Competition is tough for scholarships, and renewal of a scholarship each year is dependent upon a student's performance, such as continuing in a sport or maintaining a certain grade point average. Although loans involve interest payments, many are at low rates and allow up to ten years after graduation for repayment. With most federally-subsidized student loans, the government pays the interest for students while they are attending school and for the first six months after graduation. Offered by lending and educational institutions, loans are usually based on need, which is defined as the difference between what it costs to attend a particular college and what the family or individual can afford to pay. Likewise, work study programs are based on financial need.
Students usually work on campus in such places as a library or in an administrative office.
Some students may work off campus, possibly in positions related to their course of study. There is a great deal of information available on financial aid. Following is a sampling of online resources to get you started on a search for assistance. Review these websites to get an idea of the types of aid and the different sources that are available. Note that eligibility requirements, awards, etc. are subject to change by their sponsoring organizations.