Working towards your degree is a big investment, but there are plenty of options to make college more affordable.
The FAFSA
The FAFSA determines the amount of financial aid you can receive from the federal government. Families apply for the FAFSA several months prior to aid being rewarded. For example, if you are a senior in highschool who is starting college in the fall of 2023, you can apply for the FAFSA anytime from the fall of 2022 to the summer of 2023. Below are some resources to help you make the most out of the FAFSA:
In-State Scholarships
For in-state residents, universities like Arizona State University (ASU), the University of Arizona (UA), and Northern Arizona University (NAU) offer merit-based tuition scholarships. These awards are based on high school GPA and standardized test scores (SAT/ACT).
General Scholarships
As a student at ASU, U of A, or NAU, your university offers hundreds of scholarships that students can apply for:
Other scholarships to check out:
Flinn Scholarship
Pathways to Prosperity Program (Video) (ASU)
Special financial assistance programs for Arizona residents (ASU)
Dorrance Scholarship (U of A)
Other scholarships to check out:
Flinn Scholarship
Pathways to Prosperity Program (Video) (ASU)
Special financial assistance programs for Arizona residents (ASU)
Dorrance Scholarship (U of A)