College Grant Information for the 2006-07 School Year

President George W. Bush has approved the funding for two brand new college grants known as the National Smart Grant and Academic Competitiveness Grant. There is over $700 million dollars budgeted just for these grants. The whole purpose behind the new college grants is to encourage students to pursue a career in the technological, science, and math fields. Both of the grants have gone into effect for this school year. Each grant has special requirements to become eligible. The items below explain the primary eligibility requirements. Students might be required to meet other requirements before receiving college grants.

The National Smart Grant is an award given to junior and senior students. Third and fourth year students could receive up to $4000. Below we have listed the initial requirements for the National Smart Grant.

Students could receive the National Smart Grant if:

        They are enrolled as a full time junior or senior student in a four-year degree.

        They're qualified to receive a Pell Grant. (Students who receive the National Smart Grant can also receive a Pell Grant to go towards their college expenses.).

        They are a citizen of the United States.

        They maintained a cumulative 3.0 grade point.

        They have declared a major in engineering, mathematics, science, technology, or foreign language.

The Academic Competitiveness Grant is an award given to first and second year college students. Freshman students can collect up to $750 toward their tuition costs and sophomores could receive around $1300. Below you'll find a list of requirements to become eligible for the Academic Competitiveness Grant.

College students could be eligible to receive the Academic Competitiveness Grant if:

        They're enrolled as a first or second year full-time student in a two or four year undergraduate degree program.

        They qualify to receive the Pell Grant. (College students who are given the Academic Competitiveness Grant may also get the Pell Grant to go towards their college expenses.).

        They've gone through a strenuous high school plan of study as specified by the national education standards and requirements.

        They earned a 3.0 GPA during their first year of college. (For sophomore students)

        They're currently an American citizen.

        They graduated from senior high school later than January 1, 2006 for freshmen students and January 1, 2005 for second year students.

For those students who don't meet the guidelines for the National Smart Grant or the Academic Competitiveness Grant, there are a number of other college government grants made available. The requirements dependent upon the type of student grant. Students may be eligible to receive a grant depending on academic accomplishment, athletic ability, or financial need. Other students could receive a college grant based on their area of study, religion, or ethnicity. These are some pointers on how you can increase your chances of acquiring grants for college:

• Inquire about dozens of programs for government grants to locate college grants you qualify for.
• Turn in applications for several different grants.
• Begin applying early in the year.
• Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
• Earn and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Keep a positive attitude.

Students still in high school are encouraged to start planning for college right at the start. A big number of requirements for college grant money are based on high school grade point average, extracurricular activities, and area of study. Those who prepare early are more than likely to obtain grants for college.

About the Author: Discover how to collect College Grants! This site is going to explain ways that you can get the funding that is available, despite your companies income, credit rating or age! Look at our site for a completely free preview: http://www.GovernmentGrant.com right now! To get more tips and information on College grant money, visit our site.