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Free
Scholarships, Grants, Fellowships and Job Training from the Federal
Government!
Do you know you're probably paying more for college than you need to?
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When it comes to federal financial aid, most of us are familiar with the widely known
Pell Grant and
Perkins Loan
programs. However, there are hundreds of other college
money programs available from the U.S. federal government that the financial
aid offices don't always tell you about.
For
example, the AmeriCorps
Program, (800) 942-2677, is a national service that allows students
of all ages and backgrounds to earn money for school by becoming
a volunteer. You can serve before, during, or after college and
use the funds to pay for college tuition or repay your student loans.
Every
year our federal and state governments hand out over $342 billion
(of tax-payer money) in the form of project grants, scholarships,
loans, fellowships, internships, study and job training programs
and
even day care services for college students! … and yet
72% of the students that are eligible for these services don't even
apply! Why? Because most don't even know they exist.
That's right! Whether
you're a college student, an artist, musician, non-profit organization,
an entrepreneur, physician, scientist, farmer, fisherman, or a U.S.
Veteran, the United States Government has a grant, loan or assistance
program for you!
Here's
a small sample:
ARTS & HUMANITIES
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Updated : Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:05:07 GMT
On Thursday, August 14, the seventh presidential $1 coin will be issued, depicting Andrew Jackson. The U.S. Mint is issuing four $1 circulating coins each year, featuring presidents' images in the order that they served. For more information, visit the link at USA.gov.
Publ.Date : Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:20:49 GMT
The U.S. Department of State recently authorized the departure of eligible family members from the Republic of Georgia, and a series of convoys have been organized to aid this departure. Visit the link at USA.gov for more State Department recommendations and important phone numbers.
Publ.Date : Fri, 15 Aug 2008 22:36:35 GMT
In light of a recent finding of a Salmonella strain in a jalapeno pepper sample, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is currently asking consumers to avoid eating raw jalapeno peppers or foods made from raw jalapeno peppers until further notice. (This recommendation does not include cooked or pickled jalapeno peppers.) For more information and general links to food recall information, visit USA.gov.
Publ.Date : Fri, 25 Jul 2008 23:39:14 GMT
A man must have registered with the draft to qualify for federal student aid, job training benefits, and most federal employment opportunities. Registration must be done within 30 days of his 18th birthday and can be done in several ways, including on college financial aid forms and online. For more information, visit the link at USA.gov.
Publ.Date : Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:40:22 GMT
Many states offer periodic "holidays" from paying state sales tax on certain purchases, such as school supplies, clothes, and computers. Visit the link at USA.gov to see if and when your state participates in the state sales tax "holiday."
Publ.Date : Mon, 04 Aug 2008 04:57:22 GMT
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Updated : Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:18:10 GMT
Many states offer periodic "holidays" from paying state sales tax on certain purchases, such as school supplies, clothes, and computers. Visit the link at USA.gov to see if and when your state participates in the state sales tax "holiday."
Publ.Date : Mon, 04 Aug 2008 04:57:22 GMT
The world's most popular destinations can be surprisingly affordable if you travel when most people don't. As a general rule, the biggest vacation savings are about timing. ...
Publ.Date : Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:18:10 GMT
In light of a recent finding of a Salmonella strain in a jalapeno pepper sample, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is currently asking consumers to avoid eating raw jalapeno peppers or foods made from raw jalapeno peppers until further notice. (This recommendation does not include cooked or pickled jalapeno peppers.) For more information and general links to food recall information, visit USA.gov.
Publ.Date : Fri, 25 Jul 2008 23:39:14 GMT
A man must have registered with the draft to qualify for federal student aid, job training benefits, and most federal employment opportunities. Registration must be done within 30 days of his 18th birthday and can be done in several ways, including on college financial aid forms and online. For more information, visit the link at USA.gov.
Publ.Date : Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:40:22 GMT
BusinessWeek asked financial advisors for tips on how to reduce expenses and boost savings. ...
Publ.Date : Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:17:17 GMT
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Updated : Tue, 19 Aug 2008 23:51:29 GMT
The Federal Resources for Educational Excellence website offers teachers, parents, and students more than 1,500 free teaching and learning resources from dozens of federal agencies. Visit USA.gov's link for more information.
Publ.Date : Mon, 18 Aug 2008 23:03:07 GMT
Students, parents, and teachers can find some helpful back-to-school resources on USA.gov. Locate libraries near you; find learning tools; get information about school breakfast and lunch programs; review the vaccination schedule; and much more!
Publ.Date : Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:16:47 GMT
Visit USA.gov's link to the CIA World Factbook to learn about China, host of the 2008 Summer Olympics. You'll find information about China's geography, people, government, economy, and more!
Publ.Date : Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:08:16 GMT
If you're traveling to Beijing for the Summer Olympics, you probably don't want to spend your vacation in a hospital or hotel room. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is offering some health tips, including vaccine recommendations and suggested practices for eating and drinking while in China.
Publ.Date : Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:47:39 GMT
During the summer, many teens work in potentially hazardous conditions, including landscaping, life-guarding, farming, and construction. Visit USA.gov's link to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for tips on staying safe in summer jobs.
Publ.Date : Mon, 11 Aug 2008 20:47:19 GMT
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Updated : Wed, 20 Aug 2008 15:08:00 GMT
"ACT scores for the Class of 2008 have remained largely steady, which is encouraging given that the number of test-takers has expanded rapidly to include many more students than ever before...."
Publ.Date : Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:30:00 GMT
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Publ.Date : Tue, 3 Jun 2008 18:30:00 GMT
Looks at 11 developments that altered the course of U.S. history: the trial of John Peter Zenger and the birth of freedom of the press, the Constitutional Convention (1787), George Washington's concept of a limited Presidency, the Common School movement, the Sherman Anti-Trust Act of 1890, the Interstate Highway System (1939-1991), the GI Bill of Rights, the Marshall Plan, Brown v. Board of Education, Gideon v. Wainwright, and the Immigration Act of 1965. (Department of State)
Publ.Date : Wed, 20 Aug 2008 10:37:00 GMT
The Constitution, U.S. government, international relations, nations of the world, pivotal moments in U.S. history, early childhood education, calculator-controlled robots, and polar sciences are topics of new resources at FREE, the website that makes teaching resources from federal agencies easier to find.
Publ.Date : Thu, 14 Aug 2008 17:37:00 GMT
President Bush today announced his intention to nominate eight individuals to serve as Members of the Board of Directors of the National Board of Education Sciences (NBES).
Publ.Date : Mon, 12 Aug 2008 17:30:00 GMT
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