Financial Aid
College can be expensive, but it's important to know there are many different ways to afford and/or pay for your education. Don't rule out college simply because of the cost- First, do your research in figuring out how much aid you may potentially qualify to receive and what opportunities are available to you. You may be surprised by what you actually may qualify for.
Federal, State and Institutional Financial Aid:
Federal Financial Aid - The U.S. Government maintains a budget that it uses to award federal financial aid to students. Applicants in all states, therefore, have the same access to federal aid programs. There are 3 types of federal aid available:
- Grants
- Loans
- Work-study programs
Scholarships:
A scholarship is money that does not have to be repaid. Scholarships are available from any number of sources, including colleges and universities and private organizations. Many scholarships are merit-based (awarded to students with certain qualities, such as proven academic or athletic ability.)
- GCU Scholarships
- ASU Scholarships
- NAU Scholarships
- UofA Scholarships
- West-Mec Scholarships
- EMCC Scholarships
- NROTC Scholarships
- Going Merry
- Free College Tuition
Loans:
A loan is money you borrow and must pay back with interest. If you apply for financial aid, you may be offered loans as part of your school’s financial aid offer. When you receive a student loan, you are borrowing money to attend a college or career school. You must repay the loan as well as interest that accrues.