 TITLE: How to Find Scholarships to Pay for College CONTENT: There are several categories of scholarships that may be available to you, depending on your situation. Here's how each works and where you can get them.\n*   **Need-based scholarships**: You may qualify for one of these scholarships if you can demonstrate financial need, regardless of other factors. They're commonly awarded to students who come from low-income households.\n*   **Merit-based scholarships**: These are typically tied to your academic, athletic or artistic performance. Some merit scholarships also factor in your financial need.\n*   **State-based scholarships**: Some scholarships are offered only to students who live in certain states. Depending on the offer, you may be able to receive one from the state or a private organization that operates in the state.\n*   **Community service scholarships**: If you spend a lot of time serving your community, there may be scholarships in your area available to reward you for making your community a better place.\n*   **Military scholarships**: Each branch of the Armed Forces offers scholarships for service members, veterans and even their families.\n*   **Demographic-based scholarships**: Some scholarships are designed specifically for students based on their heritage, gender, orientation and more.\n*   **Unusual scholarships**: If you have an unusual hobby or skill, there may be a scholarship out there that rewards it. For example, a town in Arkansas hosts a duck calling contest every year and awards the winner with a scholarship. You may also be able to get scholarships for speaking a constructed language like Klingon, working as a golf caddy and more. END