college students' best chances of getting merit scholarships are through the college that they attend.</p>
<p>In general, the larger the scholarships are, the more the competition is for them. That's true for all scholarships -- no matter who's offering them. Makes sense. No one is going to give away lots of bucks and ask little in return.</p>
<p>You should also look into local scholarships.</p>
<p>How do you look for local scholarships?</p>
<p>You look for local scholarships by reading your local newspaper (often such scholarships are listed in the local section and/or community announcement section) and by haunting your GC's office, where local scholarship info may be put on bulletin boards or collected in folders.</p>
<p>By "GC" do you mean graduate chair? I have been a nervous reck since I just realized how much big of a loan I have and I have not been able to get an assistantship even once. </p>
<p>Thanks! I really appreciate your suggestions!</p>
<p>GC = Guidance Counselor, usually</p>
<p>Since you're in graduate school, your best bet is to look for fellowships offered through professional organizations connected with your field and to also look for fellowships that your department offers to graduate students.</p>
<p>If you have giant loans that you fear would be difficult to pay back, you also could take time off from grad school and work a job.</p>
<p>It is not easy getting $ for grad school, and often if you don't get a good offer from your university and if you don't get offers from professional organizations, you're on your own.</p>