college grants

Free tuition money

College grants are financial awards for higher education that don't require repayment—distinguishing them from loans.

Grants typically come from governments, universities, or private organizations and are often based on financial need, academic merit, or specific criteria like field of study or background: She received a Pell Grant to help cover tuition.

Students may combine multiple grants with other aid.

Opposites
repayment obligation

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Borrowed funds for tuition

borrowed money · student debt

source of funds

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Paying one's own way

personal savings · parental support · college savings

MERIT vs. NEED BASIS

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Awards for strong students

academic scholarships · athletic scholarships · achievement awards

Family

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