Thursday, 9 April 2009

Federal and State Government Aid

US Federal Government Aid
Here you'll find information about the various forms of aid available from the federal government.

US State Government Aid
Look here for pointers to state aid programs and residency requirements for in-state tuition.

Section 529 Plans: Prepaid Tuition Plans and College Savings Plans
Section 529 plans are state-sponsored college savings programs. The two major types are Prepaid Tuition Plans, which lock in current tuition rates, and State College Savings Plans, which offer more flexible investing options. Both are useful ways for families to save for their children's college education.

Scholarships for Volunteering and Community Service
Volunteering can not only help the disadvantaged, but it can provide money for your college education. Learn about the National Service Scholarships Program, AmeriCorps, and other awards for community service.

Military Aid
Aid resources for veterans and their dependents and for students interested in pursuing careers in the military.

Education Tax Benefits
Information about the Hope Scholarship and Lifetime Learning tax credits, the deduction for student loan interest, tax treatment of employer education assistance, and other tax benefits for education.

Employer Tuition Assistance
Information about employer education assistance, including the $5,250 exclusion from income, employer-sponsored scholarships and surveys and statistics concerning employer tuition assistance.

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