专业技术学院的 scholarships 和 financial aid 如何获得?

Scholarships

• Internal Scholarships:

  • Many colleges offer scholarships to students based on their academic merit, financial need, or a combination of both.
  • Students should check the college website for a list of available scholarships.
  • Some scholarships require students to complete a scholarship application, while others are awarded automatically based on their application.

• External Scholarships:

  • There are many external scholarships available to students, including those offered by:
    • National scholarships: The College Board, National Merit Scholarship Foundation, and others offer scholarships to students based on their academic achievement, test scores, and other factors.
    • Local scholarships: Many local organizations and businesses offer scholarships to students.
    • International scholarships: There are scholarships available to students from all over the world.

• Need-Based Aid:

  • Need-based aid is awarded to students who demonstrate financial need.
  • Students can apply for need-based aid through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
  • Some colleges and universities also offer need-based aid through their own scholarship programs.

Financial Aid

• Grants:

  • Grants are awarded to students who demonstrate financial need and have little or no debt.
  • Grants are typically awarded by federal agencies, colleges, and universities.

• Loans:

  • Loans are available to students who have demonstrated financial need and have completed a FAFSA.
  • There are different types of loans available, including federal loans, private loans, and work-study loans.

• Work-Study:

  • Work-study is a federal program that provides financial aid to students who work on campus.
  • Students can work up to 20 hours per week during the academic year.

How to Get Started

• Complete the FAFSA:

  • The FAFSA is a free online form that students need to complete to apply for federal financial aid.
  • The FAFSA is typically available in the fall.

• Complete the CSS:

  • The CSS is a free online form that students need to complete to apply for need-based aid.

• Research scholarships and grants:

  • Students can research scholarships and grants by visiting the websites of the College Board, National Merit Scholarship Foundation, and other scholarship providers.

• Meet eligibility requirements:

  • Students must meet certain eligibility requirements to be eligible for scholarships and grants. These requirements typically include maintaining a high GPA, taking challenging courses, and participating in extracurricular activities.