While it's true that the federal government is the single largest provider of financial aid for college students, there is still more money available from local state governments which totals over $3 billion each year allocated for all 50 states. Each state has its own individual guidelines for applying for their student aid programs, and there is usually a residency requirement necessary.

Here you will find a compilation of scholarships, grants, and loans as organized by their administering state higher education agencies. To see what's available where you live, select your state from the drop down menu below, or click on your state from the left navigation bar: