There are millions of scholarships available, but many scholarship scams also exist that are looking to take advantage of applicants. Signs of scholarship scams to steer clear of might include:
- Fees to apply for or receive an award
- Unusual requests for personal information
- Typing and spelling errors on the site
At Universal Technical Institute (UTI), we want to help guide you toward legitimate, high-quality websites with scholarships.
“We can answer any question you may have about scholarships and even help you with the application process if you get stuck,” says Ted Groff, a director of financial aid at UTI.
The great news is, there are a ton of worthwhile scholarships to apply for online, including scholarships specifically for aspiring technicians. Here are some of our favorite scholarship sites to check out.
TechForce Foundation
The TechForce Foundation awards more than $1.5 million in scholarships and grants each year. UTI is a proud supporter of the TechForce Foundation.
UTI Scholarships & Grants
www.uti.edu/financial-aid/scholarships-grants
UTI will make more than $15 million in scholarship and grant money available to students in 2022.10 We've listed dozens of scholarships on our website for new students to check out.
Scholarships.com
You can search for more than 3.7 million college scholarships and grants through this website. Do a keyword search based on your interests.
Fastweb
Create a profile on Fastweb and you’ll get matched to scholarships that might be a fit for you. The site’s database contains more than 1.5 million scholarships.
CareerOneStop
www.careeronestop.org/toolkit/training/find-scholarships.aspx
This website is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor and features more than 8,000 scholarship awards.
CollegeScholarships.com
Find scholarships not just for college but trade schools too, with categories ranging from military scholarships to unique scholarships to religious scholarships.
Chegg Scholarships
You can search more than 25,000 scholarships on this site. Search scholarships based on keywords or create a profile to get tailored matches.
Tips for Finding More Scholarships
Based on your unique background, interests and involvements, there are likely more niche websites for scholarships that could provide you with scholarship opportunities. Here are some tips for finding them.
- Ask a high school guidance counselor. High school guidance counselors can point students in the right direction.
- Check out websites for organizations you support. If you’re active in a religious or community organization or volunteer for a foundation, that organization might offer scholarships.
- Look into employer options. Your employer, as well as your parents’ employers, might offer scholarships. View their websites or contact their Human Resources departments to see what’s available.
Have you found scholarships that interest you? Check out our article with tips on how to apply for scholarships.
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