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Do you know a high-performing Missouri State-West Plains student looking to transfer to a four-year institution? Does he or she have financial need? If so, please encourage him or her to apply for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, which provides up to $40,000 annually to community college students and recent alumni who will pursue a bachelor's … [Read more...] about Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship
Scholarship Search Tips Home » Planning & Paying for College » Grants & Scholarships » Scholarship Search Tips In these tough economic times, many families may need additional money to help pay for college. Federal and state financial aid programs may not be enough. Seeking and applying for private scholarships from non-profit foundations and other organizations may … [Read more...] about Scholarship Information
Debt Management and Minimization Many students seek a postsecondary education hoping to improve their career opportunities and financial future. Managing your money while in school is an important part of obtaining the lifestyle you want. However, poor money management, both while in school and after, can mean a large salary going towards debt and not much else. Follow these … [Read more...] about Debt Management