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FAFSA
College is a substantial financial investment; however, we believe no one should be denied an education due to cost. Begin seeking financial aid and scholarships early. Click on Scholarship Updates for a list of available scholarships by deadline.
Get help paying for college. Submit a free FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
Scholarships
Please view our updated list of current scholarships. Be sure to check back frequently, as this list is updated often.
Senior Scholarship Application
Completing the senior scholarship application will qualify seniors for scholarships provided by several area businesses and organizations through their high school’s Scholarship Committee. The deadline for seniors to complete the application is on Saturday, December 31, 2022, at 11:59 p.m.
Great Aspirations Scholarship Program (GRASP)
Services for the GRASP program include assistance with financial aid, FAFSA, and scholarship opportunities! Please see below for the complete listing of GRASP advisors for Hanover County Public Schools. Please contact the appropriate advisor below to schedule an appointment.
GRASP Advisors for Hanover County Public Schools
Atlee High School
Ms. Patty Wood
Google voice: (804) 396-4507
Mechanicsville High School
Ms. Barbara Hassett
Google voice: (804) 223-2134
Patrick Henry High School
Ms. Lara Brown
Google voice: (804) 238-9109
Hanover High School
Ms. Joannalyn Jordan
Google voice: (804) 250-1137
The Georgetown School
Ms. Paula Powell
Google voice: (804) 214-6518
Internet Searches
There are countless websites to search for financial aid and scholarship information. Although the school counseling department will advertise all scholarships that we receive, students may wish to supplement these opportunities with a personalized scholarship search. You may want to begin your search with the Websites listed below.
Click on each web address to conduct an Internet search for financial aid or scholarships.
www.schev.edu
www.finaid.org
www.fastweb.com
www.scholarships.com
www.college-scholarships.com
www.salliemae.com
Scholarship Scams
There are many free services and opportunities for scholarships. Students must take care not to be distracted by fraudulent, deceptive, and unfair business practices. Here are a few quick tips to help avoid scholarship scams.
Most scholarships do not require an application fee. Beware of any program or service that requests a fee.
Don’t be distracted by official-sounding names and logos. If you have questions about an offer, see your school counselor or GRASP advisor.
Be cautious with announcements that you have been selected as a finalist in a contest that requires additional fees.
Legitimate scholarships are usually available through multiple avenues. Scholarship seekers should be wary of services that advertise exclusive offers not found elsewhere.
There is no one program or service that can guarantee that you will be awarded scholarships. Even refund guarantees may have strings attached.
Researching financial aid and scholarship opportunities requires time and patience. Students should approach scholarship searches as a long-term project by identifying eligibility and deadlines for opportunities. Students should always consult with their school counselor, GRASP advisor or college financial aid officer.