Are you eligible for a grant or a scholarship?

FOR the majority of prospective college students, funding a third-level education is a big consideration.

Students and their families should be aware of supports they are eligible to receive if they qualify for a college place next autumn.

As well as the maintenance grants available as part of the Government’s programme of student support — almost €6,000 a year for those from the lowest-income homes, despite further cuts in Budget 2012 — a range of scholarships is also available.