Allison Wignall

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4 Scholarships for Summer School

Taking classes during the summer is a great way to catch up or get ahead with your education. But taking summer classes can also act like an extra semester of your college career, which can mean more college expenses like room and board or books. Luckily there are a number of scholarships dedicated to the …
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6 Scholarships for Students in Idaho

Known as the “Gem State”, a place where nearly every type of gemstone can be found, Idaho is a gem in its own right. Home to a number of colleges and universities, Idaho residents–and those eager to attend school there–can take a look below to learn about a couple of scholarships for their state. Community …
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7 Scholarships for Students in South Carolina

Full of history, art, and culture, South Carolina is an impressive state to be certain. The Palmetto State is home to over 60 colleges or universities as diverse as the people who live there. If you’re lucky enough to call South Carolina home or hope to attend college there, take a look at the following …
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7 Scholarships for Students in New Mexico

As the “Land of Enchantment,” New Mexico is a state of natural beauty, diverse culture, and fascinating history. The state is home to over 25 colleges and universities, and if you plan to attend one of them, or are a resident of New Mexico, check out a few of these scholarships. The Pedro and Mateo …
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8 Scholarships for Students in Pennsylvania

One of the original 13 founding states, Pennsylvania’s state motto is “Virtue, Liberty, and Independence.” These ideals run deep in the Quaker State as well as in its universities. If you attend–or desire to attend–college in Pennsylvania, read on to learn about some Pennsylvania scholarships available to you. Pennsylvania Engineering Foundation Scholarships Amount: $1,000 Deadline: April …
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7 Scholarship for Students in Washington State

Named after America’s first president, Washington is known as the “Evergreen State”. With over 40 colleges and universities calling the state home, Washington is an education destination. If you’re a resident or an out-of-stater looking to attend college in Washington state, take a look at some of the available scholarships below. Robert J. Meyer Organic …
What is a good PSAT score and how do you achieve a good score?
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What is a Good PSAT Score?

Much more than just a (new and improved test with new PSAT scores) practice test, the PSAT is also a qualifier for the National Merit Scholarships–an academic competition. Your score on the PSAT can act as an indicator as to what kind of score you’ll receive on the SAT or ACT, as well as potentially …
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How to Improve SAT Scores: A 10 Step Guide

Getting high scores on the SAT is important. The higher your score, the better your chances of getting into more competitive colleges and qualifying for certain scholarship opportunities. The key to opening these doors is knowing how to improve SAT scores. Before taking the test the first time, you may have known the theory on …
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How is the New 2016 SAT scored?

The score of your SAT test is a pretty big deal, and since college admittance chances, scholarships, and future job or internship possibilities can all be linked to how well you do, it’s important to understand just what that number means. Here we’ll break down just how the SAT is scored. What does your score mean? Well, …

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