After analyzing your financial information, the federal processor sends the results to the university, indicating how much you and your family should be able to pay for your education. If the cost of attendance at UF is greater than what the processor indicates you and your family should be able to pay, then the university considers that you have financial need. Private groups who award financial aid may use an alternative method for determining need. Always find out how your financial need will be evaluated for a particular award before you remove yourself from consideration. Sit down and make a list of every group, club, sorority, fraternity, union, church or any other organization with which you or your family has some connection.
Many denominations offer national scholarships to members and children of members.
Both groups offer national scholarship assistance. These examples are just a starting point. Your scholarship research begins with this list. Many departments have their own scholarships and scholarship committees. The department can tell you when the deadlines are and what application forms are required.