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Thursday, January 10, 2013

Scholarships

Recent trend of tuition fee hike in various colleges has become a major cause of concern for a large number of aspiring students who wish to pursue a college degree or even a diploma. 

Scholarships are given on the basis of :
1. Merit specific: On the basis of student's excellence in academics or sports activities.
2. Need specific: On the basis of financial needs.
3. Student specific: Scholarships awarded to certain gender, race or ethnic group

There are various types of scholarships that include

a.   Scholarships by State: State level scholarships or otherwise known as local scholarships will be awarded for the students based on both merit specific and need specific demands.

b.   Scholarships by Education level: Students can apply for scholarships depending on their grade level.

c.   Scholarships by Majors: Selection of some specific college majors can not only help in stepping into a career but also they can be a reason for availing scholarships.

d.  Scholarships by Type: This scholarship is categorized as student-specific scholarships and unique scholarships. It will be awarded on the basis of some specific family features or unique talents.

Otherwise it will result in the cancellation or suspension of the scholarship funding.