
Understand what a scholarship actually covers, distinguish merit from need-based aid and compare offers using a realistic family budget.

Separate the federal aid application from college and private scholarships, and build a deadline plan for the correct academic year.

A current scholarship plan for graduating seniors, with verified upcoming dates, eligibility checks and a manageable application workflow.

Learn to distinguish a scholarship drawing from a merit award, inspect eligibility and privacy terms, and avoid misleading promises.

Understand Harvard College’s need-based aid, international eligibility, application forms and the difference between admission and affordability.