I'm currently applying to several colleges, some outside Arkansas, and I want to know if I can use the Arkansas Lottery Scholarship for out-of-state schools, or is it exclusively for Arkansas colleges?
The Arkansas Lottery Scholarship, also known as the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship, is specifically geared towards colleges and institutions within the state of Arkansas. Recipients of this scholarship must attend a public or private nonprofit institution located within Arkansas to be eligible for the funds.
The primary objective of this state-sponsored program is to facilitate academic growth within the state and incentivize students to receive higher education within Arkansas. Hence, unfortunately, you cannot use the scholarship funds for out-of-state institutions.
However, many states provide similar scholarships. So, you might wish to check for equivalent programs in the states where you are considering attending college. Each institution may also have guidance counselors or financial aid offices that can help you explore alternative scholarships and financial aid.
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