{"id":1962,"date":"2023-04-26T09:58:19","date_gmt":"2023-04-26T15:58:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.washk12.org\/counseling\/?page_id=1962"},"modified":"2026-09-23T14:41:33","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T20:41:33","slug":"scholarships","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.washk12.org\/counseling\/scholarships\/","title":{"rendered":"Scholarships"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Scholarships<\/h1>\n<div>\n<p>If you are interested in posting your scholarship opportunities to our site, please email:\u00a0 <a href=\"mailto:sophia.ford@washk12.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sophia.ford@washk12.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>\n<p>Tips for applying for Scholarships<\/h3>\n<div>\n<p><strong>1. Look everywhere:<\/strong><br \/>Check your school\u2019s financial aid office, local organizations, employers, and the U.S. Department of Labor\u2019s scholarship search tool.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Know who qualifies:<\/strong><br \/>Many scholarships are for high school seniors. Just make sure you meet any specific requirements.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Start early:<\/strong><br \/>Apply now! Most scholarships are due in late winter or early spring.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Gather your materials:<\/strong><br \/>Get your FAFSA, recommendation letters, transcript, and a good photo ready.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Write smart:<\/strong><br \/>You can reuse essay responses if they fit. Get feedback and proofread.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6. Stay organized:<\/strong><br \/>Sort applications by due date, follow directions, and submit early.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Being prepared pays off!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><strong>What is the difference between a Traditional Scholarship and an Academic Scholarship?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>A <strong>traditional scholarship<\/strong> can be awarded for various reasons, like athletics, community service, or leadership\u2014not just academics. 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