Two possible types of loans for undergraduate study are outlined (loans to cover fees only and loans for living costs), and suggested repayment schemes and need analyses are given. Some notes are given on the administration of such a program. (MSE)

Comparison of federal need-analysis formulas for student financial aid in 1992-93 and 1993-94 focused on elimination of home/farm equity from calculations, parent contributions, and Pell Grant awards. Results suggest higher unmet need and lower Pell Grant awards, and imply that the most needy students may lose gift assistance to more affluent…

This publication for students in Washington State is a guide to locating and applying for postsecondary scholarships and a bibliography of scholarship resources. A section, "How to Search for Scholarships," describes in eight steps the process of locating scholarships that fit a student's talents and abilities. The section, "How to…

Examples from other career fields are discussed in the light of the feasibility of using various kinds of financial incentives for recruiting talented students into teaching. Three primary categories of student financial aid are examined: loans, grants, and sponsored employment. Descriptions are given of four public service programs using these…

This report on the handicapped population in postsecondary education is based on the National Postsecondary Student Aid Study and provides data based on the students enrolled in postsecondary institutions in the fall of 1986. At that time, over 12.5 million postsecondary students were enrolled, and of these, 1.3 million reported that they had a…

Presented is a report of a study to determine what financial aid resources are needed over the next 12 years to make it possible for qualified minority students (in numbers proportionate to the minority members of comparable ages in the United States) to afford an engineering education at four-year accredited engineering schools. In addition to a…

For middle-class parents pinched by rising college costs, a tuition tax credit has irresistible appeal--and the idea's time has apparently come in Congress, where two separate bills are racing for passage. President Carter, who rejects the tax-credit approach as expensive and inequitable, countered with a plan of his own. Describes all three plans…

This paper evaluates tax strategies designed to gain public financial support for nontraditional students in postsecondary education. Discusses both the scientific and political criteria of comprising an analytical framework used for evaluating the potential of five forms of tax allowances. (BR)

The author argues that there are significant public payoffs associated with proprietary schools and that it is good social policy to allow these schools' students to receive student aid awards. Proprietary schools in general are briefly described, although their diversity is accentuated. (CH)

Presents a method allowing college leaders to assess the potential success of an academic merit scholarship program. Specifies a college choice model accounting for the price/quality trade-off, using Colgate University as an example. Quality differences between schools in an individual's choice set are the most important determinants of college…

Summarizes the research findings in this special issue, outlines knowledge gaps, and suggests implications for the U.S. policy on student aid. Examines financial aid's impact on college enrollments, tuition, and expenditures relative to institutional behavior models. Discusses aid to targeted subgroups, the definition of financial independence,…

Some colleges offer fellowships and grants to enable students to pursue academically relevant summer projects. Some summer fellowship programs emphasize public service works. Some students' summer programs are described including one student's work fighting blindness in Nepal. (MLW)

The article summarizes financial aid programs available from national blindness agencies, state vocational rehabilitation agencies, and the federal government. Application procedures and contact addresses are listed. (Author/CL)

Independent, or private, colleges and universities are diverse in their depth and variety -- in students, faculty, academic offerings, tuition levels. Surprising to many is just how affordable a quality private college education can be. It's an attainable dream for students from every social and economic segment of the nation. A private college…

This book offers a national view of trends and statistics related to today's community colleges. The new edition includes completely revised text as well as updates to charts and tables on topics such as enrollment, student outcomes, population, curriculum, faculty, workforce, and financial aid. Informative narrative introduces and provides…