The Underdog's Guide to Scholarships: Get Big Money for Your Dream College

"Interested in college but not sure where to start? This book is an invaluable resource for students and families who feel like college is out of reach." - Elizabeth K. Gill, Assistant Dean for Career Development, Jackson School of Global Affairs, Yale University. Feeling like college is an impossible dream because of its steep price tag? I've been there. In high school, I wasn't near the top of my class. Yet, I managed to secure over $50,000 in scholarships annually. How did I do it? By targeting colleges that actively support students from families like ours, those earning under $70,000. You can do the same thing too. This book is my step-by-step system, tailored for high schoolers and college first-years. It's not too late to turn your college dream into reality." Inside, you will: Discover the 75+ colleges that want students like you so much they guarantee full (or nearly full) scholarships for families earning under $70K. Learn how to position yourself as the ideal applicant to get those life-changing scholarships. Uncover tactics star students use to ace classes while still having a social life. Choose the extracurriculars and essay angles that best highlight your unique experiences, talents, and potential.