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231 grants + 85 benefits — 316 programs total. Use AI search to find what fits your situation.
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U.S. Department of the Treasury / State ABLE Programs
ABLE Accounts
ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) accounts are tax-advantaged savings accounts that allow individuals with qualifying disabilities to save money without losing eligibility for federal means-tested benefits such as SSI and Medicaid, up to a $100,000 balance. Annual contributions up to the gift tax exclusion ($18,000 in 2024) can come from the account owner, family, and friends; withdrawals for qualified disability expenses (housing, education, transportation, health) are tax-free. Starting January 1, 2026, the age-of-onset limit expands from before age 26 to before age 46.
U.S. Department of Education
Adult Education and Family Literacy Act Grants
The Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA), Title II of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, funds state grants to provide free or low-cost adult education services including basic literacy, high school equivalency (GED/HiSET), and English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction for adults who lack a high school diploma or basic English proficiency. Services are delivered through community colleges, community-based organizations, and public schools across every state and territory. Programs also include integrated education and training, workforce preparation, and transition support to postsecondary education or employment.
AAUW
American Association of University Women (AAUW) Fellowship
Funds women pursuing full-time graduate or postdoctoral study in the US. Multiple fellowship programs support women at various career stages in any field of study.
American Chemical Society
American Chemical Society Scholars Program
Funds underrepresented minority students pursuing degrees in chemistry and chemical engineering.
Administration for Community Living, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Assistive Technology Act Programs
The Assistive Technology Act funds a program in every state and territory to increase access to assistive technology (AT) devices and services for individuals with disabilities of all ages and disability types. State AT programs offer device demonstration centers, short-term device loan programs, device reutilization programs that redistribute pre-owned equipment at little or no cost, and alternative financing programs with low-interest loans to help people purchase AT. No single application or income threshold applies nationally — services vary by state program.
Bureau of Indian Education, U.S. Department of the Interior
Bureau of Indian Education Scholarships
The Bureau of Indian Education Higher Education Grant program provides financial assistance to eligible American Indian and Alaska Native students to pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees at accredited colleges and universities. Awards help cover tuition, fees, books, and living expenses, and are distributed through BIE directly or through federally recognized tribes participating in the program. Students must reapply annually and maintain satisfactory academic progress to retain funding.
Winston Churchill Foundation
Churchill Scholarship
Funds exceptional American students to pursue a one-year master's or PhD program at Churchill College, Cambridge. Covers tuition, stipend, and travel for STEM study.
U.S. Department of the Treasury
Emergency Rental Assistance Program
ERAP provides financial assistance to low-income renters experiencing hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic to prevent eviction and housing instability. Funds cover up to 18 months of past-due and prospective rent, utilities, and other qualifying housing costs. Eligible households must earn at or below 80% of area median income and demonstrate COVID-related financial hardship.
Department of Education
Federal Pell Grant
Need-based federal grant for low and moderate income undergraduate students. Does not need to be repaid. Award amount depends on financial need, cost of attendance, and enrollment status.
U.S. Department of Education
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
FSEOG provides supplemental grant funding to undergraduate students with exceptional financial need, prioritizing Federal Pell Grant recipients with the lowest Expected Family Contributions. Awards range from $100 to $4,000 per year and do not require repayment. Students must be enrolled at a participating institution and complete the FAFSA.
U.S. Department of Education
Federal Work-Study
Federal Work-Study (FWS) provides part-time employment to undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, enabling them to earn money to help pay education expenses while enrolled at least half-time. Jobs are available on-campus and off-campus, with many off-campus positions at nonprofits, public agencies, or employers providing community services related to the student's field of study. Work-Study wages do not count against the following year's financial aid calculation, preserving aid eligibility.
Ford Foundation
Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowship
Funds doctoral students from underrepresented groups pursuing research-based PhDs. Provides three years of annual stipend support plus institutional allowance.
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Fulbright Program
The Fulbright Program is the U.S. government's flagship international educational exchange, providing grants for U.S. students, scholars, professionals, teachers, and artists to study, teach, and conduct research abroad, and for international participants to do the same in the United States. Student grants typically cover international travel, tuition, a monthly living stipend, and health insurance for one academic year. The program operates in more than 160 countries and is administered by the Institute of International Education (IIE) for student awards.
U.S. Department of State
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Funds US students and recent graduates to study, research, or teach English abroad for one academic year. Open to graduating seniors, graduate students, and young professionals.
U.S. Department of Education
GAANN — Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need
GAANN fellowships support doctoral students with exceptional financial need in academic areas of national need including biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, and other Secretary-designated fields. Awards are made to graduate programs at eligible institutions, which then select fellows and administer stipends and tuition assistance. Fellows are typically expected to teach or conduct research as part of their academic preparation, and priority is given to students with exceptional academic merit alongside demonstrated need.