Hot take: College is expensive.
The average cost of college per year in America is around $38,000, including tuition, books, and supplies. So it’s true, college is expensive, and it’s even one of the most expensive things an American can purchase.
This is why scholarships are so important. But it seems that many skip applying for scholarships for their own reasons. Some say the amount of many smaller scholarships can seem inconsequential, and the odds of winning a large scholarship can seem impossible.
But it is still essential to apply.
Think about it this way. Those small scholarships may seem small when compared to the total cost of a college education, but that is simply untrue. The amount may not compare to tuition covering scholarships, but small amounts can add up and end up covering a large chunk of tuition.
And somebody has to be the winner of those large scholarships that are “impossible” to win. Who knows, it could be you!
So, make sure you are applying to as many scholarships as you can. May 1 is the deadline for many local scholarships, but that does not mean it is too late to apply.
It can seem difficult to write a scholarship-winning essay in a couple of days, but with enough focus and dedication, it’s feasible. Do not let a deadline stop you from potentially earning money towards your future education.
Here is a list of local scholarships with deadlines of May 1.
- American Legion Post 760 Scholarship in memory of Phil Ward
- The Rosemary Gainar Memorial Scholarship – Presented by William Penn Elementary School PTO
- Ben Franklin PTO Award for Higher Education
- Frank L. P. Edwards Memorial Scholarship
- Bethel Park Volunteer Scholarship Fund
- The Kramer Family Scholarship
- Scott Beynon Memorial Scholarship
- Bethel Women’s Club Scholarship
- Bethel Park Police Association Scholarship
- John Deans Memorial Scholarship
- South Arts Scholarship
- The Judge Ron Arnoni “Leadership in Action” Scholarship Application
- Antonio J. Ripepi, M.D. Memorial Scholar-Athlete Award
- Jugo-Slav Club Memorial Scholarship
- Cindy Schaude Buckley Memorial Scholarship
Some of these applications can be submitted online, while others must be submitted in person. Stop by the front office or check Naviance for applications if any of these scholarships interest you!
