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Although college can be an expensive investment, there are a number of ways a student can seek the assistance needed to pay for college. Financial Aid can come by way of scholarship, work study, or by way of loan. Scholarships are grants that are awarded to students, based upon merit or financial need, and require no repayment. These scholarships are awarded to students who apply and meet the requirements set by the awarding institution. Students can seek scholarships from private organizations as well as through the universities they plan to attend. The second form of financial assistance comes in the form of loans. Loans can be issued through a bank, through the national government, and/or by the universities themselves. Although loans are often easier to acquire, they require eventual repayment.
 Lastly, many universities may offer work study, which typically take the form of part-time campus employment, as part of a student's financial package. In order to apply for financial assistance, a student must complete the FAFSA form. Students can also access the financial aid opportunities of universities via the internet or contacting the university directly. In addition, students need to research individual scholarship opportunities, to determine the criteria and requirements involved.
We have included a number of tools and helpful links to assist you in this task.
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