Scholarships are monetary rewards for specific students. They are awarded to those who have excellent academic performance, good conduct or outstanding performance in extracurricular activities such as sports and art. The amount of scholarships varies from small to symbolic. Some are big enough to pay tuition and fees, books and even living expenses, so that students can concentrate on their studies without financial pressure. The highest national scholarship is 8,000 yuan, and the national inspirational scholarship is 5,000 yuan.
Scholarships are financial assistance to students with financial difficulties. Unlike scholarships, grants usually only require students to meet minimum standards and successfully complete their studies.