2010 College Scholarships and Grant

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Many college students seek help when it comes to paying for college expenses. Grants are a type of college financial aid that does not have to be repaid. The federal Pell Grant program is largest government sponsored grant awarded to college students. Federal Pell Grants are awarded based upon financial need. The Pell Grant application is part of the FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid. By completing the FAFSA the student will find out if they qualify for not only the federal Pell Grant program, but also other grants, loans and work study all with one easy application. Click Here to Browse All 2010 Scholarships and Grants! Scholarship and grant amounts depend on a student's expected family contribution, the cost of attending a particular institution, whether a student is enrolling for a part-time or full-time program and whether he or she attends for a full academic year or less. For the period 2008-09, the maximum Pell Grant award is $4,731. For 2010 the maximum is $5,350. This amount changes depending on funding. Other federal and nonfederal sources often provide financial aid to a Federal Pell Grant Program. The funds available for grants are limited, therefore the grant will not usually fully fund educational expenses. If the student is planning on attending a community college where tuition rates are lower, it is possible that grants will cover a greater percentage of the tuition and fees. Another significant factor is that if the parent or guardian claims the student as a dependent on income tax returns, this effects the amount of aid available to the student. In general, a student who is 'independent' of the parents as far as the tax law goes, will receive more in financial aid awards. **URGENT** Just Released. Enter to Win a scholarship. All you have to do is sign up and you can win a $10,000 scholarship. The next drawing is soon, so do it now! Click Here to See Which Free Programs are Available to You!About the Author:

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