Funding a college education can be a real challenge. Whether your parents are helping to cover the expenese or you are taking on the challenge yourself, take advantage of the many federal grants, loans and educational benefits available to assist you in achieving your educational goals.

Federal Grants and Loans

• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): Required application from the U.S. Department of Education to determine eligibility for any form of federal financial aid.
• Pell Grant: The Pell Grant is a form of financial assistance provided by the federal government that does not need to be repaid.
• Stafford Loan: A government loan program for students enrolled at least half-time.
• Perkins Loans: Loans paid back by you to your university.
• PLUS Loans: Loans that parents can use towards their children's education.

Educational Benefits

• Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA): DEA offers financial assistance to spouses of certain military veterans looking to further their education.
• Federal Work-Study: Provides part-time jobs to students to help pay for educational costs.