Research Guides: Find Scholarships: Getting Started

What to expect from this guide

Hello! This guide provides assistance for students in finding and applying for a wide variety of scholarships. It includes advice on:

Finding scholarships and aid from VCU
Locating trusted resources to help you find scholarships from other organizations
Writing a winning application and essay

Tips to keep in mind

Anyone can be eligible for scholarships. You don't need to be a straight-A student, athlete, artist, or fit a certain economic status or ethnicity. You might be surprised at the kinds of scholarships you can find if you know where to search. Keep looking!

National Scholarship Support
National and international scholarships are usually much more prestigious and competitive than regional and local scholarships. Use this guide for more detailed advice when applying to these scholarships and fellowships including the Fulbright, Boren, and Critical Language Scholarships.