Scholarships can finance an online education.
Many working adults and other nontraditional students find it more convenient to take college courses online. While financing a college education can be expensive, there are many scholarships available for students in all types of programs, including online ones. These scholarships can help students incur less debt or none at all.
Pell Grant
This federal grant provides money to students based on financial need. Eligibility and amounts are determined by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Factors used include family income, the cost of attending the school and whether the student will be attending full time or part time. The Pell Grant may be used at more than 5,400 colleges and universities. To apply, fill out the FAFSA form and contact the financial aid department of your university.
Federal Student Aid Information Center
800-433-3243
ed.gov
Goodwill Scholarship
This scholarship program helps students taking online courses through the University of Phoenix. The central Arizona chapter of Goodwill awards two full-tuition scholarships in the fall and two in the spring. Recipients are individuals that have received aid from Goodwill in the past. This scholarship may only be used for undergraduate degrees. Subject to change; see phoenix.edu for most updated info on a wide range of scholarships.
University of Phoenix
866-766-0766
phoenix.edu
First Chance Scholarship
This program provides full scholarships to the University of Phoenix for 200 students each year. According to the university, the scholarship was created to "promote the life-changing benefits of education and honor individuals who have shown a desire to improve their lives and the lives of those around them through education." Recipients of this scholarship are determined by select chapters of the Boys and Girls Club, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, the Urban League and the YMCA. To apply, you must be a member, alumnus or parent of a member or alumnus of one of these nonprofit organizations. Subject to change; see phoenix.edu for most updated info on a wide range of scholarships.
University of Phoenix
866-766-0766
phoenix.edu
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
This scholarship program is offered through the federal government. Eligibility and financial aid amount are determined by a FAFSA form and the school's financial aid administrator. Special consideration is given to those already receiving a Pell grant. About 4,000 schools and universities participate in this scholarship program. To apply, fill out a FAFSA form and contact your school's financial aid department.
Federal Student Aid Information Center
800-433-3243
ed.gov
The National Science & Mathematics Access to Retain Talent Grant
The SMART grant provides up to $4,000 a year for students in the third or fourth year of undergraduate study. Students must be Pell grant eligible, enrolled at least part time, have at least a 3.0 GPA and be pursuing a major in physical science, life science, computer science, mathematics, technology engineering or a foreign language. To apply, fill out a FASFA form and contact your school's financial aid department.
Federal Student Aid Information Center
800-433-3243
ed.gov
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