Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most asked questions.
I completed the eligibility profile. Is that all I have to do?
No. The next step is to apply for specific scholarships and/or interest-free loans. There are no scholarships awarded from the Eligibility Profile. To apply for a specific scholarship/interest-free loan, click Programs in the upper right of the page. You will see programs that you qualify for based on your eligibility profile.
If you see a program you would like to apply for, click More and then Apply. You will be presented with a series of tasks to complete. Tasks include file uploads, scholarship specific essays, letters of recommendation, contact and demographic information, etc. Once all of your tasks are complete and you have reviewed your application, click Submit.
You must apply for specific scholarship opportunities for be eligible for funding.
When is the deadline to submit an application?
Each scholarship provider sets their own deadline. Review the scholarship details section for deadline information. The system will not accept any applications after 11:59 pm Central Time on the deadline date. Applications cannot be edited after they are submitted.
Will I receive a confirmation email when I submit an application?
Yes, you will receive a confirmation email when you submit.
When will I be notified of the decision?
You can check the status of any application by logging into the system. Click My Applications in the upper right to see your applications. The status of each application is shown in that application’s box. Each scholarship provider sets their own notification process. All providers will either email an award notification, call you, or mail an award letter.
Can I receive more than one scholarship?
Yes, it is possible that more than one provider will select you as a recipient if you apply for multiple opportunities. We encourage students to apply for any and all opportunities for which they are eligible.
What documents do I need in order to complete my online application?
Each scholarship has a unique application. Some files you may need include:
– Transcript – unless stated, unofficial transcript is sufficient. If a program needs an official transcript they will note that on the application.
– FAFSA Submission Summary: The FSS is the document resulting from the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA may be filed online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov.
– Financial Aid Offer Letter from the college you plan to attend.
– ACT/SAT score report (if not included on your high school transcript)
– Resume
– Acceptance letter from the college you plan to attend
PDF is the preferred format for uploaded documents.
If I receive a scholarship one year, will I automatically receive an award for the next year?
Not necessarily. If the opportunity description states that it is renewable, you will be awarded next year if you meet the renewal criteria and submit a renewal application.
How can I find out if my references are complete?
You will receive an email when the reference accepts or declines the recommendation request and when the letter is submitted. You can look at the recommendation task in your application to see if the letter has been submitted.
You can submit your application before the letter of recommendation is submitted. Some scholarships require that letters of recommendation are submitted by the deadline, so make sure to give your reference plenty of time to complete the letter.
You cannot re-use a letter of recommendation until it has been submitted by the reference.
How do I reset my password?
On the application page, click Log in. Enter your email. On the next page, click Forgot Password? You will receive an email with a link to reset your password.
If you do not get a password recovery email, contact [email protected].
I never received an email confirming my account. How can I access My Scholarship Central?
First check your spam/junk folders and any filters on your email to make sure the message was not blocked. Confirmation emails come from [email protected]. If you did not receive a confirmation email, contact [email protected].
I am a scholarship reviewer or providing a letter of reference and I have a question. Who can I contact?
You can email [email protected] with your question.