American university scholarships

Author: Weike Xiong, Guoyan Xiong, Weiye Xiong
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Publish Date: 2001-06-01
Features: This book teaches you how to distinguish between scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study aid; how to obtain funding from governments, schools, private institutions, employers, and other sources; how to leverage your strong academic performance, special talents, and other abilities to secure top-tier scholarships; and how to use the internet to find, apply for, and obtain the financial aid you need. "Comprehensive, in-depth research and clear, earnest advice make this book the best in the field of financial aid guides (Richard L. Tombaugh, former president of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators)." This is the newest edition of a bestselling book! It's a reference that everyone needs! This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the financial aid system for American college students (including graduate and international students), explaining in an accessible manner the resources, types, eligibility criteria, application methods, procedures, and important considerations for applying for various forms of financial aid. The book dedicates significant space to resources and application methods for funding international students, which is especially helpful for Chinese students traveling far. It introduces a wide range of usable financial aid resources (including scholarships, research scholarships, grants, work-study programs, and student loans), as well as their contacts and application methods, helping students of all types achieve successful funding applications. For Chinese scholars studying U.S. university financial aid issues and professionals working in student financial aid, this book also holds great reference value.