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Knowledge for College

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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!

 

HOW TO ENTER TO WIN

Hey there! Are you in need of some extra cash to help cover your 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!

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.” to “and answer three multiple-choice 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!

Looking for more ways to help pay for college?

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

Meet Some of Our Winners

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Meagan M. | Winner | July 2022
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Abigail W. | Winner | March 2022
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Catherine S. | Winner | July 2022
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Tyler S. | Winner | April 2023
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Christian A. | 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.

CHECK OUT OUR RECENT WINNERS
Congratulations to our Knowledge For College Scholarship Winners!

They each received a $2,000 scholarship to help pay for college expenses.

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JANUARY 2024

Colin V. | North Smithfield, RI

Meghan F. | Cranston, RI

Katherine C. | Pawtucket, RI

Chelsea G. | Bristol, RI

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DECEMBER 2023

Grace K. | Cumberland, RI

Isabella A. | Lincoln, RI

Sydney A. | Westerly, RI

Michael F. | Warwick, RI

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NOVEMBER 2023

Marissa N. | Cranston, RI

David M. | Newport, RI

Nicole R. | Bristol, RI

Alexander P. | Smithfield, RI

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OCTOBER 2023

Angalie J. | West Warwick, RI

Owen C. | Jamestown, RI

Braden L. | Barrington

Katherine S. | Providence, RI

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SEPTEMBER 2023

Nicholas T. | Lincoln, RI

Tyler F. | Glendale, RI

Macenzie. | Johnston, RI

Emanuel G. | Providence, RI

 

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AUGUST 2023

Macy B. | Barrington, RI

Thomas F. | Portsmouth, RI

Madison S. | East Greenwich, RI

Penelope P. | Cranston, RI

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JULY 2023

Molly R.| Cumberland, RI

Jackson H. | Charlestown, RI

Nora P. | Warren, RI

Lindsay F. | Coventry, RI

 

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JUNE 2023

Maria B., | East Greenwich, RI

Connor V. | Tiverton, RI

Serena T. | Lincoln, RI

Casey C. | Saunderstown, RI

 

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MAY 2023

Lenyandra L. | Providence, RI

Jessica H. | Cranston, RI

Mackenzie B. | Coventry, RI

Jenna S. | Tiverton, RI

Katharine T. | Providence, RI

Summer F. | Newport, RI

 

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APRIL 2023

Abigail P. | Tiverton, RI

Emilee P. | Woonsocket, RI

Tyler S. | North Providence, RI

Taelyce D. | East Providence, RI

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MARCH 2023

Aidan M. | Warwick, RI

Bryce H. | Narragansett, RI

Melea L. | Lincoln, RI

Dominique S. | Pawtucket, RI

 

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FEBRUARY 2023

Talia C. | Bristol, RI

Hawawou B.. | Pawtucket, RI

Dylan P. | Cumberland, RI

Kelsey G. | Westerly, RI

 

 

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KNOWLEDGE FOR COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FAQ

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

Who is eligible?

Student is a 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 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.

How is the scholarship winner chosen?

Each month, registrations are limited to one per person, with the four winners chosen using a random number generator.  The bonus winners are similarly selected, with the registrations limited to registrants who entered each month from September through May.

How are winners be notified?

 All winners are notified via email.

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.