Information on 1.5 million scholarships, grants, and prizes is easily accessible in this revised directory with more than 300 new listings that feature awards indexed by career goal, major, academics, public service, talent, athletics, religion, ethnicity, and more. Each entry contains all the necessary information for students and parents to complete the application process, including eligibility requirements, how to obtain an application, how to get more information about each award, sponsor website listings, award amounts, and key deadlines. With scholarships for high school, college, graduate, and adult students, this guide also includes tips on how to conduct the most effective search, how to write a winning application, and how to avoid scams.

Review

"A present for anxious parents."
—Honolulu Advertiser

"Advice on applying for scholarships from start to finish."
—Town & Country Magazine

"All students will profit from this highly detailed book."
—David Miller, Director of College Counseling, Stevenson School

"This guide (has) … practical tips on where to find scholarships; how to write effective applications, resumes, and winning essays; and how to get glowing recommendations and ace scholarship interviews."
—C.E. King, Iowa State University, Choice Magazine

“A common sense approach to scholarship searches. The Ultimate Scholarship Book gives a down to earth step by step method of finding, applying for and winning scholarships.”
—Lynda McGee, College Counselor, Downtown Magnets High School, Los Angeles

“Upbeat tone and clear, practical advice.”
—Book News