Figuring out how to pay for college can stop some students in their tracks. The maze of tuition, fees, books, housing and financial aid often feels overwhelming. But here’s the good news: The number of scholarships available to students has grown by 45% in the last decade. Despite that increase, the National Scholarship Providers Association estimates that more than $10 billion in Pell Grants, private scholarships and fellowships go unawarded each year.

So, why does so much money go unused? The answer is simple: Too few students apply. Some scholarships have narrow eligibility requirements, and others ask for time-consuming applications that discourage students from trying. But most often, students simply don’t know that these scholarships exist, or they don’t realize they might qualify.

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