Families may pursue low-interest loans with agreeable repayment schedules through their local lending institutions . Applications and information are available through these sources:
- Kennebec Savings Bank, Maine
Offers an individualized approach to Central Maine families
www.kennebecsavings.com
Or call their lenders in Augusta, Waterville, or Winthrop
Kennebec Savings Bank has a Kents Hill Loan program for its customers: click here for more details.
Achiever Loan, Key Bank, USA
Apply online: www.key.com/achieverloan
Phone: 800-KEY-LEND, x6431
PrepGATE, Bank of America and First Marblehead Corporation
Apply online: www.prepgate.com
Phone: 888-353-GATE
K-12 Family Education Loan Program, SLM Financial Corporation, a Sallie Mae Company
Be sure to include the KHS code: 605722 when applying
Apply on-line: www.salliemae.com
Phone: 888-2-SALLIE
The Foundation Scholars Program offers a $1,000 scholarship for candidates who have been active members of the United Methodist Church for at least one year. Contact the Director of Admissions for information. Deadline: August 15th.
The Challenger Scholarship is for Maine students attending private secondary schools. The scholarships are typically $1,000 per year and preference is given to entering freshmen. Visit www.mainecf.org or call 877-700-6800 for more information. Deadline: May 1st.
Check with your local high school and organizations about other scholarships that might apply in your area.
