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Arizona Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP)

Provides grants to students who have demonstrated financial need. Must be an Arizona resident attending as either a full-time or half-time undergraduate or graduate student. LEAP awards do not have to be repaid.

Cal Grant

Money for college you do not have to pay back. Complete the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application by the deadline and meet eligibility and financial requirements plus minimum GPA requirements. Valid at any UC, CSU, California Community College, or qualifying independent and career colleges.

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program

Three lottery-funded scholarships rewarding Florida high school graduates for high academic achievement: Florida Academic Scholars Award (3.5 GPA, 1270 SAT/28 ACT, 75 community service hours), Gold Seal Vocational Scholarship, and Florida Medallion Scholars Award (970 SAT/20 ACT).

Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG)

Need-based program available to degree-seeking Florida undergraduate students. Each participating institution determines application deadlines, student eligibility, and award amounts.

Georgia HOPE Scholarship

Rewards students with financial assistance in degree, diploma, and certificate programs. Students must be enrolled at least half-time (six hours). Funded by Georgia Lottery proceeds.

Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant

Provides grant aid to Georgia residents who attend eligible independent colleges and universities in Georgia. Recipient must be a Georgia resident, U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident, enrolled full time (12 hours or more) in an undergraduate degree program.

Illinois Grant Program for Dependents of Police or Fire Officers

Spouses and children of Illinois police or fire officers killed or at least 90% disabled in the line of duty may be eligible for grant assistance to meet college tuition and mandatory fees for undergraduate or graduate study at ISAC-approved Illinois colleges.

Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP) Grant

Provides grants, which do not need to be repaid, for undergraduate Illinois students who meet eligibility criteria. Students must demonstrate financial need.

New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)

One of the nation's largest financial aid programs. Offers sizeable awards to attend in-state private institutions. Eligibility is determined by family income and assets, family size, number in college, and cost of attendance.

New Jersey Urban Scholars

For high-achieving students attending public secondary schools in urban and economically distressed areas. Students must rank in the top 10% of their class with a GPA of at least 3.0 at the end of their junior year. Awarded without regard to financial need.

New York State Scholarships for Academic Excellence

Provides scholarship assistance to outstanding New York State high school graduates. Funds are available for up to five years of undergraduate study in New York State. Students must be enrolled full-time (12 hours or more).

New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

Helps eligible New York residents attending in-state postsecondary institutions pay for tuition. Must be enrolled full-time (12 hours or more). TAP is a grant that does not have to be repaid.

Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG)

Provides grant money to Ohio residents who demonstrate the highest levels of financial need as determined by FAFSA results. Available to students enrolled at Ohio public colleges, Ohio private non-profit colleges, and Ohio private for-profit institutions.

Ohio War Orphans Scholarship Program

Awards tuition assistance to the children of deceased or severely disabled Ohio veterans who served during a period of declared war or conflict. Scholarship benefits cover most instructional and general fee charges. Application deadline is July 1 each year.

Ohio National Guard Scholarship

Pays 100% of tuition and general fees at state universities or the equivalent amount at private institutions for members of the Ohio National Guard. Encourages young Ohioans to attend school in Ohio while serving in the National Guard.

Pennsylvania State Grant

Provides grants to eligible Pennsylvania residents planning to attend at least half time at an approved school as undergraduate students. Based on demonstrated financial need.

Vermont Student Assistance Corp (VSAC)

VSAC administers grants and scholarships for Vermont residents. Explore their website for a full range of financial aid opportunities available to Vermonters pursuing higher education.