Testimonials about the book, Scholarships 101

“A student-friendly, straightforward guide to a topic that too often seems confusing and stressful.” - Arlene Matthews, author Getting in Without Freaking Out
“I am thrilled that Kimberly Stezala has offered her experience - and passion! - to help students gain access to higher education through scholarships. Scholarships 101: The Real World-Guide to Getting Cash for College, is a much needed comprehensive resource to help students, and parents, navigate their way through the challenges of finding appropriate scholarships and then successfully applying for them. Thank you for creating this invaluable, interactive tool!” - Amy Weinstein, Executive Director of National Scholarship Providers Association.
“Scholarships 101 is a must read for any college-bound high school student. Kim’s book is a conversation that keeps students engaged and excited about winning scholarships for college. Not only that, but it is actually pleasant to read, where so many books of this genre can be dry and tedious. This book doesn’t just offer information, it offers support and encouragement.” - Dan Walowski and Kevin Ladd, Scholarships.com
“I am thrilled that Kimberly Stezala has offered her experience - and passion! - to help students gain access to higher education through scholarships. Scholarships 101: The Real World-Guide to Getting Cash for College, is a much needed comprehensive resource to help students, and parents, navigate their way through the challenges of finding appropriate scholarships and then successfully applying for them. Thank you for creating this invaluable, interactive tool!” - Amy Weinstein, Executive Director of National Scholarship Providers Association.
“Scholarships 101 is a must read for any college-bound high school student. Kim’s book is a conversation that keeps students engaged and excited about winning scholarships for college. Not only that, but it is actually pleasant to read, where so many books of this genre can be dry and tedious. This book doesn’t just offer information, it offers support and encouragement.” - Dan Walowski and Kevin Ladd, Scholarships.com
Testimonials about The Scholarship Lady
Kimberly Schubring, Family & Youth Program Director, Bay View Community Center, Milwaukee, WI: “The Scholarship Lady’s Boot Camps and workshops have provided real life, real time suggestions to help teens achieve their college dreams. Teens and parents have thanked our Center for bringing Ms. Stezala in, saying that her boot camps gave them positive goals to work towards and made them feel that college could happen for their family. Personally, it has been a pleasure working with Ms. Stezala. She is professional and kindhearted and truly passionate about helping kids realize their college dreams. She’s a ceaseless body of information and energy and a person you can really talk to. We can’t wait to have her back again!”
Stephanie King, Director of Upward Bound, Beloit College: "Kim Stezala's training truly advanced my understanding of scholarship culture and how to best assist my students in navigating this ever-changing process for finding funds to attend college. Having someone who specializes in such a unique area, always full of the latest information on scholarship trends/data is very reassuring. She is accessible, flexible, knowledgeable and truly passionate about her work. Thank you for staying the course and being committed to something that can ripple out to help so many."
Denise Reistadt, parent of a high school senior: “Trying to find all of the scholarship opportunities that existed for my son on my own would have been a second full-time job! With her network of resources, Kim helped us identify specific scholarships for his intended major. She made the search so logical and much easier than if we’d searched without her guidance. My son was awarded a substantial scholarship as a result of our contact with her and I know her knowledge will be helpful when our daughter begins her scholarship search next year!”
Ann Coles,Pathways to College Network and TERI (The Education Resources Institute): “Kim Stezala knows the world of scholarships from all angles. With her expert help, thousands of students and families have found the money they need for college. She also has worked closely with scholarship providers to reach talented students who, because their parents never went to college, have no idea what’s out there and how they can qualify.”
Tanya Crabb, former Outreach Counselor at California State University, Fresno: “Kim Stezala is the quintessential “scholarship lady.” She has been providing workshops on higher education opportunities for several years. Besides being an excellent resource for scholarship information, Kim also gives families information in a way that makes finding a scholarship seem less daunting. I truly wish I had known a “scholarship lady” when I was applying for college.”
Claudia Lule, former Program Director-Midwest Region, Hispanic Scholarship Fund: “As an educator and first-generation college grad, I truly understand the need for this book. The college admission process can be an overwhelming, stressful and intimidating experience for both parents and students. Kim Stezala eases the anxiety with this easy to read book. This book will provide students and parents with a valuable resource as they start their college bound road.”
Ron Zeilinger, parent of a college student: “Kim Stezala was a wonderfully practical resource for my son and I when we began to make plans for him to attend a college. We found a wealth of information about scholarships through her guidance which made that phase more focused and successful. He is a sophomore this year at a local school of art, and I regard Kim’s help as invaluable.”
Stephanie King, Director of Upward Bound, Beloit College: "Kim Stezala's training truly advanced my understanding of scholarship culture and how to best assist my students in navigating this ever-changing process for finding funds to attend college. Having someone who specializes in such a unique area, always full of the latest information on scholarship trends/data is very reassuring. She is accessible, flexible, knowledgeable and truly passionate about her work. Thank you for staying the course and being committed to something that can ripple out to help so many."
Denise Reistadt, parent of a high school senior: “Trying to find all of the scholarship opportunities that existed for my son on my own would have been a second full-time job! With her network of resources, Kim helped us identify specific scholarships for his intended major. She made the search so logical and much easier than if we’d searched without her guidance. My son was awarded a substantial scholarship as a result of our contact with her and I know her knowledge will be helpful when our daughter begins her scholarship search next year!”
Ann Coles,Pathways to College Network and TERI (The Education Resources Institute): “Kim Stezala knows the world of scholarships from all angles. With her expert help, thousands of students and families have found the money they need for college. She also has worked closely with scholarship providers to reach talented students who, because their parents never went to college, have no idea what’s out there and how they can qualify.”
Tanya Crabb, former Outreach Counselor at California State University, Fresno: “Kim Stezala is the quintessential “scholarship lady.” She has been providing workshops on higher education opportunities for several years. Besides being an excellent resource for scholarship information, Kim also gives families information in a way that makes finding a scholarship seem less daunting. I truly wish I had known a “scholarship lady” when I was applying for college.”
Claudia Lule, former Program Director-Midwest Region, Hispanic Scholarship Fund: “As an educator and first-generation college grad, I truly understand the need for this book. The college admission process can be an overwhelming, stressful and intimidating experience for both parents and students. Kim Stezala eases the anxiety with this easy to read book. This book will provide students and parents with a valuable resource as they start their college bound road.”
Ron Zeilinger, parent of a college student: “Kim Stezala was a wonderfully practical resource for my son and I when we began to make plans for him to attend a college. We found a wealth of information about scholarships through her guidance which made that phase more focused and successful. He is a sophomore this year at a local school of art, and I regard Kim’s help as invaluable.”
Testimonials about Scholarship Success Workshops
“She’s excellent. I understood a lot and she opened my eyes to scholarships.”- Linda, high school student and Scholarship Success participant
“Thank you for NOT being boring. This information is going to help me get a jumpstart on my future.” -Daniella, high school student and Scholarship Success participant
Real questions that I needed answered were answered, not generic FAQs which I had answered 50 times before. Different and helpful information that was not provided by counselors or other programs.” - Nadine, high school student and Scholarship Success participant
“By far this session was more informational than any other fair I’ve attended. Nice job and thank you!” - Mr. Austin, parent and Scholarships 101 participant
“Thank you for NOT being boring. This information is going to help me get a jumpstart on my future.” -Daniella, high school student and Scholarship Success participant
Real questions that I needed answered were answered, not generic FAQs which I had answered 50 times before. Different and helpful information that was not provided by counselors or other programs.” - Nadine, high school student and Scholarship Success participant
“By far this session was more informational than any other fair I’ve attended. Nice job and thank you!” - Mr. Austin, parent and Scholarships 101 participant