Scholarship News

Do not lose your hard earn money to crooks. Scholarship scamming is becoming big business with reports of over $100 million lost this past year. These "companies" often call themselves official sounding names such as "administration" or "agencies" . You will never be asked by a legitimate organization to front money or buy in to a scholarship list.

Yes I know! Searching for college scholarships is one of the most tedious financial aid chores. However, the government does try to sort things out for you. ( Yeah that IS rare ) A simple search for nursing scholarships turned up over 200+ results. They not only provide keyword searches, but also match you with scholarships or grants based on your personal information. Their financial aid wizard provides many great links and oppurtunities to connect you with the cash.

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Federal Student Aid Programs

Federal student aid is financial assistance that’s available through the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Federal Student Aid.

Federal student aid covers school expenses such as tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation. This aid can also help you pay for a computer and dependent childcare expenses.

There are three categories of federal student aid: grants, work-study and loans.

How do I apply for aid?

* Complete the FAFSA and provide the required signatures.