Oliver Prescott

You’re the First — But You’re Not Alone Being the first in your family to attend university is a big deal — and an even bigger challenge. You’re stepping into a world of application forms, financial jargon, and academic expectations with no family blueprint to follow. It’s courageous, it’s transformative — and it’s often overwhelming Read More

A Setback Doesn’t Mean the End So, you received a rejection letter for a scholarship you truly hoped for. That sting of disappointment is real, especially after pouring your time, effort, and heart into your application. But here’s the truth: a rejection isn’t always final. In many cases, there is a scholarship rejection appeal process Read More

The Interview Isn’t Over When You Log Off or Walk Out You’ve just finished your scholarship interview — heart racing, mind buzzing. You answered the questions, made eye contact, and smiled at the right moments. But now comes the part many applicants overlook: the follow-up. It’s tempting to sit back and wait for a response Read More

From Service to Scholarship — Your Next Mission Starts Here Transitioning from military life to higher education is a bold and empowering step. Whether you’re a veteran looking to upskill for civilian employment, a current service member planning for the future, or a family member supporting someone in uniform, education can open doors to opportunity, Read More

Why You Need a Scholarship Application Calendar If you’ve ever missed a deadline by just one day, you know the sting it leaves behind. In the world of scholarships, where the stakes are high and the competition fierce, even the most brilliant students can fall short simply due to poor planning. That’s where scholarship planning Read More

Not All That Glitters Is Gold The moment you start googling scholarships, the internet bombards you with promises: “Win £10,000 just by applying!” or “No essay, no GPA, no problem!” Sounds dreamy, right? But here’s the catch — some of these offers are too good to be true. As tuition fees and the cost of Read More

Winning Is Just the Beginning You’ve done it — the scholarship acceptance letter has arrived, and the financial pressure feels lighter already. But hold on. While winning a scholarship is a cause for celebration, keeping it is a journey of its own. Many scholarships come with strings attached — often tied to your academic performance, Read More