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Financial Aid is money that is given, earned, or lent to help students pay for their education. Most financial aid awards are based on financial need. The greater the need, the more financial aid a family is likely to receive depending on the institution.
There are four categories of Financial Aid
There are four categories of Financial Aid
Grants
money given, usually because of financial need
Scholarships
money awarded for exceptional academic achievement or outstanding talent
Loans
borrowed money that must be repaid
Work-Study
money earned by working at a part time job
Financial Aid Resources
Financial Aid Resources
PA State grants are available to eligible Pennsylvania residents who need help paying for undergraduate study at PHEAA-approved post secondary schools.
The FAFSA is the MOST IMPORTANT APPLICATION to complete for almost all types of financial aid. FAFSA is available on October 1 for the upcoming award year.
A school aid offer (sometimes called an award letter) tells you what financial aid you can receive at a particular college or career school. If you’ve applied to several schools, be sure to compare aid offers to see which school will be the most affordable.
Scholarship Resources
Scholarship Resources
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