| A | B |
|---|
| Grants | Free money based on financial need. |
| Scholarships | You need good grades to get these. |
| Loans | Money you have to pay back. |
| Work Study | Part time jobs for college students. |
| Financial need | Based on your family income. |
| Merit awards | Money that is not based on financial need. |
| Government | Provides financial aid to college students. |
| Colleges | They give money to their own students. |
| Private awards | Boy Scouts, Lions Club, individuals, etc. |
