I need to apply to HOPE scholarship but I'm having some trouble. I've applied to two colleges already, one's public and one's private. So when I go to apply for HOPE, it tells me I can either apply to one that's for private and one that's for public colleges. So I thought I'd do both. After I applied to the one for public colleges, It won't let me do it again for private.
I couldn't decide on one, because I don't know which one I'm going to go to right now. What do i do? It says I can't apply again before may.
please help if you can
On the surface, public colleges cost less than private ones do.* So if you're applying for scholarships that make you make a choice, opt for the private.
Most scholarships don't make you make that choice, though.
*If you get enough scholarships, though, private schools can cost less than public schools. It all depends on the school and their specific financial aid office decisions.
so i should've applied for the private one before instead of the public. because, their price difference is huge.
so that means i can't get this scholarship if i chose the private college? :(
That's right. You could receive this scholarship if you choose a state (public) college / university, and it certainly would help. But scholarships like this can make money stretch further in private schools. Here's an example:
A California resident attending a CSU currently pays around $17,000+ per year (living on or off campus, but not at home with parents); a non-resident would have to come up with about $10,000 more per year until/unless residency is established.
http://losangeles.stateuniversity.com/
Scroll down for the chart.
A student at Pomona College (an excellent coed liberal arts private college, also in California) will need to come up with about $52,000 per year.
http://www.pomona.edu/financialaid/prospectives/costofattending.shtml
As you can see with these two charts, the primary difference in costs per year is in the tuition.
You also need to remember that private schools often have much larger and much wealthier sets of alumni -- and they generally contribute lots of money each year to the alumni association, which is often one of the hugest sources of scholarship money that the school awards.
So ... you have choices to make.
Check the private schools in Georgia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_colleges_and_universities_in_Georgia_%28U.S._state%29
Do your "homework" regarding tuition, room & board, and fees ad different schools.
Then check out Georgia State U:
Georgia State University - Student Accounts
When calculating the annual cost of a college degree, you should consider a number of factors including ... 2009 Georgia State University. View legal statement.
http://www.gsu.edu/tuition_fees.html
Cost Calculator (Estimates for the 2009-2010 Academic Year ...
2009 Georgia State University. View legal statement.
http://www.gsu.edu/admissions/28251.html
Georgia State University - Tuition and Fees FAQ
On-campus payment checks should be payable to Georgia State University and ...
http://www.gsu.edu/es/tuition_fees_faq.html
Make comparisons.
ok. i will, thank you
I can definitely help you with that. Applying for the HOPE scholarship can sometimes be confusing, but I'll explain the process to you.
When it comes to the HOPE scholarship, there are separate applications for private and public colleges. You mentioned that you have already applied for the scholarship for public colleges. The reason you cannot apply again for the private college scholarship is that you are only allowed to submit one application per term.
Since you are unsure which college you will attend, here's what you can do:
1. Review the deadline: Make sure you are aware of the application deadline for both the private and public college scholarships. This will ensure that you apply within the specified timeframe.
2. Determine your college choice: While you may not have made a final decision yet, it's important to consider your options and make a preliminary choice. Evaluate the pros and cons of each college, including factors like cost, location, program offerings, and any other relevant factors.
3. Complete the application: Once you have decided on your preferred college, take the necessary steps to complete the HOPE scholarship application for that specific college. Make sure to provide accurate and complete information in your application.
4. Keep track of deadlines: If the May deadline mentioned is for applying to the HOPE scholarship, you may have to wait until that time to submit another application. However, if it is only a restriction on submitting multiple applications, you should still be able to meet the deadline for the private college scholarship.
5. Contact the scholarship office: If you are still unsure about the process or need further clarification, it's always a good idea to reach out to the scholarship office at the respective colleges. They will be able to provide you with specific guidance and assistance based on your situation.
Remember, the HOPE scholarship is a valuable opportunity to support your education, so it's important to carefully navigate the application process. Best of luck with your applications and feel free to ask if you have any more questions!