Internal Scholarships
Many private schools offer their own scholarships. These may be based on academic merit, athletic ability, artistic talent, or other special interests. Some schools also offer scholarships based on community service or leadership potential.
External Scholarships
In addition to internal scholarships, there are numerous external scholarships offered by businesses, non•profit organizations, community groups, and foundations. These scholarships can be specific to certain geographic areas, academic interests, extracurricular activities, or demographic groups.
National Merit Scholarships
For high school students, the National Merit Scholarship Program is a well•known source of scholarships. Students become eligible by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) and meeting other program requirements.
Scholarship Search Tools
Numerous online tools and databases can help you search for scholarships. These include resources like Fastweb, Scholarships.com, and the U.S. Department of Labor’s scholarship search tool. Be sure to look for scholarships early and often, as new opportunities frequently arise and deadlines can vary.
Application Process
Applying for scholarships typically involves submitting an application form, and may also require letters of recommendation, transcripts, and personal essays. It’s important to read the application instructions carefully and submit all required materials by the deadline.
To summarize, scholarships for private school students are available and come from a variety of sources:
• Internal scholarships offered by private schools based on different factors like academic merit, special talents, or leadership potential.
• External scholarships offered by businesses, non•profit organizations, community groups, and foundations.
• National scholarships such as the National Merit Scholarship Program.
• Scholarship search tools like Fastweb, Scholarships.com, and the U.S. Department of Labor’s scholarship search tool can help identify opportunities.
• The scholarship application process typically involves submitting an application form and may require additional materials.
