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Scholarship Search 101: A Parent’s Quick Start Guide

Your time is limited. Paying for college shouldn’t feel impossible. Search “college scholarships,” and you’ll see the problem: endless links, outdated pages, and vague promises. For busy parents, it’s hard…
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Posted by Regan Blume August 14, 2025
Posted inScholarships

How Social Media Can Help (or Hurt) Your Scholarship Chances

Besties, there’s nobody that loves a good selfie dump like ya girl. But these days, social media isn’t all fun and games, unforch. Everything you post online lives forever, which…
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Posted by Regan Blume May 23, 2025
Posted inScholarships

Scholarships for Women (2025)

For many students, especially women, navigating the world of scholarships can feel overwhelming. Balancing school, work, caregiving, and/or even entrepreneurship while also finding the right financial support might feel like…
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Posted by Regan Blume May 12, 2025
Posted inAfter College College Life FAFSA

Financial Aid for Graduate Students – What Changes?

If you're heading to grad school, you’ve probably noticed that the financial aid landscape looks quite different from your undergrad days. From fewer grant options to higher borrowing limits, understanding…
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Posted by Regan Blume April 25, 2025
Posted inScholarships

Scholarships for Writers (2025)

This week at Red Kite, I wanted to help out my fellow writer Kitelings! (Writelings?) Not to toot my own horn (TOOT TOOT), but having an English Literature/Creative Writing degree…
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Posted by Jane Cooper March 10, 2025
Posted inCollege Life FAFSA Federal Aid

What to Do If You’re Not Eligible for the FAFSA

For many students, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the gateway to essential financial assistance for college. But what happens if you find out you're not eligible?…
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Posted by Regan Blume February 14, 2025
Understanding Targeted Scholarships
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Understanding Targeted Scholarships

We explain the different types of targeted scholarships and how you can find and apply for them using Red Kite. Financial aid awards occupy a diverse spectrum of specificity. General…
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Posted by Regan Blume June 7, 2024
Analysis of My $406,000 Essay
Posted inCollege Essay

Analysis of My $406,000 Essay

Kite Writer Jane Cooper breaks down her scholarship-winning essay and gives students tips on how to approach their own college applications. Last time around, I introduced you to my own…
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Posted by Jane Cooper May 31, 2024
The Future of Scholarships
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The Future of Scholarships

We explore emerging trends in scholarship opportunities.   Technology is shaping the landscape of scholarships. Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic - along with the recent rise of AI innovation -…
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Posted by Jane Cooper May 26, 2024
Debunking Scholarship Myths: What You Really Need to Know
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Debunking Scholarship Myths: What You Really Need to Know

We break down common misconceptions about scholarships and financial aid. Applying to college can feel complicated and overwhelming. Here at Red Kite, our goal is to simplify the process and…
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Posted by Jane Cooper May 17, 2024
5 Fun College Summer Activities
Posted inCollege Life

5 Fun College Summer Activities

You made it through another semester at college! Now it’s time to kick back, relax, and take a break from your busy undergrad life. Even if you’re stuck taking a…
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Posted by Regan Blume May 14, 2024
The Essay that Won Me $406,000
Posted inFinancial Aid General Preparing for College

The Essay that Won Me $406,000

Jane introduces us to her multi-scholarship-winning essay. Sitting pretty with a 2.7 GPA in your junior year of high school doesn’t exactly scream “scholarship.” The year before, my older sister…
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Posted by Jane Cooper May 3, 2024
How To Financially Prepare For After College Graduation
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How To Financially Prepare For After College Graduation

COVID-19 has turned everything upside down, including college graduation. These uncertain times make it more important than ever to make sure you are financially prepared for whatever lies ahead. Graduating…
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Posted by Regan Blume May 7, 2020
Ultimate FAFSA Checklist
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Ultimate FAFSA Checklist

Getting ready to fill out your FAFSA? Here's everything you'll need:  
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Posted by Regan Blume September 10, 2018
Posted inStudent Jobs

Online Summer Jobs for Students

Finding a paying job as a college student is no easy task!

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Posted by Regan Blume June 29, 2018
Eight Things Incoming Freshmen Should Be Doing This Summer
Posted inPreparing for College

Eight Things Incoming Freshmen Should Be Doing This Summer

Are you getting ready for your first year of college? Check out our checklist for incoming freshmen:
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Posted by Regan Blume May 29, 2018

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