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MScholarships, Grants, Loans...What's the Difference?
Scholarships are considered a gift and don't have to be paid back. They are often awarded for merit in academics, athletics, or a particular field of study but may also be awarded based on ethnic background, religious affiliation, and special interests.

Grants, also considered a gift that doesn't require repayment, are given to students judged to have financial need using formulas established by federal and state governments and/or the school. You can get application forms from the school's financial aid office.

Loans are sources of financial aid that must be repaid.

See the following articles for additional information about solving your financial aid needs.

• 10 Steps To Paying For School

• Cash For College

• Paying For College

• The Smart Student Guide To Financial Aid

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	General Information MScholarships, Grants, Loans...What's the Difference? Scholarships are considered a gift and don't have to be paid back. They are often awarded for merit in academics, athletics, or a particular field of study but may also be awarded based on ethnic background, religious affiliation, and special interests. Grants, also considered a gift that doesn't require repayment, are given to students judged to have financial need using formulas established by federal and state governments and/or the school. You can get application forms from the school's financial aid office. Loans are sources of financial aid that must be repaid. See the following articles for additional information about solving your financial aid needs. • 10 Steps To Paying For School • Cash For College • Paying For College • The Smart Student Guide To Financial Aid

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