Summary
Eligibility often depends on academic achievement, special talents, or financial need.
Students apply by submitting forms, essays, and sometimes recommendation letters.
Awarded scholarships do not require repayment, unlike loans.
Key Points
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Scholarships provide non‑repayable financial support for education.
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Criteria can include grades, sports, arts, or need.
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Application processes involve paperwork and personal statements.
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Receiving a scholarship reduces the amount families must pay for school.
New Words to Learn
6 wordsscholarship
money given to a student to help pay for school without needing to pay it back later
financial aid
any help with money for education costs
eligible
meeting the rules to be allowed to apply
tuition
the money paid to attend school
essay
a short piece of writing about yourself or a topic
recommendation letter
a note from a teacher or adult saying you are a good student
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