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title: Scholarships You Can Still Apply for This Summer
description: Still looking for scholarships this summer? Find adult-learner-friendly options with rolling deadlines and tips to make your application stand out, no matter when you start.
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# [Scholarships You Can Still Apply for This Summer](https://learn.reupeducation.com/resources/scholarships-you-can-still-apply-for-this-summer)

 Written by [ReUp](https://learn.reupeducation.com/resources/author/reup) | Jun 16, 2025 2:30:33 PM

## Summer is often a time to catch your breath, but it’s also a great time to fund your future. If you’re thinking about returning to school or are already enrolled, scholarships can help ease the financial pressure.

### Plenty of scholarships are still accepting applications throughout June and July.

## **Where to Start**

These trusted tools can help you find scholarships that fit your background, goals, and timeline:

- [**CareerOneStop Scholarship Finder**](https://www.careeronestop.org/toolkit/training/find-scholarships.aspx)Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, this tool lets you search by keyword, deadline, location, and level of study.
- [**Scholarships.com**](https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory):  <https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory>A comprehensive directory with filters for deadline, major, demographic group, and more.

To save you time, check out:

## **Tips to Strengthen Your Application**

You don’t need a perfect GPA to earn a scholarship, but a strong application can make all the difference. Here’s how to stand out: 

- **Follow the directions**: Stay within word limits and respond directly to the prompt.
- **Tell your story: **Share why you’re going back to school and what it means to you.
- **Be yourself**: Let your personality shine! Mention challenges you’ve faced and how you’ve grown. 

### **Sample Personal Statement**

Here’s an example you can use for inspiration or adapt for your own scholarship applications:

> **Personal Statement Example**
> 
> I never thought I’d go back to college. I left school over a decade ago to work full time and support my family. Since then, I’ve built a life rooted in hard work, but I’ve always felt something was missing—unfinished.
> 
> Returning to school is my way of finishing what I started, and more importantly, opening new doors for my career and my kids. I'm currently pursuing a degree in [Your Field, e.g., Healthcare Administration] because I want to move into a role where I can both lead and serve.
> 
> This journey hasn’t been easy. I balance my classes with work and parenting. But those challenges have made me more determined. I’ve learned how to manage my time, ask for help, and stay committed to long-term goals—even when progress is slow.
> 
> This scholarship would help ease the financial pressure so I can focus on my studies and stay on track to graduate. I believe education is one of the most powerful ways to change not just your life, but your family’s future. That’s why I’m here—and that’s why I’m applying.
> 
> Thank you for your consideration.

 

### **Final Thought**

If you’ve been putting off applying for scholarships because you weren’t sure where to begin, this is your start.

Choose one opportunity, set a reminder to apply, and take the next step. A few hours of effort now could pay off in a big way this fall.

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