Going Merry is shutting down. Here's what you need to know

Going Merry will officially shut down at the end of March. Here’s what this means for you:

• If you have scholarship applications in progress, please complete and submit them by March 5, 2026.

• After March 5, no new applications or edits will be accepted via the Going Merry platform. Please contact the scholarship administrator directly for more information about new, pending, or submitted applications, as well as winners.

Your data and personal information remain secure. We are handling all records responsibly as part of this transition. 

We know this may be disappointing news. It has been our sincerest privilege to help millions of families find ways to pay for college. Thank you for being part of the Going Merry community.

Frequently asked questions

Q: I’m a registered Going Merry user (student, parent, counselor, or provider). What happens to my personal data?

A: Your data will be securely handled by Earnest, our parent company, and will not be sold or shared with any third party.

Q: I want to delete my data from your database. How do I request that?

A: If you’d like to delete your account and all data associated with it before 3/5/26, please email us at [email protected] you’d like to ensure your data is deleted on or after 3/6/26, please email [email protected].

Q: What happens to the scholarships I already applied for? Will my current applications still be reviewed?

A: Yes! Your scholarships will still be considered. The sponsor of your scholarship will be able to access your application data to evaluate it and select a winner.

Q: When is the last day that I will be able to log in to my account?

A: You will be able to log in to your account until 3/5/26. The site will no longer be accessible as of 3/6/26.

Q: How will I know if I won after the site shuts down?

A: Your scholarship provider will reach out to you directly if you’ve won. You will coordinate payment with them, as usual.

Q: What happens to incomplete scholarship applications?

A: Incomplete scholarship applications will be deleted and will not be considered – get those final apps in if you can, or reach out to the scholarship provider directly for a new application.

Q: I need a tax document for my scholarship award from a Going Merry-sponsored scholarship. Where can I find that?

A: All tax statements are issued by Navient. You will receive that in the mail with the address you provided in your W-9.

Q: I won a scholarship, but I haven’t received my funds. Who do I contact?

A: It may take up to four weeks for funds to be distributed and arrive in the mail. If you are still awaiting your check, email us at [email protected]

Q: Who can I contact with other questions?

A: We’re happy to help you! Please email us at [email protected]