Aid Option: Direct Aid Programs

summary information on available federal direct aid

Summary Direct Aid Programs

quick summary of available federal direct aid programs

Federal Work Study

federal work-study program offers work-study programs for both undergraduate and graduate students where the student can work part-time to earn money to help pay for college
Tax Credits

the IRS allows students and parents who file and owe taxes to claim one of two educational credits. Tax credits reduce your overall taxes paid dollar-for-dollar
Campus ROTC

federal-merit scholarship program that will pay for college and provide a monthly allowance. Program available at approximately 600 colleges nationwide
Service Academies

military academies pay for college and provide a monthly allowance. Appointees to the academy are nominated by a member of Congress