Embarking on your higher education journey is a significant step, and the Earn To Learn program is designed to support you financially along the way. This guide will walk you through each stage of the application process, ensuring you understand how to earn to learn and secure valuable scholarship funds for your education.
1 | Portal Registration: Your First Step to Success
Initiate your application by registering on our portal. Simply click the Apply Today button located at the top right corner of our website. This initial registration form is quick and crucial, as it helps us determine your preliminary eligibility for the Earn to Learn program. This is your starting point to earn to learn and access educational opportunities.
2 | Online Application: Complete Your Details
Once you’ve registered, you’ll be seamlessly directed to your personalized Application Dashboard. Here, you’ll find all the necessary online forms to complete your application. As part of this step, you will need to upload digital copies of your FAFSA Student Aid Report and a valid form of identification. These documents are essential for verifying your eligibility and moving forward in your journey to earn to learn through our program.
3 | Application Review: Patience Pays Off
Submit your completed application as promptly as possible. Early submission increases your chances of securing a spot in the program. Our dedicated team will meticulously review your application within approximately 1 to 2 weeks. Students who meet the eligibility criteria will then receive detailed instructions outlining the subsequent steps in the earn to learn process.
4 | Savings Agreement & Savings Plan: Charting Your Financial Course
The next crucial step involves reviewing and signing the Savings Agreement. This document comprehensively explains the mechanics of the Earn to Learn scholarship, detailing how you earn to learn through matched savings. You will also be guided to select a banking partner from our trusted institutions and choose a savings plan that aligns with your financial capabilities and goals.
5 | Open Your Matched Savings Account (MSA): Secure Your Scholarship
After you have signed and submitted your Savings Agreement, you will receive the necessary paperwork and clear instructions to open your Matched Savings Account (MSA). Earn to Learn partners with reputable financial institutions such as Vantage West Credit Union, Hughes Federal Credit Union, Alliance of Arizona, or First Citizens Bank. Opening your MSA and making your first deposit are mandatory steps to definitively secure your Earn to Learn scholarship and actively earn to learn with financial support.
6 | Personal Finance Training: Empowering Your Financial Literacy
With your MSA successfully set up, you will receive an invitation to participate in an online personal finance training course. This valuable course, estimated to take 3 to 6 hours to complete, is designed to enhance your financial literacy. A minimum score of 80% is required to pass, but you have the opportunity to retake the post-tests if needed, ensuring you fully grasp the principles of sound financial management as you earn to learn.
7 | Welcome to the Earn to Learn Community: Your Journey Continues
Congratulations! You are now officially welcomed into the Earn to Learn community. Your ongoing participation includes working towards your annual savings goal of $500, engaging in at least two online webinars per year, and leveraging the mentorship opportunities available to you. Embrace the excitement of knowing you are on track to receive your Earn to Learn scholarship again next year, continuing to earn to learn with sustained support.
From the initial application stage all the way to your graduation, we are committed to providing unwavering support every step of your educational journey. The Earn to Learn program is here to help you succeed and truly earn to learn.
