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Scholarships Aren’t Just for Freshmen

If you stopped searching for scholarships after your first year of college, you are not alone. Most scholarship advice focuses on high school seniors, which can make it seem like…

Regan Blume September 9, 2026

Featured Scholarships

Red Kite’s September Scholarship Spotlight: Back to School, Back to Scholarships

Welcome back to school! We hope you’re settling into your new schedule, reconnecting with friends and finding your rhythm. As you get back into the swing of classes, activities and…

Regan Blume August 26, 2026

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Red Kite’s August Scholarship Spotlight: Apply Before Summer Ends

A new school year and new possibilities are just weeks away! While you enjoy the final weeks of summer, consider setting aside a little time to explore scholarships with August…

Regan Blume August 3, 2026

Parent Newsletters

Your First College Bill: What to Check Before You Pay

Receiving your student’s first college bill can feel overwhelming, especially when it looks completely different from the financial aid offer you reviewed earlier. That does not necessarily mean something is…

Regan Blume July 14, 2026

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Red Kite’s July Scholarship Spotlight

Summer is in full swing, and July brings a fresh round of scholarship opportunities to explore! Whether you are preparing for the fall semester, planning ahead for future college costs,…

Regan Blume July 1, 2026

Graduate Students

Grad Student Funding Beyond Loans: Why Alternative Funding Matters More Than Ever

Graduate school can be a valuable investment in your future, but paying for it is becoming more complicated. For years, many graduate students relied on federal student loans to bridge…

Regan Blume June 11, 2026

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Red Kite’s June Scholarship Spotlight: Explore June Scholarships and Celebrate Your Progress

Congratulations on completing another school year! Before jumping into summer plans, take a moment to recognize how far you’ve come this year. Graduates are celebrating major milestones, but every student…

Regan Blume May 22, 2026

Financial Advice

Money Monday: The Truth About Summer Scholarships + Smart Money Habits

Once May arrives, a lot of students mentally move on from scholarships. Between finals, graduations, vacations, jobs, and summer plans, it’s easy to assume scholarship season is basically finished. But…

Regan Blume May 19, 2026

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Red Kite’s May Scholarship Spotlight: Finish Strong

May can feel like a sprint to the finish line. Finals, graduations, celebrations, move-outs, summer plans, and anticipation for what’s next make this one of the busiest times of year…

Regan Blume April 29, 2026

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Red Kite’s April Scholarship Spotlight

If the past few months have felt busy, you’re not alone, but April is a great time to reset and refocus. New scholarships are opening, deadlines are approaching, and there’s…

Regan Blume March 26, 2026