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’Twas the Night Before… the Next Chapter Began
’Twas the night before deadlines, and all through the house,
There were laptops still glowing and one worried spouse.
The FAFSA was finished (or mostly, they thought),
With passwords reset and strong coffee re-bought.
The students lay dreaming of futures unknown,
Of campuses bustling and lives of their own.
While parents did math that just wouldn’t behave,
Whispering prayers over budgets they’d save.
There were essays and portals and checklists galore,
And one more reminder… then maybe one more.
Acceptances waiting, some yeses, some “maybe,”
A few plot twists thrown in to keep things interesting, baby.
Then hope tiptoed in—not flashy or loud,
But steady and calm in a very real crowd.
It came with a reminder both gentle and true:
There’s more than one path—and more money, too.
Because college isn’t a race or a test,
It’s finding the place where your student fits best.
It’s learning, and growing, and choosing what’s right,
Not chasing a name—chasing purpose and light.
So breathe in this moment. You’re doing okay.
Progress is happening—even this way.
A beautiful chapter is waiting ahead,
And it’s written with courage, not fear, not dread.
2025: A Year That Changed the Conversation
This year reshaped how families think about higher education—and for the better.
In 2025, we saw:
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Students asking smarter questions about value, purpose, and outcomes
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Parents becoming strategic, not reactive, about paying for college
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Scholarships moving from “nice bonus” to smart planning tool
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More flexible paths—gap years, transfers, certifications, and internships gaining real respect
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Access and equity taking center stage, especially for first-generation and underserved students
At Imagine Scholarships, we watched students apply for opportunities they once believed were out of reach.
We saw parents exhale—sometimes for the first time in months.
We partnered with educators who guide with heart, clarity, and grit.
Most importantly, we saw students realize:
“I have options—and I’m allowed to choose the one that’s right for me.”
Looking Ahead to 2026: Hope, With a Plan
As we turn the page to 2026, one thing is clear:
The future of higher education is more flexible, more human, and more hopeful than ever.
We believe:
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Scholarships will continue to grow—because people want to invest in students
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Families will keep asking better questions about return on investment
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Students will choose fit over frenzy and confidence over comparison
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The conversation will shift from “Where did you get in?” to “Where will you thrive?”
College is no longer a single road with one right exit.
It’s a map—with options, reroutes, and unexpected blessings along the way.
And that’s exactly where Imagine Scholarships comes in.
The Next Chapter Starts Here
Whether you’re:
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A student waiting on decisions
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A parent staring at tuition numbers with raised eyebrows
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An educator guiding dozens of students at once
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Or someone quietly wondering, “Are we doing this right?”
Here’s what we want you to know as this year closes:
✨ You are not behind
✨ You are not alone
✨ There is more money for college than most families realize
✨ There is more than one “right” path—and many beautiful outcomes
Every student has a next chapter.
Not generic. Not copy-and-paste.
A chapter written with intention, opportunity, and hope.
Imagine Scholarships exists to help you find it, fund it, and feel confident about it.
A Final Word (and a Well-Earned Deep Breath)
As this year comes to a close, we hope you take a moment to:
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Celebrate progress—even if it came with a few detours
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Trust the process—even if it didn’t look like the original plan
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Believe in what’s ahead—even if the page is still turning
Because the best chapters often begin right where uncertainty ends.
From all of us at Imagine Scholarships—
Here’s to clarity, courage, scholarships found, stress reduced,
and a hopeful, empowered 2026.
✨ There is a beautiful next chapter for every student.
Imagine Scholarships helps you find it. ✨