Financial Aid
Scholarships
Grand Valley Scholarship Database
To search for Grand Valley scholarships and criteria please visit the Grand Valley scholarship database.
National Scholarship Databases
There are many great resources available to search for scholarships. Please review our listing of websites with free scholarship searches.
Important Dates
December 31
Deadline for incoming freshman and transfer students to be considered for Merit Based Scholarships awarded by the Admissions Office. Search for scholarship requirements in the scholarship database.
February 15 through March 1
Deadline to be considered for GVSU Department and Endowed Scholarships. Search for scholarships requirements in the scholarship database.
March 1
Maximize your financial aid options! File your FAFSA by March 1st for priority consideration. Learn more about applying for aid.
Scholarship Tips
Watch out for scams!
You should not have to pay for financial aid or scholarship searches.
Stay organized.
Make a file of the scholarships and their deadlines so you apply on time.
Keep records.
Make a copy of the application and any attachments. Also make sure to find a contact number or name to follow up with the scholarship donor.
Be patient.
Sometimes it will be months before you know you have been chosen to receive a scholarship.
Do your research.
It is best to start your scholarship search the year before you need the scholarships. High school guidance offices and local libraries are good sources of scholarship information. You may also wish to check with local organizations, businesses, churches and your parents' employers.
Page last modified March 5, 2013
