financial aid
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of financial aid
First recorded in 1770–80, for an earlier sense
Example Sentences
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California’s high school Class of 2026 set a record by surpassing a 70% completion rate for financial aid applications, driven by a state mandate and school incentives.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
Because my school considered my parents’ income and assets, I didn’t qualify for financial aid and ultimately had to repay more than $130,000 in loans at 11% interest.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 6, 2026
The financial aid office has also “met with academic departments and University leadership to review the implications of the new rules, so faculty and administrators are equipped to support students appropriately,” Jordan said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 6, 2026
His parents paid for the local private school, his campaign says; at the pricier Hotchkiss, he had financial aid.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 6, 2026
I don’t know why I was surprised to find out that Drew was on financial aid.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
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