As you search for scholarships, asking the questions below will help you determine whether there is a good match between each scholarship program and your circumstances and educational goals. What is the maximum scholarship award? Awards can vary considerably, ranging from $100 to $10,000 or more. A typical scholarship award amount is $1,000 to $2,000. … Read more
Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) can provide additional grant money to a student’s financial aid package if he or she has demonstrated financial need. Who is Eligible? Undergraduates or vocational students who are enrolled at least half time are eligible. Priority is given to students already receiving a Pell … Read more
The Postsecondary Child Care Grant Program helps low income students who have young children pay for child care while the student attends classes. Who is Eligible? Minnesota residents who have a child 12 years old or younger (or 14 or younger if the child is handicapped) and whose family size and income qualify for the … Read more
State Grants help students from low- and moderate-income families pay for educational expenses at eligible Minnesota colleges or universities. In 2011, approximately: 35 percent of State Grant funds goes to students with family incomes below $20,000, 44 percent goes to those with incomes between $20,000 and $50,000, and 21 percent goes to those with incomes … Read more
There are five factors usually included when calculating the total price of attending a college each year: Tuition and Fees Students pay tuition for receiving instruction at the school. In addition, there are fees automatically charged for services such as the health center, library or student activities. Tuition and fees at public institutions are usually … Read more
In order to qualify for state and federal financial aid, you must meet certain eligibility guidelines: Distance learners also may be eligible for some forms of financial aid. If you have any questions about your eligibility to receive state or federal financial aid, contact a financial aid administrator at the institution you are interested in … Read more
The most important advice about completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is to READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. There are two formats for filing the FAFSA. One is the traditional paper form and the other is FAFSA on the Web. Regardless of the method you choose, you’ll complete the application more quickly if … Read more
These federally funded grants help about 5.4 million full- and part-time college and vocational school students nationally. Who is Eligible? Students with family incomes up to $60,000 may be eligible for Pell Grants. However, most Pell awards go to students with family incomes below $30,000. There is no charge to apply for a Federal Pell … Read more
If you’re a Minnesota resident, you’re eligible for reciprocity benefits if you attend any Wisconsin technical college, or any two- or four-year public college or university in Wisconsin. If you’re a Wisconsin resident, you’re eligible if you attend any Minnesota public institution. Is There Anyone Who Isn’t Eligible? Wisconsin students who are enrolled in the … Read more
Enter the number in your household. Include in your (and your spouse’s household): yourself (and your spouse, if you have one), and your children, if you will provide more than half of their support from July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013, and other people if they now live with you, and you provide more … Read more