College Bound scholarship program could face test as more apply - The Seattle Times

College Bound scholarship program could face test as more apply The Seattle Times The new College Bound Scholarship program helps pay for college for low-income students, but its supporters worry that the money may run dry. By Katherine Long UW student Kevin Prak, left, helps Bizuaihuy Aden, a senior at Kent Meridian High, ... and more »

Cal Grant participation connected to default rates - San Francisco Chronicle

Cal Grant participation connected to default rates San Francisco Chronicle A little-known California law has dealt a blow to nearly half of the for-profit college campuses in the state, barring them from offering students a coveted Cal Grant this year. The law cracks down for the first time on schools with high student loan ...

FAFSA offers more for students' early completion - BG News

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FAFSA offers more for students' early completion BG News by Abby Welsh Free Application for Federal Student Aid forms are due in February, but the benefits lie with students who fill them out early. Students who fill out FAFSA forms have a higher chance at getting the best loans and grants offered, ... Week of programs at MU set to focus on financial aidHuntington Herald Dispatch Need financial aid form help? Go to MCCC Feb. 12Monroe Evening News Federal college aid search complicated, but worthwhileSan Antonio Express Ball State Daily News -Pueblo Chieftain -New York Times (blog) all 19 news articles »

Grant aids student residents - Western Herald

Grant aids student residents Western Herald The Returning Student Residence Hall Grant is an endowment of $4000 or the actual cost of your room, whichever is less. According to Student Financial Aid, eligible returning students must live on campus in a residence hall and demonstrate financial ...

Louisville given $765000 grant to bolster after-school programs - Louisville Courier-Journal

Louisville given $765000 grant to bolster after-school programs Louisville Courier-Journal Louisville has been awarded a $765000 grant from a New York-based foundation to bolster after-school programs and resources for at-risk students. The Wallace Foundation grant, announced by Mayor Greg Fischer's office, will be used to implement an ... and more »