Financial Aid & Scholarship Resources
Steps in post-high school planning usually include a financial component. There are many ways that students can get financial help for paying for post-high school programs.
To be eligible for this assistance, students and families should look through the resources provided on this page to see what is available and different ways to apply.
The financial aid available is finite and if you are delayed in applying for too long you may not be able to redeem any of the scholarship award money you are entitled to.
Financial Aid Explained
There are many different types of aid that might be offered to a student.
Grants – Free money that doesn’t need to be repaid, usually based on financial need (e.g., Pell Grant in the U.S.).
Scholarships – Merit-based or need-based awards that don’t require repayment, offered by schools, private organizations, or government programs.
Work-Study – A program that provides part-time jobs for students with financial need to help cover education costs.
Loans – Borrowed money that must be repaid with interest. These can be federal loans (often with lower interest rates and more repayment options) or private loans (from banks or other lenders, usually with higher interest rates).
Tuition Waivers – Some schools waive tuition costs for certain students, such as those with exceptional financial need or university employees’ dependents.
Military & Government Benefits – Aid for service members, veterans, or their families (e.g., GI Bill, ROTC scholarships).
