Expert: David Disraeli - 8/13/2009

Question
Hello,

Where do you get scholarshis and how do you know which scholarship websites are legitimate? Do you know of any reliable websites I should try and when should I start looking? Is there a peak month?

Thank-you!
~Scholarshopping

Answer
www.fastweb.com and www.collegedata.com are two best sites I have ever seen.  I don't know about peak months but earlier is better.  I have only met one professional who helps people get scholarships.  She will not promise anything except one on one admissions prep.  Turns out she has been very successful.  Almost in every case it is a top student or athlete.  She herself got a bachelors and masters here at U.T. on a full ride.  There are a lot of scholarships but they are typically $500 to $1000.  Financial Aid may be a better option if you qualify.  

That's my 2 cents.

Regards,


David Disraeli CFP