# Types of Aid

**Source**: https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/
**Parent**: https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/

Our office helps students afford educational expenses by awarding aid from federal, state, university, and private resources.

## [Grants](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/grants)

You may be [given aid](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/grants) based on demonstrated financial need.

## [Scholarships](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/scholarships)

You may be [awarded aid](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/scholarships) based on such factors as academic achievement, talent, athletic ability, or field of study.

## [Waivers](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/waivers)

You may be [exempt from certain university fees](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/waivers) based on specific cases.

## [Loans](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/loans)

You can [borrow funds](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/loans) to help pay for your educational expenses.

## [Employment](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/employment)

You can earn money toward your education by [working](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/employment) during college.

## [Other Aid](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/other)

[Other types of aid](https://www.osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/types-of-aid/other) include international aid, veteran aid, tax credits, and pre-paid tuition.