Free Scholarships
College scholarships and free application help for Northern Virginia students.
EAESSI awards college scholarships to local students and guides you through every step, so cost is never the reason you stop.
The price of college scares off bright students every year. It should not. College scholarships turn an impossible number into a real plan. EAESSI awards scholarships to students across Northern Virginia and helps you through every scholarship application. We especially love supporting first generation students who are the first in their family to head to college.
What scholarships does EAESSI offer?
EAESSI offers college scholarships for local students based on drive, character and financial need. Many recipients are first generation students. We also add free guidance so your scholarship application and your financial aid work together for the biggest possible award.
How to apply for an EAESSI scholarship
Applying is simpler than most students expect. Here is the path from start to award.
Do I qualify for a scholarship?
If you are a student in Northern Virginia with real goals and financial need, you likely qualify to apply. We weigh character and drive, not just grades. First generation students and students from working families are exactly who we built these college scholarships for.
EAESSI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Northern Virginia students and families. We do not just hand out a check and wave goodbye. We guide your scholarship application, connect it to your financial aid, and cheer you on to graduation.
Do not leave money on the table
Every year students miss aid simply because they never apply. Families leave billions in college aid unclaimed nationwide. Pairing college scholarships with a strong financial aid plan means you claim more of the money you have earned.
We make sure nothing gets left behind. A little help now can mean thousands more in your package later.
How to avoid scholarship scams
Real college scholarships never charge you to apply. If someone asks for a fee, a credit card or your Social Security number to release an award, walk away. No honest program guarantees you will win.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local students in Northern Virginia with financial need. First generation students are strongly encouraged to apply.
No. We weigh character, drive and need alongside grades.
Yes. We help you stack awards and build a full funding package.
Some awards ask for a short essay and some do not. We help you with both.
No. Scholarships add to your aid. We help you combine them for the biggest package.
Most women are booked quickly after we confirm eligibility. Timing depends on partner site availability near you.