beasiswa
Also called: bantuan pendidikan
Education funding assistance that does not need to be repaid, usually with certain conditions.
What it means
A scholarship is education assistance given to students, whether from the government, campus, or other institutions. Its forms vary, from tuition discounts to living cost support. Each scholarship has different requirements, coverage, and obligations.
Why it matters for families
Scholarships can cover part of education costs, but not always all of them. Families need to read the coverage terms so they don't miscalculate funding needs. Merit-based scholarships usually require maintained academic achievement.
Example
For example, a scholarship only covers tuition, while housing costs are still borne by the family. Parents prepare a separate monthly fund for that need.
Common misunderstanding
Many think a scholarship means all tuition and living costs are covered. The coverage of each program differs and needs to be checked one by one.