Should parents check scholarship options before the student chooses a university?

Yes. Before choosing a university, students and their parents should review available scholarships, tuition reductions, and loan-based aid, comparing tuition and living costs, eligibility requirements, amounts, whether repayment is required, and application periods. This helps them estimate the financial burden after enrollment. Because rules and conditions vary by university, program, academic year, and student circumstances, they should confirm the latest details in official information and consider whether the options fit the household’s situation.