Types of student financial aid

Learn about the most common ways to get help paying for college and trade or career school. Options include grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study.

Visit Types of Financial Aid on the Federal Student Aid website. You will learn about funding you can get from the government, your school, and private sources including:

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Avoid financial aid scams

You may not need to hire a company to help you find financial aid. Instead, search online for scholarships or ask a school guidance counselor for help. Learn what questions to ask before you pay a company for help finding financial aid.

LAST UPDATED: November 19, 2024

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