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What’s the difference between merit-based and need-based aid?

April 26, 2017aid merit-based need-based

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What’s the difference between merit-based and need-based aid?

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Merit-based aid consists of scholarships that are awarded to students to recognize academic achievement. They are awarded without regard to a family’s ability to pay for college. Need-based aid is awarded to students based on the FAFSA results.