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Resources for Paying for College
In addition to our own scholarships, the New Hampshire GEAR UP Alliance offers resources to find college funding. Resources include searchable databases and other information on scholarships, including those specifically for students in New Hampshire. You’ll also find information on grants, internships, and other financial aid opportunities.
Serving with AmeriCorps
Want to help benefit the community you live in, or travel to help another one? AmeriCorps is is an agency which works with local and national partners to serve the American people facing the most pressing challenges. Visit the AmeriCorps website to learn how you can get involved.
LGBTQ+ Student Scholarship Database
The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) supports LGBTQ+ people, and they have a portal specifically designed to help finance a LGBTQ+ student’s college journey. Explore the database to find college scholarships, fellowships, and grants.
Stonewall Community Foundation
The Stonewall Community Foundation has scholarship programs to support LGBTQ+ students in their college journey. Find out what they are and how you can apply.
Foundation for New Hampshire Community Colleges
The Foundation for New Hampshire Community Colleges provides greater access to financial assistance for scholarships, program development, and facility improvement across the Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH). They offer a portal for students to peruse and apply for scholarships from all seven colleges more easily. Visit the scholarship portal. For assistance, use this guide to apply for scholarships.
GEAR UP NH Scholarship Application
Students who are part of the GEAR UP New Hampshire program may be eligible for a federally funded GEAR UP Scholarship. Scholarships average $7,000 per student. In order to be eligible, you must have received GEAR UP services under the 2016–2023 grant. You must also be enrolled to attend a New Hampshire college or university.
Study New Hampshire
Study New Hampshire is a vital resource for students looking for the best places to attend college. It offers information on New Hampshire college and university options, academic and athletic programs, tuition assistance, and more. Visit Study New Hampshire.
GEAR UP Navigate Book
A guide for juniors and seniors as they navigate their next steps after high school graduation. Information covers applying to a four-year, two-year, or technical school; accessing financial aid; and entering the workforce or military service. Read the Navigate Book.
GEAR UP College Tips
Top 10 tips for students interested in college, along with FAQs on finding and applying for college. Top 10 Tips for the College Applicant.
GEAR UP NH Manual de becas
Un manual detallado con información sobre la beca GEAR UP New Hampshire, incluida la elegibilidad, cómo solicitarla y más. La beca está disponible para los estudiantes de GEAR UP New Hampshire en las próximas clases de graduación de la escuela secundaria. GEAR UP NH Manual de becas.
GEAR UP Scholarship Manual
A detailed manual with information about the GEAR UP New Hampshire Scholarship, including eligibility, how to apply, and more. The scholarship is available to GEAR UP New Hampshire students in upcoming graduating high school classes. Read the Gear Up Scholarship manual.
Fastweb
Fastweb is a national database of college scholarships. It is designed to simplify the scholarship search by helping students find millions of scholarships, grants, internships, and financial aid opportunities. Students can sign up for free. Search the scholarship database.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund empowers students and parents with the knowledge and resources to access college. It provides support services and scholarships to as many exceptional students, Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholars, and alumni as possible. Visit the Hispanic Scholarship Fund.
New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation manages more than 2,000 philanthropic funds created by generous individuals, families, and businesses. The Foundation awards more than $50 million in grants and scholarships every year, including college scholarships. Visit the NH Charitable Foundation.
Scholarships.com
An online database that lets students browse scholarships by state, cost, major, and other categories. Students complete a profile to get matched with relevant scholarships. Browse the scholarship database.
Best NH Scholarships
Up-to-date information on college scholarships specifically for New Hampshire students. Get info on Scholarships for NH students.
Scholly
A hub for students to search and apply for college scholarships. Students complete a profile to get matched with scholarships based on their accomplishments, interests, and unique traits. Search and apply for scholarships.