The AlaskAdvantage Education Grant Program provides need-based financial assistance to eligible Alaska students attending qualifying institutions in Alaska.

Grant awards range from $500 to $3,000 per academic year for students who have qualifying unmet financial need. A portion of funds is set aside for applicants with exceptional academic preparation and for those enrolled in workforce shortage programs. Students with the highest financial need will be awarded in order of need until funds are exhausted.

The Alaska Performance Scholarship is an invitation to excellence for Alaska's students, parents, and educators. To qualify, students must take a specific, rigorous high school curriculum; earn a minimum 2.5 GPA; and do well on a college or career-readiness exam. Three award levels are offered and the members of the high school class of 2011 are the first eligible students.

Qualified students need to complete the FAFSA to apply. Awards can be used at participating  colleges or universities in Alaska, or for approved career and technical education programs in the state.

When you manage it well, postsecondary education is a good investment in your future.

There are many resources available to help you pay for college - from the state of Alaska as well as through private and federal programs. Aid may include grants, scholarships, and low-cost student loans. Plan ahead! Develop a budget, find all the free and low-cost aid you qualify for, and make sure to manage your money wisely while in school.

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