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Win a $2,000 Scholarship!

RISLA offers four lucky students a chance to win a $2,000 scholarship each month, plus two yearly bonus winners. This could be your chance to win a $2,000 scholarship for college and help towards college expenses. Take advantage of this opportunity - apply today!

All new! Parents can now enter to win for their student that plans on going to college.

Looking for some extra cash to help cover college expenses?

Well, we have some exciting news for you! You can take a financial quiz that will test your knowledge on budgeting, credit, and paying for college. This is an amazing opportunity to show off your skills and potentially earn some financial assistance for your education. Don't miss out on this fantastic chance to boost your funds and achieve your academic goals!

Who can participate?

Students and Parents of Students enrolled at a college or university in Rhode Island and Rhode Island residents who are currently enrolled or will be enrolled in the next school year at any college or university can participate in RISLA's Knowledge for College Scholarship.

Sign-Up

Create an account to enter.

Answer Three Questions

Read our Financial Literacy Tip and answer three quick questions.

Get Your Confirmation

You will receive a confirmation once your entry has been submitted.

Don't Forget

Students should enter every month for a chance to win a $2,000 scholarship!

Search for more ways to pay for college.

Find your match or two among hundreds of free local scholarships in our free online search tool at rischolarships.org.

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Meet Some of our Winners

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Meagan | Winner | July 2022
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Abigail | Winner | March 2022
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Catherine | Winner | July 2022
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Tyler | Winner | April 2023
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Christian | Winner | October 2022
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BONUS DRAWING

Entering consecutively every month, September through May, qualifies participants who have not previously won during the same school year for a bonus drawing held on/after June 1st.

Two eligible bonus drawing winners will each receive a $2,000 scholarship.

Knowledge for College Winners

Congratulations to our winners that each received a $2,000 scholarship to help pay for college expenses.

OCTOBER 2024
OCTOBER 2024

Samuel G. | North Providence, RI

Colin B. | Providence, RI

Kevin W. | Warwick, RI

Evan F. | East Greenwich, RI

SEPTEMBER 2024
SEPTEMBER 2024

Hunter A. | Coventry, RI

Claudia C. | Cranston, RI

Ashley G. | Greenville, RI

Bladimir E. | Providence, RI

AUGUST 2024
AUGUST 2024

Tyler R. | Harrisville, RI

Camryn O. | Charlestown, RI

Heather S. | North Kingstown, RI

Vianne M. | Warwick, RI

JULY 2024
JULY 2024

Sophia R., Central Falls, RI

Soraya F., Barrington, RI

Emily M., Bristol, RI

Alexandra G., Providence, RI

JUNE 2024
JUNE 2024

Michaela T. | Greenville, RI

Danielle C. | Coventry, RI

Jacob L. | Cumberland, RI

Justin L. | Lincoln, RI

MAY 2024
MAY 2024

Lucy P. | Providence, RI

Emma S. | Warwick, RI

Lorena C. | Lincoln, RI

Makena P. | Riverside, RI

Jeremy K. | Barrington, RI

Sara C. | Cumberland, RI

APRIL 2024
APRIL 2024

Elizabeth B. | Lincoln, RI

Aaliyah L. | Providence, RI

Ty M. | Cranston, RI

Nicole D. | North Smithfield, RI

MARCH 2024
MARCH 2024

Jacob M. | Coventry, RI

Caroline F. | West Greenwich, RI

Ryder T. | Chepatchet, RI

Molly D. | Wakefield, RI

 

FEBRUARY 2024
FEBRUARY 2024

Curtis E. | Worcester, MA

Jullian L. | Lincoln, RI

Daniel O. | Richmond, RI

Rhianna-Marie L. | Tiverton RI

JANUARY 2024
JANUARY 2024

Colin V. | North Smithfield, RI

Meghan F. | Cranston, RI

Katherine C. | Pawtucket, RI

Chelsea G. | Bristol, RI

DECEMBER 2023
DECEMBER 2023

Grace K. | Cumberland, RI

Isabella A. | Lincoln, RI

Sydney A. | Westerly, RI

Michael F. | Warwick, RI

NOVEMBER 2023
NOVEMBER 2023

Marissa N. | Cranston, RI

David M. | Newport, RI

Nicole R. | Bristol, RI

Alexander P. | Smithfield, RI

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GETTING READY FOR COLLEGE?

Sign up now! We'll provide you with all the information you need to make informed decisions about preparing, planning, and paying for college.

 

Knowledge for College Scholarship FAQ

Still have questions? Here are some of our most-asked questions about Knowledge for College scholarships.

 

Who is eligible?

Students and parents of students that are Rhode Island resident or student from any state attending a college or university in Rhode Island and is accepted for and provides validation of enrollment at a nationally accredited university or postsecondary proprietary school when the scholarship is awarded.

How often can students enter?

Students and parents of students are encouraged to enter once monthly, increasing their chances to win in the future, but may only win once per academic year.

RISLA employees and their family members are not eligible for the scholarship.

What are the quiz requirements?

Students must register and submit answers to three financial literacy questions.

The $2,000 Knowledge for College Scholarship

To be eligible for the $2,000 Knowledge for College Scholarship, one must meet one (1) of the two (2) following eligibility requirements at the time of entry and must register and submit answers to three financial literacy questions. Winners must also provide proof of enrollment once available.

1. The student is enrolled or intends to enroll in any accredited college or university in the upcoming school year and is a Rhode Island resident.

Or

2. The student is enrolled in an accredited college or university in Rhode Island.

Please Note that you must both register and answer the financial literacy questions in the same month to qualify for that month’s drawing.