We are so excited to share something truly special with our ScholarshipOwl family! Today, we are officially launching the inaugural edition of our brand-new publication: ScholarshipOwl Standout Magazine!

As the Director of Student Advocacy here at ScholarshipOwl, I talk to students, parents, and educators every single day. One question I hear time and again is: “Do real students actually win these scholarships?”

The answer is a resounding YES, and this magazine is our proof.

We created ScholarshipOwl Standout Magazine to shine a spotlight on the resilient, hard-working students who turn their college dreams into reality. Whether you’re a student looking for inspiration to keep applying, a parent wanting to support your child’s financial journey, or a counselor guiding the next generation, this magazine was built for you!

Flip Through the Magazine

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In This Edition

Packed inside this first issue are 8 feature stories, along with multiple Winner Spotlights full of advice, photos, and quotes from students across the nation:

Kaylena E. Hood – Human Health and Biology, Pre-Med Track

Stacking multiple funding sources at the University of Oklahoma, Kaylena proves that holding yourself accountable and staying consistent pays off—to the tune of $12,250 in scholarships!

Aiden Clay – Microbiology, Pre-Med Track

On a personal mission to ensure his parents didn’t bear the cost of his degree, Aiden leveraged ScholarshipOwl to fill his remaining funding gap and completely fund his college education!

Jason Dorrity – Mathematics Education, Future Math Teacher

An adult learner proving that persistence and grit are all it takes to balance real-life expenses and pursue a new career path.

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Mary Suggs, High School Senior and Future Dermatology Physician’s Assistant

A future Physician’s Assistant who has already earned three scholarships before her senior year high school by approaching the search with the mindset of a varsity cross-country runner!

Chris Hooper – Theatre Arts / Acting

How Chris and his dad, Bil, teamed up as a strategic force to navigate college costs and realize Chris’ dream of amplifying marginalized voices in the performing arts.

Kendall S. Demming, High School Senior, Biology Major / Pre-Med Track

How landing her very first scholarship gave her the exact boost of confidence she needed to keep pushing toward her medical school dreams.

Eleanor Matthew – Political Science & History, Pre-Law Track

Securing a $1,000 award just weeks before starting her freshman year, alleviating financial pressure for her family right when it mattered most.

Amanda Cooper – Criminal Justice / Forensic Science

How she stacked $2,000 in national scholarships to nearly cover her entire semester’s tuition at community college!

Plus, don’t miss our Winner Spotlights and highlights from our annual $50,000 No Essay Scholarship recipients!

Ready to Get Inspired?

You can read all of these stories and view winning scholarship entries in the magazine below 👇

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Remember: You can’t win a scholarship if you don’t apply! Let these stories be the spark that keeps you going! Ready to begin your own scholarship journey? Get started with your ScholarshipOwl free 7-day trial today!