Financial Aid Division
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Financial Aid Programs | Rules and Applications
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IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is current as of the date this site was updated and is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a compete description of the programs and their requirements. For complete information about a particular program, review the program's rules and regulations which are available in pdf format for review, download, or printing. The eligibility requirements and rules governing the programs administered by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education are subject to legislative and regulatory amendments subsequent to the date this site was updated. Please e-mail the Financial Aid Division at finaid@adhe.edu if you should need further information.
Please Note: Due to current economic conditions, awards for all ADHE programs may be limited by the availability of funds. Applicants are encouraged to apply but are also encouraged to pursue all sources of financial aid. See our links to other financial aid resources.
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| Financial Aid Calendar |
| The calendar is subject to change. If you see errors or omissions, please contact our division. |
| Financial Aid Calendar | 2008-2009 |
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| Scholarship Policies |
| Certain restrictions apply when receiving multiple scholarship awards. Read the Stacking policy for details. |
| ADHE Stacking Policy |
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| Governor’s Scholars Program |
| Up to $4000 annually for graduating high school seniors based on academic achievement, test score and leadership. The Governor’s Distinguished Scholarship for those scoring 32 on the ACT or 1410 on the SAT, and a 3.50 academic grade point average, or are named National Merit Finalists or National Achievement Scholar pays tuition, mandatory fees, room and board up to $10,000 per year. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is not required. |
| Overview |
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| Rules and Regulations |
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| Application |
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| Higher Education Opportunities Grant (GO! Opportunities Grant) |
| Provides $1000 grants to full-time and $500 grants to part-time students based on financial need. Students must be an Arkansas resident for at least 12 months prior to applying for the grant. Students also must meet the financial need criteria established for the GO! Grant and attend an approved Arkansas institution. Applicants complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the GO! Opportunities Grant application. |
| Overview |
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| Rules and Regulations |
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| Federal Student Aid Application (FAFSA) |
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| Application |
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| Law Enforcement Officers' Dependents Scholarship Program |
| Waiver of tuition, fees, and room at any public college, university, or technical institute in Arkansas for dependents and spouses of Arkansas law enforcement officers, some Highway and Transportation Department employees, and other public employees, who were killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. |
| Overview |
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| Rules and Regulations |
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| Application |
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| Military Dependents Scholarship Program |
| Waiver of tuition, fees, room and board at any public college, university, or technical institute in Arkansas for dependents and spouses of Arkansans who were killed or missing in action or who were prisoners of war or who are totally and permanently disabled. |
| Overview |
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| Rules and Regulations |
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| Application |
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| Student Loan Program - Nurse Educator Loan |
| Provides forgivable loans to students pursuing a course of study leading to qualification as a nurse educator. Funding for this program is provided through the Arkansas State Board of Nursing. All eligible applicants will be considered for award by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing |
| Overview |
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| Rules and Regulations |
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| Application |
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| Student Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program |
| Designed to allow undergraduate students to conduct in-depth research projects in their specific fields of study with the assistance of faculty mentors. |
| Overview |
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| Brochure |
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| Application Checklist |
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| Application |
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| Budget |
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| Washington Center Scholarship |
| A program that awards scholarships of up to $6000 to Arkansas students who are accepted to The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars located in Washington, D.C. |
| Overview |
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| Rules and Regulations |
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| Application |
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