Andrew B. Crawford, JR. Scholarship Fund
Resources for College or University
Things to listen, read and see!
Scholarships:
Niche $50,000 No Essay Scholarship
Niche can help with every step of the college search including paying for it. We're giving one student $50,000 to help cover tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required! High school seniors who apply can also be eligible to receive acceptance (and scholarship!) offers from our Niche Direct Admissions® partner colleges. Apply for our $50,000 No Essay Scholarship below and focus on your education, not your finances. The winner will be selected by random drawing by January 15th. Good luck!
Eligibility: All high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year. Niche sponsored scholarships and sweepstakes are for people with US citizenship or a valid Visa/US passport only.
Entry: The $50,000 No Essay Scholarship is an easy scholarship with no essay required! Only one entry is allowed per person. The winner will be determined by random drawing and then contacted directly and announced in Niche's e-newsletter and on the Scholarship Winners page.
Deadline Dec 31, 2025
$2,500 Kitchen Cabinet Kings Entrepreneur Scholarship
Eligibility: Any current college student or incoming freshman enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in a Fall, Spring, or Summer 2025 or 2026 semester. Student must be enrolled at an accredited American college, university or trade school.
Entry: How will cryptocurrency and blockchain technology change the way small businesses operate in 2025 and beyond? (300 words or less).
Deadline Dec 31, 2025
To Do:
Register with College board - www.collegeboard.org
High School College Preparation Resources
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HUNE: Using an Early Warning System (EWS) to Increase Graduation Rates of Students with Disabilities - This publication is about using Early Warning Systems (EWS) to increase graduation rates for students with disabilities
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https://www.pattan.net/Publications/HUNE-Early-Warning-Systems-EWS-to-Increase-Gradu
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PA High School Graduation Toolkit - This Toolkit offers guidance on Pennsylvania’s Pathways to Graduation, five alternative avenues for students to demonstrate postsecondary preparedness while satisfying statewide requirements, as well as information on other diploma options for students in specific situations.
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Statewide High School Graduation Requirements - Effective with the graduating class of 2023, Pennsylvania high school students have the option to demonstrate their postsecondary preparedness and meet statewide requirements through one of five Pathways to Graduation.
Financial Aid
Podcasts
Planning for college while in high school
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The Basics, The Myths, The Possibilities
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Planning for Success
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Real Talk: The College Experience
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Key information for preparing for college.
Videos:
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Become a TOP student without even TRYING (2025) by Shinwoo Lee
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Unlock Your 2025 Success: The Ultimate Month-by-Month by Coach Tony.
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College Admission Secrets by Coach Tony
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Check out our FREE 3-part Webinar Series!
Go to https://bit.lyy/4hu7FDb to view the video and resources
What is the income limit for FAFSA?
There is no set income limit for eligibility to qualify for financial aid. You'll need to fill out the FAFSA every year to see what you qualify for at your college. It's important to make sure you fill out the FAFSA as quickly as possible once it opens for the following school year.
What 3 things need to be included in a college essay?
Knowing what to include in a college essay is half the battle. Admissions teams look for many things, but the most influential are authenticity, writing ability, character details, and positive traits. How to Write the Best College Application Essay – by BigFuture
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