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State Grants for Florida Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023
Florida has quite a few grants, programs, and scholarships to help students afford college in the state! We’ve listed a few of these below! Florida College Grants 1. Bright Futures Scholarship The most well-known scholarship program in Florida is the Bright Futures Scholarship which can cover up to 100% of tuition cost and is renewable …
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State Grants for Delaware Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023
Delaware has quite a few college grants and scholarships available to its students and updates its page regularly to keep individuals abreast of any new or removed awards. Keep reading to learn more about these awards, how you can apply, and further information about financial aid in the state. Delaware College Grants 1. Bradford Barnes …
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Ballooning Tuition Fees: How To Meet The Steep Cost Of College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
For many students across America, the steep cost of tuition is the biggest deterrent to attending college. With tuition fees increasing every year and no corresponding increase in income, the cost of college becomes even more unaffordable every consecutive year. Most students are forced to take on thousands of dollars in student loans to cover …
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State Grants for Connecticut Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023
Connecticut has two different, but similar, programs to help students afford college, in addition to offering loans and veterans benefits. Here’s what you need to know about them and how you can find additional information in the state. Connecticut College Grants 1. Roberta B. Willis Need-Merit Scholarship Program  For students who are graduating high school …
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State Grants for Colorado Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023
Colorado has a few different state grants, scholarships, and financial aid programs that can help students make college more affordable, including the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI). Find them listed below. Colorado College Grants 1. Matching Student Scholarship Grants COSI was introduced in 2015 with the idea of helping Colorado students with the cost of …
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State Grants for Arkansas Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 28, 2023
The state of Arkansas has several grants available to college students! If you’re planning on studying in Arkansas, these are definitely awards you should check out! Arkansas College Grants Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship The Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship awards different amounts depending on the students’ year in college, varying from $1,000 for first years to …
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State Grants for Arizona Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 28, 2023
The State of Arizona currently has two financial aid programs available to residents and students. Here’s what you need to know about each and how you can apply for college grants. Arizona College Grants Arizona Teacher Student Loan Program The Arizona Teacher Student Loan Program is a forgivable loan for students who are interested in …
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State Grants for Alaska Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 28, 2023
Are you planning to attend college in Alaska? There are only two grant and scholarship programs in the state, but here’s what you need to know about financial aid and state grants in Alaska. Alaska College Grants Alaska Education Grant The Alaska Education Grant (AEG) is need-based and awards between $500 and $4,000 per academic …
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State Grants for Alabama Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 28, 2023
  Are you planning on going to school in Alabama? This state has plenty of grant and scholarship programs for college! Here are a few you need to note, plus the information you need to apply to them. Alabama College Grants Alabama GI Dependents’ Educational Benefit Program The Alabama GI Dependents’ Educational Benefit Program is …
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Top Companies That Offer Tuition Reimbursement

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
Tuition reimbursement is one of those little-known perks that many companies offer their employees. Companies that offer tuition reimbursement generally agree to pay eligible employees a set amount or a percentage of their college costs. This is great news for students who are struggling to get out from under their student loan debt. There’s no …