Join Gwen Thomas, aka "The Scholarship Mom," for a free virtual seminar on Jan. 25, 2026 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Learn tips to improve scholarship essays and increase your chances of college aid.

Writing a captivating and insightful scholarship essay that convinces a scholarship committee is a prerequisite for most students. These applications enable the committee to comprehend your passion, ...

One of the most important — but most difficult — steps when applying for college programs and scholarships is writing essays. Essay prompts often ask for an autobiography. These can be difficult to ...

If you’re browsing through scholarships that require an essay, you might not even want to complete an application—especially if writing doesn’t come naturally to you. But there are ways to lessen the ...