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Costs of College- Least To Most Community Colleges (Maple Woods, Johnson County) In-State Public Schools (Northwest, Truman State) Out of State Public Schools (University of Kansas, Iowa State) Private Schools (William Jewell, Rockhurst, Drake)

Four Primary Sources of Scholarships Direct from the Colleges Privately Sponsored Scholarships Missouri State Programs Liberty Area Community Scholarship Program

Scholarships Directly From the Colleges Most Common Type of Scholarship! “Automatic” Scholarships – Based on GPA/Class Rank and ACT scores. Common at Public Schools. Typically use 6th semester class rank and GPA If you obtain a higher ACT score after you apply, they will typically award you the scholarship Make sure you include your schools on your ACT registrations or send them the new score after it is obtained.

Directly From Colleges http://www.truman.edu/admission-cost/cost- aid/scholarships/

LHS Counseling Website https://lhs-lps- ca.schoolloop.com/scholarships

Family Connections https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=In6V yZ3mMY8 Private Sponsors Family Connections https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=In6V yZ3mMY8

MissOurI State Programs A+ Program + Free Tuition (Almost) Not Too Late! Requirements- 2.5 GPA, 95% Cumulative attendance, Bright Flight = $3,000 each year ACT of 31 or Higher Must attend a College in Missouri

Liberty Area Community ScHolarship PrograM All are awarded to students from Liberty and/or Liberty North High Schools Average is a $1000.00 one time award Application Available: Dec 1, 20017. Due Feb 1, 2018 One application allows you to be considered for numerous Scholarships

Competitive Scholarships Academics: (Rigor of Courses, ACT scores, GPA) Resume Essay Possible interview including: Leadership Positions, Work Experience, Athletics, Fine Arts, Community/Church Activities, Honors and

Helpful Application tips Apply to every scholarship for which you are eligible. Pursue all scholarships, including “small” awards and those with essays. Don’t miss deadlines. Use a calendar and checklist to get organized. Tailor your application to the sponsor’s goals. Read and follow the instructions carefully.

Google your name and make sure you have a professional online profile. Tips for Applications Personalize your essay and be passionate. Give examples and be specific. Google your name and make sure you have a professional online profile. Use a professional email address, such as firstname.lastname@gmail.com. Clean up the content of your Facebook account, removing inappropriate and immature material. Have an teacher, counselor or other adult proofread a printed copy of your essay and the application for spelling and grammar errors.

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