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Join 'MyView' for 50 Scholarship Points featured!

The MyView Research Community needs your unique opinion. Influence today's top businesses and retailers by taking part in short surveys about the products you use the most. Registration is easy and membership is always free, with nothing to buy or sell, and no spam, EVER.

Register for MyView with the same email you registered for ScholarshipPoints and you'll automatically be credited with 50 scholarship points.

Online Education Survey for 50 Scholarship Points featured!

We'd like to know more about students opinions of online education, and we need your help. The online education survey is completely anonymous and takes less than 15 minutes. When you successfully complete the survey, you will receive a bonus code worth 50 Scholarship Points.

How to enter the $500 WinningSurveys.com Scholarship featured!

WinningSurveys.com is sponsoring a $500 scholarship in November, learn how you can enter to win and you'll earn 25 points while you are at it.

How to enter the $500 ZoomPanel.com Scholarship featured!

ZoomPanel.com is sponsoring a $500 scholarship in November, learn how you can enter to win and you'll earn 25 points while you are at it.

Win a Free Trip to Ireland or a $500 Scholarship featured!

In partnership with EF College Break, we're giving away a free trip to Ireland or a $500 scholarship to two lucky ScholarshipPoints members. Click the link above to read more about it and and you'll earn 25 points while you are at it. This promotion is open to the first 1,500 students to register only!

Read, "Credit Card Debt Solution" featured!

Are you in debt with your credit card(s)? Are you looking for a way out? We've got three solutions to help you with your credit card debt woes.

Read, "Holiday Savings with Citi Cards" featured!

Everyone enjoys the holidays, but no one enjoys when the bills roll in from all that holiday shopping - but don't worry as help is on the way. Citi shows you how you can hook up your family and friends this holiday season with some sweet swag at little to no cost to you.

Read, "Why I Chose A Private Student Loan Over A Federal Student Loan" featured!

There is a student loan myth out there that says you should always take out a federal student loan before considering a private student loan. But that conventional way of thinking is not practical, and may just be doing you a disservice. Get the facts.

Subscribe and listen to the Financial Aid Podcast

In today’s show, Episode 933, get a Points code for 20 Scholarship Points by listening to the episode. Code expires December 20, 2009

Ask Admissions Girl: Who should write my letters of recommendation letter?

A lot of high school seniors wonder who should write their college recommendation letters. Some students seem to have a ton of people they could ask while others only have one or two people they would feel comfortable asking. Either way, there are a few guidelines you should follow when asking for recommendations.

Read, "Your Career Starts Here!"

So graduation is just around the corner and you still can't decide what you want to do with your life? We can help. JobDiagnosis.com offers a free career test designed to place you into the right industry and job position based on your skills and preferences.

Private Student Loan FAQ's

What you don't know can hurt you. You have questions about private student loans and we have answers. Get in the know!

Read: Credit Cards and Mall Madness!

As Little Miss Platinum I enjoy taking my plastic to the mall just as much as all of you do.  All of us twenty-something girls probably first discovered our love for the mall and shopping while playing Mall Madness at slumber parties and we definitely learned some lessons from it.

Private Student Loan Benefits

Private student loans are a great way to help cover the cost of higher education, and it's easy to see why when you look at some of the benefits they offer their borrowers.

Private Student Loan Overview

Ever wonder what makes a private student loan different from a federal student loan?  Educate yourself with a quick private student loan overview.

Take the Private Student Loan Challenge

How much do you know about Private Student Loans? Take a 3 question quiz and put your knowledge to the test. Go 3 for 3 and earn some points!

November Financial Aid Newsletter

Read this months Financial Aid Newsletter for student loan updates, financial aid help, and a point code worth 10 scholarship entries!

Read, "Private Student Loans Hold No Restrictions"

Private student loans provide you with more freedom and flexibility than federal student loans, and with no restrictions you can get the money you need for school.

Take a PrivateStudentLoans.com web site survey for 25 points!

This short survey is to help us improve www.PrivateStudentLoans.com as a more effective web site for you to learn about your private lending options. Before completing this survey, please visit www.PrivateStudentLoans.com and explore the site, paying attention to the process for getting more information about private student loans. For Scholarship Points members, you will receive 25 points for completing this survey.

Leave your thoughts on this blog post!

Why do most financial literacy efforts fail? Please leave your comments on this blog post for 10 points. Code expires December 3, 2009.

Read, "Online Education, Same as Traditional Learning?"

Online and traditional education are joined at the hip.  In fact, you may be surprised just how much they both have in common.

Read, "My Hundred Dollar Pack of Gum"

Learn what can happen to you if you don't keep tabs on your finances.

Take a student loan survey!

Has your school changed to the Direct Loan program? Take this survey for 25 points and tell us about your experiences!

Read, "Budgeting In Grad School"

Having a budget and a game plan can make your life a lot easier. Check out some tips that are sure to keep you on the right track.

Choose Your First Credit Card Wisely

Having a credit card in college can be extremely helpful and help you build your credit for the future. However, there is a right way and a wrong way to get your first card.

Why Students Shouldn't be Scared of Credit Cards

Many college students are scared to take on the responsibility of a credit card. However, credit cards are an important financial tool that all adults, including college students, should take advantage of as they work toward building a solid credit foundation.

Read, "Private Student Loans, Good for All Seasons

Private student loans are a great way to pay for books, supplies, housing, transportation, and more. But perhaps the best part is that you can secure a loan year round.

Read, "Avoid Credit Card Theft"

Keeping your personal credit card information safe and secure is of paramount importance. Learn valuable protection tips that every student should know.

StudentPlatinum Credit Update

StudentPlatinum.com recently sent out a newsletter to students which provided important credit resources.  Missed it?  No problem, here it is.  Theres 25 points in it for you as well.

Read, "What would you do with a $50,000 scholarship?"

We know that finding the money for college can be difficult. Winning Surveys would like to make life easier by bringing you our $50,000 scholarship sweepstakes!

Read, "Increase Your Credit Score While in School

With very little work you can transform your credit score and be on the fast track to financial independence.

Read, "Average Student Age on the Rise"

The classroom is comprised of students of varying ages these days. From grandsons to grandmothers get used to a diversified lecture group - it is here to stay.

Read, Today's Hybrid Students Blend Tradition with Technology

The lines have clearly been drawn between those who champion traditional learning and those who believe online education is the only way to go.  But the truth may lie somewhere in the middle as many students are discovering.

Read, "5 Reasons Traditional Learning is Outdated"

Traditional learning is going by way of the dinosaur while clicking your way to a degree is now the in vogue thing to do. Once you go online, you'll never go back.

Read, "Private Student Loan Benefits Take Center Stage"

While the interest rate and loan amount are what most people focus on, it's the benefits that often times make or break you. Find out which benefits are most prevalent today.

Follow @winscholarships on twitter

Follow us on Twitter and we'll give you 25 Scholarship Points. Continue following @winscholarships for weekly bonus codes and point earning opportunities that we're sending out to Twitter followers only!

About Twitter:

Twitter is a unique approach to communication and networking based on the simple concept of status. What are you doing? What are your friends doing—right now? With Twitter, you may answer this question over SMS or the Web and the responses are shared between contacts.

Read and comment about a Credit Card class at your school

Do you feel you know enough about credit cards? Do you wish you knew more? 10-points for your thoughts!

Read, "Online Education, A Cheaters Paradise?"

Countless students have admitted to cheating in a traditional classroom, so it really shouldn't surprise you to learn that many are dishonest in their online classroom as well. But who is really getting cheated in the end?

School Survey, earn points and cash

Complete a short survey with general questions about your high school or college. When completed, you'll receive 25 Scholarship Points and they will pay you $5 cash. If you choose, you can earn additional cash completing other surveys.

Read, "Would You Rather Have a Higher FICO or SAT Score?"

Your FICO score is more important than ever these days. Read what you can do to protect yourself and preserve your valuable score.

Learn about Student Banking

There are a number of things students should think about before selecting a bank. The most important question you should ask yourself is if it is convenient for you. You will want a bank that is easy to make deposits and withdrawls between classes, especially in the case of an emergency.

The Importance of Your Credit Score

I’m sure you have heard about your credit score before.  If your like me, this probably is not playing a very important part of your college life. Read this blog post to find out why it should be, and to find out your score for yourself!  15 points are in it for you!

Read, "Online Classes Fuse Comfort with Price"

We debunk the myth that online education is unaffordable by comparing tuition costs. The numbers don't lie.

Keep your profile up to date!

Update your Scholarship Points profile and make sure all the information is current! To better figure out what topics, subjects, and interests you have, we just added college major to your profile, so go in, check & adjust your profile, and get 25 more points!

Read, "5 surefire ways to anger your professor"

School is hard enough without being on your professor's bad side. Avoid the five most common pitfalls students make

Read, "5 Reasons NOT to choose a major"

Decisions, decisions, decisions - life is full of them.  But one decision you should put off is selecting a major.  It may just save you time and money.

Read, "Online Education, Catch Phrase"

Do you have a better online education catch phrase than our resident expert?  Leave a message and flex your creative muscle!

Read, "Five Ways College Has Changed"

In the wake of the economic shakedown student attendance has soared at colleges across America. As a result the face of the college campus has changed dramatically. Checkout the five major changes colleges have undergone over the past few years to keep pace with the changing times.

Read, "Discover's Prepaid Card, Teens & Parents Approve"

Finding a topic both teens and parents agree on is certainly challenging, but we managed to find one, Discover's Prepaid Card. The flexibility, freedom, and control this card offers places it ahead of the prepaid pack. Learn more.

Read, "Why I Converted to an ING Checking Account"

ING's online checking account offers a plethora of cool benefits designed to save you both time and money. What you don't know really CAN hurt you. Educate yourself by reading Why I Converted to an ING Checking Account, which covers the top 5 benefits ING checking account holders enjoy.

Read, "Free Debt Consultation"

Stressed over debt? Don't know where to turn? Read about how you can reduce your monthly payment and get back on track.

Read, "Top 5 Reasons Online Classes Rock"

Online classes have exploded in popularity over the past few years, and it's easy to understand why.  There are many benefits students enjoy from being part of a virtual class.  Read the top 5 and leave a comment.

Final exams got you down? Read on to see if your study habits make the grade

We know ScholarshipPoints members are the cream of the crop when it comes to student IQ. But finals can get even the best of us. Check out the college admissions blog at HowToGetIn.com and see if your finals prep plan is up to speed!

Learn About Prepaid Credit Cards

In a credit based society it is very important to build a positive credit score in order to take out loans for college, a new car, and your own home.  The best time to build credit is in college, and the best way to build credit is with a credit card.  Unfortunately, a lot of students are denied credit cards due to lack of credit, or poor credit scores from a few early mistakes.  For these students, and others afraid of accumulating debt with a traditional card, prepaid is the way to go.

Read Step by step affiliate marketing setup for Amazon.com

Read and leave a comment on Step by step affiliate marketing setup for Amazon.com on the Financial Aid Podcast blog.

Read About StudentPlatinum Scholarships

StudentPlatinum is sponsoring $25,000 in scholarships on ScholarshipPoints in 2009. Check out their scholarships page for more details, and for this month's point code! You should also make sure you check around their site for great credit education, debt help, and hidden point codes!

Two Ways to Get out of Debt

A lot of students find themselves in debt early into college. Here is a small list of services that you may find useful to get yourself out of the hole, and get your finances back in order.

GameFly - Online Video Game Rentals

GameFly is the leading online video game rental service in the United States. They deliver the widest selection and availability of games for all the major consoles (Xbox 360, PS3, etc). View this offer for 5 Scholarship Points.

Read "The Truth About Life After College"

Life after college is a lot tougher then some students think. No longer can you rely on Mommy and Daddy to pay your bills.. Our friend at StudentPlatinum learned the hard way.  Read his story for 10 points!

Get Foxed and Get 15

Do you use Firefox for your browser? If you do you'll see a special code on the page this activity links to. If you don't have Firefox, go to the page anyway and use the link there to get your free Firefox.  After you install it you'll be able to see your code! 

 

Why Every Student Needs to Know About Online Education

Can you save money earning some credits online or even graduate early? Online education is growing in popularity - find out if it's something you should consider.

Winning the Free Credit Report Game (why you want to)

Are free credit report offers all up in your grill all the time like they are mine? Well read this blog to find out what the game is, how to beat it and why you care. Go get it tiger!

Who Cares About APR?

Many students worry about APR on credit cards without really knowing what it is, how its calculated or why a responsible student shouldn't care. Read this spicy blog entry and have your head filled with knowledge.

Why Smart Students Have Credit Cards

Find out why people get so worked up about students getting credit cards and why it could be a good idea anyway. Love it or hate it, this one is destined to get some comments. 

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