scholarship

noun B2

Meaning

A scholarship is a financial grant awarded to a student to support their education, often based on academic merit or financial need.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "scholarship" with "fellowship," which typically refers to a more advanced level of study or research funding.

Example Sentences

Can you tell me how to apply for the scholarship ?
I applied for a scholarship to help pay my college fees .
She applied for a scholarship to study at the university .
She applied for a scholarship to support her university studies .

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