🎓 Merit Aid & Scholarship Opportunities
Merit Aid Information
Many colleges offer merit-based scholarships in addition to need-based aid. For guidance, consult:
Lists of colleges that offer merit aid
Lists of those that do not offer merit-based scholarships
These lists can help families identify schools where academic achievement or talent may be rewarded with financial support.
External Scholarship Search Tools
After receiving financial aid packages from colleges, students can search for outside scholarships to supplement their awards. Start with Newton North’s curated scholarship list HERE and explore these national resources:
RaiseMe – Earn micro-scholarships from participating colleges throughout high school
Scholly – A targeted scholarship search engine
FastWeb – Searchable database with personalized matches
Going Merry – A "Common App" for scholarships
United Negro College Fund (UNCF) – The nation’s largest private scholarship provider for minority students
More Helpful Financial Aid & Scholarship Resources
Colleges that are need-blind and meet full demonstrated financial need
Schools offering full-ride scholarships
Institutions that meet full need without requiring loans
Top public and private colleges with the most generous aid packages
