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How to Answer FAFSA Questions: Your 2022-2023 Guide

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 26, 2025
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid—or FAFSA—is a form that determines a student’s financial need level, and opens the opportunity for scholarships, grants, work-study programs, and student loans. Though not strictly mandatory, the FAFSA is still a MUST for students in terms of paying for college. And, you need to know how to answer …
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State Grants for Kentucky Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 26, 2025
Kentucky has several college grants available to its students, many of which are funded by the state’s lottery. Keep reading to find some information about available scholarships, grants, and financial aid programs in the state, as well as links to find further details about these awards and others. Kentucky College Grants 1. Kentucky Educational Excellence …
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State Grants for Louisiana Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 3, 2025
Louisiana has several scholarships, grants, and awards available to its students, including the TOPS. Here’s what you need to know about this program, as well as others, plus additional details on where you can find further information in the state. Louisiana College Grants 1. TOPS The Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) is a large …
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Companies That Help Pay Student Loans

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023
As your college graduation draws near, you may wonder, how will I pay off these student loans? There’s no doubt that college is expensive and while scholarships and grant aid can help, many students are required to take out loans to bridge the gap. Thankfully, you may not be alone in paying it back. Some …
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State Grants for Indiana Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 12, 2025
Indiana has quite a few scholarships, grants, and financial aid programs for its students! We’ll give you the rundown on a few down below plus some additional information and resources that can make college more affordable for Indiana students. Indiana College Grants 1. 21st Century Scholarship The 21st Century Scholars program is an early college …
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State Grants for Illinois Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023
The state of Illinois has several grants available to students within the state. We’ll cover some of them below and supply further resources so you can get more information on financial aid available to Illinois students. Illinois College Grants 1. Monetary Award Program (MAP)  MAP is available to Illinois students who have demonstrated financial need …
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State Grants for Idaho Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 24, 2025
The state of Idaho offers a number of grants, scholarships, and programs that can help make college more affordable. Here are some details and resources to help you get started! Idaho College Grants 1. Idaho Opportunity Scholarship The Idaho Opportunity Scholarship awards up to $3,500 each academic year and it is renewable (for up to …
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State Grants for Hawaii Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023
Hawaii does not have a Department of Higher Education, but they still have grants available to college students! Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning on attending college in the island state, and how you can find further information. Hawaii College Grants 1. UH Opportunity Grant For students who are attending the University …

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