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Financial Aid and Student Resource Center

You've made up your mind to enroll in an online educational program, but the thought of paying the tab makes your head spin. Don't worry, this is a common reaction. There are many types of financial aid. From scholarships and grants to loans, we're providing information about each option's unique advantages to undergraduate and graduate students.

Here are some valuable financial aid tips and information that will calm your fears and help you tackle your education costs.

Scholarships

Search for College Scholarships

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A scholarship is money gifted to a student to pursue graduate or undergraduate education—no repayment necessary. While scholarships are awarded for a variety of reasons, the most common are for student merit, financial need, athleticism, ethnicity and field of study.

To provide you with the most up-to-date information about available scholarships, All Online Schools has teamed up with FastWeb!, the nation's largest, most accurate and most frequently updated scholarship database online.

Learn more about finding Scholarships »

Student Loans

Student Loans and How They Work

Several types of student loans are available to college students who need help paying for online college tuition. Read about and learn how to apply for:

Read more about Student Loans »

Grants

College Grants

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College grants are a great way to subsidize your education. Unlike student loans, grants do not have to be paid back. There are over a thousand federal grant programs in the US, offering more than $400 billion dollars worth of financial aid to students and organizations.

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Did You Know?

65.7% of Students Use Some Financial Aid
Nearly two-thirds (65.7 percent) of full-time undergraduate students finish their degree with debt, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. The fact is, few students are able to afford an education without some type of financial aid, and even fewer are armed with the knowledge to tap into the various grants, loans and scholarships available to hard-working students.

Financial Aid & Student Loan Articles

Paying for an Online College Education
	Just because you're pursuing a degree online instead of at a physical university doesn't mean it's going to cost any less. Luckily, student financial aid and college scholarships are available for people pursuing online degrees. Read more about "Innovative Ways to Finance Your Education" »

Financing Your Online Education
	You shouldn't let cost deter you from earning your degree. There are more financial aid options available than ever for students pursuing online learning programs. And getting financial aid may be easier than you think. Read more about "Financial Aid Options" »

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Financial Aid for Undergrad Students

Scholarships

There are 1,000s of scholarships offered to undergraduate students each year. Begin your custom-
ized scholarship search today!

Stafford Loans

Stafford loans are the most common federal student loan available. They have low fees and simple payback terms.

PLUS Loans

PLUS loans are for parents of under-
graduate students enrolled at least half-time.

Private Loans

There are many types of private loans. Begin the application process for an ACT Education loan.

Financial Aid for Graduate Students

Scholarships

Professional groups, schools and the government offer graduate students scholarships. Find out what you qualify for.

Stafford Loans

Stafford loans are federally supported and offer easy terms to qualified graduate students.

Grad PLUS Loans Grad PLUS Loans are designed for working students returning to school. Take the steps to start a new career.

Private Loans The ACT Education loan will help you cover additional expenses other loans don't.

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