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College Scholarships and Tuition Waivers

Information on scholarships and tuition waivers available to current and former foster youth.

Expanded Access to College Financial Aid for Former Foster Youth (PDF - 80 KB)
Voice for Adoption (2008)
Provides information on a federal law (P.L. 110-84) that makes it possible for teens in foster care to be adopted without losing access to college financial aid.

Orphan Foundation of America Scholarships
Scholarships for youth who have spent time in the foster care system.

State-by-State Fact Pages
National Resource Center for Youth Development
Comprehensive State-by-State information on educational assistance and other services for youth who spent time in foster care.

StateVoucher.org
Orphan Foundation of America
State-specific information on how to apply for the Chafee Education and Training Vouchers for foster youth.

Youth Scholarships
National Foster Parent Association
Scholarships for foster youth who wish to further their education through college or university studies, vocational and job training, or correspondence courses, including the GED.

Updated on April 1, 2008