Scholarships for Students with Financial Need

These 71 hand-curated scholarships are open to Students with Financial Need. We highlight the award amount, deadline, and eligibility for each, ranking fully funded opportunities first so you never miss a deadline that matters to you.

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Partial United States Undergraduate Closes in 26 days

Brighthouse Scholar Connections Scholarship Program

Brighthouse Scholar Connections, Inc.

Amount
$2,500-$10,000 per year; up to $40,000 total
Deadline
Nov 1, 2026

Underrepresented high school seniors, undergraduates, or trade-school students at Brighthouse partner institutions who demonstrate financia…

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Partial United States Undergraduate Closes in 26 days

Frank J. Vigilante Scholarship

Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans

Amount
Up to $5,000 as a one-time scholarship
Deadline
Nov 1, 2026

Illinois residents of Italian extraction who demonstrate financial need and academic achievement and are admitted to or enrolled at an accr…

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Partial United States Undergraduate and trade school Closes in 26 days

Oregon Chafee Education and Training Voucher Program

Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission Office of Student Access and Completion

Amount
Up to $5,000 per academic year
Deadline
Nov 1, 2026

Current or former foster youth age 25 or younger meeting Oregon Chafee history requirements and demonstrating postsecondary financial need.

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Varies United States Graduate Closes in 26 days

Colonel Archer B. Battista Veterans Scholarship

Hampden County Bar Association

Amount
At least $1,000; the exact award amount varies
Deadline
Nov 1, 2026

Honorably discharged U.S. veterans or current U.S. military members admitted for the upcoming year to an accredited law school, with select…

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Partial United States Undergraduate Closes in 29 days

Good Tidings Community Service Scholarship

Good Tidings Foundation

Amount
$10,000 paid over four years
Deadline
Nov 4, 2026

Financially underserved 2027 high school graduates from an eligible Northern or Central California county with a strong record of community…

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Partial United States, Canada, or Mexico Graduate Closes in 31 days

Jacobs Holly A. Cornell Scholarship

American Water Works Association and Jacobs

Amount
$10,000
Deadline
Nov 6, 2026

Graduate water-supply or treatment students from the U.S., Canada, or Mexico who are first-generation graduates, economically disadvantaged…

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Partial Multiple countries and territories Undergraduate Closes in 40 days

Soroptimist Live Your Dream Awards

Soroptimist International of the Americas

Amount
$1,000-$16,000
Deadline
Nov 15, 2026

Women with financial need who support dependents and are pursuing vocational training or an undergraduate degree in a participating Soropti…

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Partial United States Undergraduate Closes in 40 days

VFW Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship

Veterans of Foreign Wars and Sport Clips Haircuts

Amount
Up to $5,000
Deadline
Nov 15, 2026

U.S. service members and veterans at rank E-5 or below who completed required training, demonstrate financial need, and attend or are accep…

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Varies United States Undergraduate Closes in 40 days

Lincoln-Lane Foundation Scholarship

The Lincoln-Lane Foundation

Amount
Varies according to financial need and college costs
Deadline
Nov 15, 2026

Tidewater Virginia residents with a 3.0 GPA, financial need, and plans for a U.S. four-year institution.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Kids’ Chance of Maine Scholarship

Kids’ Chance of Maine

Amount
$1,000-$5,000 annually based on financial need
Deadline
Nov 30, 2026

A student age 26 or younger who is the dependent child of a Maine worker killed or seriously harmed in a compensable work-related incident …

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Kids’ Chance of Michigan Scholarship

Kids’ Chance of Michigan

Amount
$3,750-$7,500
Deadline
Dec 15, 2026

A Michigan resident age 17-22 whose parent was killed or catastrophically injured in an undisputed compensable Michigan workplace accident …

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Varies United States Undergraduate

Kids’ Chance of New York Scholarship

Kids’ Chance of New York

Amount
Varies based on financial need and available funding
Deadline
Dec 19, 2026

A student age 26 or younger who is the dependent child of a New York worker killed or seriously harmed in a work-related incident and has f…

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Varies United States Any level

Community Foundation of Northern Illinois Scholarship Program

Community Foundation of Northern Illinois

Amount
Varies; more than $500,000 is awarded through 130+ scholarships
Deadline
Jan 1, 2027

A graduating senior or older student who matches at least one CFNIL fund, usually through residence in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, or Winnebag…

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Partial United States Undergraduate, junior college, vocationa

C. Valentine Bates Memorial HOPE Scholarship

Florida State Elks Association

Amount
$3,000 to $20,000
Deadline
Jan 15, 2027

Florida-resident U.S.-citizen high school seniors with an unweighted 2.30–3.59 GPA, financial need, and evidence of leadership, service, ci…

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Partial United States Any level

DAR Occupational/Physical Therapy Scholarship

Daughters of the American Revolution

Amount
$5,000
Deadline
Jan 31, 2027

A U.S. citizen with financial need who is accepted into or attending an accredited occupational, physical, art, or music therapy program in…

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Partial United States Any level

DAR American Indian Scholarship

Daughters of the American Revolution

Amount
$4,000
Deadline
Jan 31, 2027

An American Indian vocational, undergraduate, or graduate student with a recognized tribal card, financial need, and at least a 3.25 GPA.

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Partial United States Any level

DAR Caroline E. Holt Nursing Scholarship

Daughters of the American Revolution

Amount
$2,500 one-time award
Deadline
Jan 31, 2027

A U.S. citizen with financial need who has been accepted into or is enrolled in an accredited U.S. nursing program.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Daniel D. Smothers Memorial Scholarship

Saginaw Community Foundation

Amount
Award amount varies
Deadline
Feb 12, 2027

A City of Saginaw resident graduating from Saginaw United High School with at least a 2.5 GPA who will pursue an undergraduate degree full …

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Partial United States Undergraduate

CollegeCounts Scholarship Program

CollegeCounts Board of Directors and Alabama State Treasurer

Amount
$4,000 for a four-year college or $2,000 for a two-year college
Deadline
Feb 28, 2027

An Alabama resident and U.S. citizen entering college for the first time with financial need and at least a 2.75 GPA.

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Partial United States Any level

M. Verna Butterer Scholarship/Loan Program

M. Verna Butterer Educational Trust

Amount
Up to $16,000 per year: 50% scholarship and 50% interest-free loan
Deadline
Mar 15, 2027

A U.S. citizen who has lived in Bucks County for at least one year, demonstrates financial need, and will study full time in an accredited …

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Colorado Masons’ Benevolent Fund Four-Year Scholarship

Colorado Masons’ Benevolent Fund Association

Amount
Up to $7,000 per year; $28,000 maximum over four years
Deadline
Mar 15, 2027

A U.S.-citizen graduating senior from a Colorado public high school who will attend an accredited postsecondary institution in Colorado.

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Partial United States Any level

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

Amount
Up to $15,000 per year; the 2025–26 average award was $7,700
Deadline
Apr 1, 2027

A financially needy postsecondary student actively organizing for progressive social change while enrolled in a degree, certificate, trade,…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Priscilla Maxwell Endicott Scholarship

Connecticut Women’s Golf Association Scholarship Fund

Amount
Varies; the official scholarship page does not publish a fixed award amount
Deadline
Apr 13, 2027

A Connecticut girl entering or attending college who participates in golf, demonstrates financial need, and has a strong academic record.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

DeNise Agriculture Scholarship

New York State Grange

Amount
$1,000
Deadline
Apr 15, 2027

A New York resident pursuing an undergraduate agriculture major with financial need and documented FFA, SkillsUSA, 4-H, FCCLA, or Grange pa…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Delmar Foundation Scholarship

Delmar Foundation

Amount
Up to $5,000 for the academic year
Deadline
Apr 30, 2027

A financially needy Franklin Regional School District resident pursuing an eligible certificate, associate, or bachelor’s program without a…

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Partial United States Undergraduate and vocational training

Unite2Uplift Breaking Barriers Scholarship

Unite2Uplift, Inc.

Amount
Up to $1,500
Deadline
May 31, 2027

Colorado residents ages 18–24 who are high school seniors or recent graduates, have a 2.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need, and plan college…

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Varies United States Undergraduate

Kids’ Chance of Tennessee Scholarship

Kids’ Chance of Tennessee

Amount
Varies based on financial need and available funding
Deadline
Jun 1, 2027

A Tennessee resident age 16-25 who is the dependent of a parent or guardian seriously injured or killed in a qualifying workplace accident,…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

New York State Higher Education Services Corporation

Amount
$1,000–$5,665 per year toward tuition
Deadline
Jun 30, 2027

A qualifying New York resident or DREAM Act student enrolled in an approved New York undergraduate program and within TAP income limits.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Adolph Rzotkewicz Nursing Scholarship

Allegheny Kiski Health Foundation

Amount
$1,000–$1,500
Deadline
Jun 30, 2027

Alle-Kiski Valley high-school seniors with documented financial need who have been accepted into an accredited RN or BSN program.

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Partial United States Any level

David A. Ladizki Law School Scholarship

Hampden County Bar Foundation

Amount
Award amount varies
Deadline
Jul 15, 2027

A student admitted to an accredited law school who currently resides in Hampden or Hampshire County, Massachusetts and has lived there for …

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Pennsylvania Chafee Education and Training Grant

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency and Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Amount
Up to $5,000 per academic year, limited by financial need and cost of attendance
Deadline
Apply annually by completing the FAFSA and current Chafee ETG form; confirm processing dates with PHEAA

A Pennsylvania resident under 26 who experienced foster care at age 16 or older and enrolls at least half time in an eligible undergraduate…

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Partial United States Undergraduate and vocational

Alaska Education Grant

Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education

Amount
$500–$4,000 per academic year
Deadline
No separate state deadline published; submit the FAFSA as early as possible because funds are limited

Financially needy Alaska residents in eligible undergraduate or vocational programs at participating Alaska institutions who file the FAFSA…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Pacific Islands University President’s Grant

Pacific Islands University

Amount
Up to $500 per semester after other grants are applied
Deadline
Returning students: before registration closes; new students: no later than 30 days after registration closes

A Pacific Islands University program student with remaining financial need after other grants, a current FAFSA, and a timely General Schola…

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Varies United States Undergraduate

Baylor Baptist Heritage Scholarship

Baylor University

Amount
Amount varies; limited need-based funding
Deadline
No fixed date published; funding is first-come, first-served

Need-based incoming Baylor freshmen who are actively involved in a Baptist church and can provide church-official certification.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Minnesota State Grant

Minnesota Office of Higher Education

Amount
Varies based on financial need, enrollment, tuition, and other aid
Deadline
30th day of the academic term

Minnesota residents with financial need pursuing a first undergraduate certificate or degree at an eligible Minnesota institution.

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Varies United States Any level

Columbia University Vagelos Scholarship Program

Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

Amount
Meets 100% of calculated financial need with scholarships and no loans; amount varies
Deadline
Financial-aid priority dates vary

An admitted or enrolled Columbia VP&S MD student who completes the full financial-aid application and demonstrates calculated need.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Cornell Grants and Endowed Scholarships

Cornell University

Amount
Varies up to demonstrated financial need; amounts are not fixed
Deadline
Varies by applicant type; students must apply for aid annually

An admitted or continuing Cornell undergraduate who completes the required annual aid applications and demonstrates financial need.

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Partial United States Any level

David C. Lizárraga Fellowship

TELACU Education Foundation

Amount
Award amount varies
Deadline
Current deadline is listed in the official TELACU application

A first-generation, full-time graduate student with financial need, at least a 2.5 GPA, and permanent residence in California, Illinois, Ne…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Penn State Barry H. Marshal Scholarship

Penn State Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity

Amount
Varies according to available funding and the recipient’s financial need
Deadline
Scholarship nominations open during the fall semester; use the current official form for the applicable date

A prospective or current Penn State undergraduate with financial need who advocates for or contributes to the LGBTQ+ community.

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Varies United States Undergraduate

Alfred State Blue and Gold Housing Scholarship

Alfred State College (SUNY)

Amount
Amount varies based on financial need and funding availability
Deadline
No separate scholarship deadline; apply for admission and financial aid, then commit by May 1 if awarded

Financially needy full-time Alfred State students who study and live on the Alfred or Wellsville campus.

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Fully funded United States Undergraduate

Tennessee HOPE Foster Child Tuition Grant

Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation

Amount
Cost of attendance after gift aid, capped at tuition and mandatory fees
Deadline
Sep 1, 2026 (past deadline)

HOPE-eligible Tennessee students with qualifying state-custody, adoption, or guardianship history certified by the Department of Children's…

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Fully funded United States Undergraduate

WGA Evans Scholars Program

Western Golf Association Evans Scholars Foundation

Amount
Full tuition and housing; valued at more than $125,000 over four years
Deadline
Sep 30, 2026 (past deadline)

High school seniors and college freshmen with a strong golf-caddie record, excellent academics, financial need, and outstanding character.

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Partial United States Undergraduate and graduate

Albert Baker Fund Scholarship

The Albert Baker Fund

Amount
$1,000-$7,500 per academic year
Deadline
Aug 29, 2026 (past deadline)

Christian Scientists meeting academic and faith-reference requirements while pursuing accredited college, graduate, vocational, or certific…

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Partial United States Vocational

Sheltair & Avfuel Future Takes Flight Aviation Technicians Scholarship

Sheltair Aviation and Avfuel Corporation

Amount
$5,000 for aviation technician education or inspector authorization certification
Deadline
Aug 31, 2026 (past deadline)

People starting or continuing aviation technician coursework or pursuing mechanic inspector authorization certification who complete the di…

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Partial United States Any level

Sheltair & Avfuel Future Takes Flight Learning to Fly Scholarship

Sheltair Aviation and Avfuel Corporation

Amount
$5,000 for flight training, ratings, aviation degrees, or qualifying certification
Deadline
Aug 31, 2026 (past deadline)

Aspiring or advancing aviation professionals seeking pilot training, ratings, an aviation degree, CAM certification, or upset-recovery trai…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

TxDOT Conditional Grant Program

Texas Department of Transportation

Amount
Up to $5,000 per semester or $10,000 per academic year, based on financial need
Deadline
Sep 1, 2026 (past deadline)

Economically disadvantaged Texas residents with at least a 2.5 GPA pursuing civil engineering or an approved business discipline and willin…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Pennsylvania State Grant Program

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency

Amount
Up to $6,000 for the 2026–2027 academic year; individual awards vary by need and enrollment
Deadline
Sep 1, 2026 (past deadline)

Pennsylvania residents with financial need who complete the FAFSA and required GrantUs forms for an eligible undergraduate program.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund

Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund

Amount
$400 to $1,600 for the fall 2026 term
Deadline
Sep 1, 2026 (past deadline)

Low-income single parents in the ASPSF service area who have primary custody of a dependent child and are pursuing an eligible credential w…

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Partial United States Undergraduate and eligible certificate s

California Competitive Cal Grant – Community College September Cycle

California Student Aid Commission

Amount
Awards vary by Cal Grant type and institution; all awards are subject to the state budget
Deadline
Sep 2, 2026 (past deadline)

Eligible California community college students who submit a FAFSA or CADAA and verified GPA by September 2, meet residency, financial, acad…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant

New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority

Amount
Up to approximately $14,404 for 2026-27, depending on need and institution type
Deadline
Sep 15, 2026 (past deadline)

New Jersey residents with financial need enrolled in approved undergraduate programs at participating in-state institutions.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant

Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid

Amount
Up to $500 per academic year for freshmen and sophomores and $1,000 for juniors and seniors
Deadline
Sep 15, 2026 (past deadline)

Mississippi residents with the required academic record who receive less than the maximum Pell Grant and enroll full-time at an approved in…

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Partial Worldwide Undergraduate

Fund for Education Abroad Winter/Spring 2027 Scholarships

Fund for Education Abroad

Amount
$1,000 to $10,000 depending on program length and the FEA general or matched scholarship award
Deadline
Sep 16, 2026 (past deadline)

Financially eligible U.S. undergraduates age 18 or older who will earn home-school credit for a first post-high-school study-abroad experie…

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Partial United States Undergraduate

ALKU Scholarship

ALKU and Mass Mentoring Partnership

Amount
$30,000
Deadline
Sep 20, 2026 (past deadline)

Massachusetts rising seniors with a 2.75 GPA, a year-long nonparent mentoring relationship, and plans to enter a four-year college in fall …

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Partial United States Undergraduate

SDEF Empower Scholarship Program

Swami Dayanand Education Foundation

Amount
Up to $20,000
Deadline
Sep 30, 2026 (past deadline)

Fort Bend County high school juniors and seniors with a 3.0 GPA who plan full-time undergraduate study in the United States.

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Partial United States Graduate

Foundation Education Award Scholarship

The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society

Amount
$9,600
Deadline
Sep 30, 2026 (past deadline)

Pennsylvania medical students with economic hardship and a strong record of serving medically underserved communities.

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Partial United States Graduate

Truex Family Scholarship

The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society

Amount
$4,000
Deadline
Sep 30, 2026 (past deadline)

Financially needy second-, third-, or fourth-year Lewis Katz School of Medicine students with service to medically underserved populations.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Ohio College Opportunity Grant

Ohio Department of Higher Education

Amount
Up to $5,000 for 2026-27, depending on institution sector and enrollment
Deadline
Oct 1, 2026 (past deadline)

Ohio residents with a Student Aid Index of $3,750 or less and household income no greater than $96,000 in eligible undergraduate study.

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Partial Multiple countries Undergraduate

AIFS Abroad John S. Linakis Scholarship

AIFS Abroad

Amount
$5,000
Deadline
Oct 1, 2026 (past deadline)

AIFS Abroad study-abroad students with limited financial resources who demonstrate interest in and commitment to social justice.

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Partial United States Trade school, undergraduate, and graduat

Doris Buffett Independence Scholar Grant

Women’s Independence Scholarship Program, Inc.

Amount
$1,000–$2,500 per semester or quarter; master’s awards average $1,500
Deadline
Oct 1, 2026 (past deadline)

U.S. citizen or permanent-resident survivors of intimate partner abuse separated for one to ten years and pursuing accredited education for…

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