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Scholarship Max Supports IIE and EducationUSA

IIE and EducationUSA have furloughed the majority of its employees – greatly hindering international student mobility to the United States EducationUSA rocked the international higher education community when it sent an email announcing it will be furloughing the majority of its team members. The email reads, “Effective March 14, the majority of IIE team members who work on EducationUSA will…
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The Damage Done by Freezing the FAFSA

FAFSA student loans
Freezing student grants and loans through the FAFSA will impact millions of students and give a major advantage in education to the rich A temporary freeze on all federal grants and loans is set to go into effect Tuesday, January 28 at 3:00PM PST. This freeze will effect all federal grants and loan programs with the exception of Medicare and…
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Advice to Earn an Athletic Scholarship

Athletic Scholarship
An athletic scholarship is a great way to pay for college, make friends, and build your personal brand. Pursuing a college education is a dream for many students, but the cost of higher education can be daunting. Scholarships are a key way to reduce or eliminate this financial burden, and for student-athletes, there’s a special category of awards that can…
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Scholarship Advice for a First-Generation College Student

first-generation college students
First-generation college students may not fully understand higher education and how to pay for school. We want to help give a basic understanding of how to pay for college. Pursuing higher education can be an exciting yet daunting endeavor, particularly for first-generation college students. Unlike students whose parents or guardians have navigated the college experience, first-gen students often find themselves…
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How Going to a Community College can Save You Thousands in Tuition

Community college
It takes four years to graduate with a bachelor's degree (undergraduate degree). The first two years can be done at a community college, and can save you thousands. In today's world, higher education is more important than ever. A college degree opens the doors to better job opportunities, higher salaries, and greater financial security. Yet, pursuing higher education comes with…
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In-State Tuition Saves More Money Than a Scholarship

in-state tuition
Taking advantage of in-state tuition can save hundreds of thousands of dollars over a lifetime, and is a financially responsible option. Attending college is a significant financial decision. Choosing the right college or university can lead to financial ruin, while choosing the right one can lead to a prosperous future. For many students, the cost of tuition is the largest…
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Why There are Billions of Dollars in Unused Scholarships Each Year

Billions of dollars in scholarships and grants go unused each year as the cost of education continues to climb to new heights. Unused scholarships should not exist. Scholarships are a vital resource for students seeking to reduce the financial burden of higher education. Yet, despite the rising cost of college tuition, an alarming number of scholarships go unclaimed each year.…
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How Student Recruitment Changed After COVID

Student recruitment
COVID shut down the world, campuses, and student recruitment. There is no doubt the student recruitment and admissions processes has changed. The COVID pandemic has profoundly impacted nearly every aspect of society, and the education sector is no exception. One of the most visible and consequential shifts occurred in how universities recruit students. As higher education institutions worldwide grappled with…
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