If you need government money for college, consider applying for a state grant. Every state offers some kind of grant. Some apply to various populations, and others offer money for anyone living in the state. Even territories have grant programs to offer. Both Puerto Rico and Washington D.C. offer several ways to apply for a grant, and receive government money for college.

Some states, such as California and New York State, have multiple grants and other programs as well. California even has a program for vocational school grants. You can find government money for college all across the country.

New Federal College Money

Did you know that congress and the white house just decided to add more to the budget for the Pell Grant program? They added billions of dollars to beef up that federal government money for college program - one many students have participated in.

Small States and Out State Student Grant Programs

Smaller states may have fewer programs, while some have 6 or 8. Seeing what your state offers can help you find the college money you need to pay tuition and your expenses. If you spend some time researching your options, you can find more free money and finish that degree.

Believe it or not, some states have programs that offer programs for vocational students and for part time students or those returning to school years later than the traditional student. Your state may have free money waiting for you in a state program.

Some States Offer Waivers

Another great idea, some states have set up agreements and offer reductions and concessions to students within the group. The agreements typically allow neighboring states to offer in state tuition to students across state borders. For example, over a dozen states have a mutual agreement in the west, and another agreement takes in several states in the south. Some states in the Midwest have similar arrangements, but not as a formal agreement.

These opportunities can help you get into a college that you might not be able to fit in your budget. You save on tuition because of the agreement, and attend as if you were a resident.

You can usually find the programs for your state by going to the state home page, then looking for the education department. Then, on the education department page, you likely can find a higher education section. That section should have some links to state grant programs for sources of government money for college.