The federal government offers the most grant and student loan programs but several states also offer a variety of financial aid programs. For many students, Pell Grants provide a foundation of financial aid to which other aid may be added. Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant assists undergraduate students with financial need attending any eligible public or private postsecondary school. Federal Work-Study Program provides employment opportunities for undergraduate students with financial need attending any eligible postsecondary school. Federal Direct Student Loan Program offers loans directly to students and parents through schools.
Financial aid is also available through state-sponsored programs.
Students should contact individual schools for applications for campus-based financial aid.