This directory of financial aid sources for minority students majoring in engineering or scientific fields includes the following types of information: (1) summary and description of the field, including college enrollment statistics, degrees awarded, demand for graduates (including salary ranges), and definitions of major fields; (2) directory of financial aid programs that assist minority group students with scholarships, fellowships, loans or other financial aid (each directory entry provides the name and address of the organization and a brief description of the type of aid provided and any special restrictions or requirements); (3) a list of associations and other organizations in these fields offering additional assistance to students; and (4) a list of books and other resources. An index by major field is also provided. (KM)

This directory of financial aid sources for minority students with any major includes the following types of information: (1) a summary and description of the fields, including college enrollment statistics, the costs of higher education, definitions of types of financial aid, and financial aid offices; (2) a directory of general scholarships, fellowships, and grants programs; (3) a description of federal student financial aid programs; (4) a list of other sources of information of financial aid and colleges; and (5) a glossary of financial aid terminology. (KM)