Thursday, April 21, 2011

Examining Scholarships And University Loans

By Tom Addison


Paying for a university or college education can be very expensive. Not surprisingly, learners and their families will often have to seek funding in order to complete their education. Not all families are able to put money by for their children's education, and therefore, help from authorities or institutions is sometimes vital. The following information aims to assist families to explore student loans and scholarships

Student loans are available to college and university candidates and the funds are paid directly to the college where the learner applied. Depending on the needs of the individual, the funds may, or may not, be subsidized by the government. Federal funding is made directly to the student, unless they are on half time status. Disabled candidates who meet the criteria however, may receive 100% of the funding discharge.

The funding is intended, and may only be used for, educational and education related costs at the school where the loan was awarded. Permitted expenditure includes the following circumstances, Dependant child care expenses, tuition, fees, supplies, books, rooms, equipment, board, transport and the purchase or rental of a PC.

More favorably, funding received via a scholarship does not have to paid back. Not surprisingly, this option appeals to many students and their families. Each initiative will require that the applicant meets various criteria to obtain the award.

Each high school will have their own counselor who can advise applicants on which scholarships are available to them. Individual towns and states will have various opportunities specific to that region, which should be explored. The public libraries are also a good source of information regarding opportunities, as there are manuals and literature dedicated to the subject.

Student loans and scholarships are available to learners who meet various criteria. It is a good idea, however, to explore all the funding initiatives before making an application.




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