Studentgrant

Monday, August 25, 2008

Grants—Different from Scholarships and Student Loans

Grants are distinctly different from both scholarships and student loans in that they are free gift money—so unlike student loans that must be repaid—and primarily need-based, compared to traditionally merit-based scholarships.

Grant Categories

Grants may be divided into the following searchable categories:

  • Student-specific
  • Subject-specific
  • Degree Level
  • Minority

Common sources for grant funding:

Because most grant recipients are financially impaired or otherwise disadvantaged, there are many grants specifically designed for minorities and low-income students.

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