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Scholarship Myths
There are so many different types of scholarships available these days and, of course, many scholarship myths that hinder the process. Most students have a much better chance than they think of qualifying for scholarships. MYTH #1: You should begin searching for...
How it all began
MERGE Inc. sent out the itinerary for its upcoming Road to Success College Tour this week–and it’s our biggest trip yet! On July 24, a group of high school students will begin a five-day journey to visit 10 college campuses in Florida. I always get...
Learn as an Intern for MERGE
You may have noticed an increased presence on our Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter page this past year. We have three outstanding students from Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School to thank for demonstrating who we are in words and action. I (LaDessa Mitchell) met...
Dog Days of Summer
It’s almost summer! Summer means no school, no bedtimes, and no more getting up early. Summer can last forever for some, but go by so fast for others. The important thing is making the most out of your break—some might watch Netflix from morning to night to...
Congratulations To Carolyn!
MERGE is celebrating the graduation of Carolyn Allen, the first student to receive our services! Carolyn attended Wharton High School and she met us for an individual consultation during her senior year. Our Executive Director, LaDessa Mitchell, was introduced to her...
Travel the World With Us!
As a high school senior writing for MERGE Inc., I wanted to research topics that I am interested in and that would benefit others, so I have interviewed three people who have studied abroad so that you, and myself, can get a better view of what it is like to study...
ATTENTION: Scholarship Deadline Change
The SISTUH’s scholarship and the IT PAYS scholarship (that we mentioned in a former blog post) has changed their deadlines! If you did not get a chance to apply, you are in luck! Perhaps Saint Patrick has showered you with luck a bit late! IT PAYS...
Read Up on How to Save Up
It is filled with the unknown. It requires your constant attention. It will eat your pockets. You may only find out what is inside a few times a semester. No, we aren’t describing a Harry Potter creature, but, instead, college textbooks. Sometimes students are so busy...
The Traveling Student
On your way to class, you gaze up at high rises, you pass by a white sandy beach, and turn the corner to see a marble sculpture of a man surrounded by horses. While you may not see these views on your way to class in the U.S., you could in Tokyo, Japan; Gold Coast,...
Scholarship Alert!
We’re HERE to HELP, Inc. is offering Florida students training for personal advancement and success. The focus of the program is on low-to-moderate income families that attend an accredited high education institution in Hillsborough, Pinellas, or Pasco county. ...
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