In the lefthand Filters menu on your Browse Scholarships page, you’ll see a filter for "Show local scholarships only":

These are scholarships that are specific to your high school, city, or county. Typically, these local scholarships get fewer applications which improves your chance of winning. Therefore, we recommend you prioritize applying to your local scholarships.

If your “Local Scholarship” area is blank, ask your counselor to add some of your local scholarships to Going Merry.

If your financial aid offer wasn't enough to cover your bill, we recommend you submit an appeal. Learn more about financial aid appeals here.

If you'll need a student loan to cover the rest, begin by researching the lender that will give you the best rate. Most private lenders allow you to answer a few questions risk-free and then get your estimated interest rate. You’re under no obligation to actually get the loan. We recommend checking with Earnest first. Get your rate estimate from Earnest here.