A skylight doesn’t change the room. It just shows you more of the sky.
Every girl deserves to see how much more there is, too. We are here to help you see more.
See the six colleges and their aidFree, in plain language, checked against each college’s own page.
A free guide for students who didn’t know private universities could be an option
Many colleges offer need-based and merit-based aid, but the information is scattered, hard to read, and often out of date. This site collects it in one place, in plain language, from the colleges’ own pages, with the date each fact was checked.
It was started by Shreya Choudhary, a student at Ashoka University who also visits schools in Delhi to run free sessions for Class 11 and 12 girls on options beyond medicine and engineering.
Skylight Sessions is not affiliated with any government, organisation or college, takes no money from any college or agent, and does not guarantee admission or aid. Always confirm details with the college before you apply.
What we do
- Collect scholarship and financial aid information from official college pages
- Explain in plain language who qualifies, how to apply, and what aid does and doesn’t cover
- Run free sessions for Class 11 and 12 girls in schools in Delhi
- Explain what liberal arts is and what people do after studying it
What we don’t do
- Charge students or families anything
- Act as an admission agent or take commissions from colleges
- Promise admission or scholarships
- Write or submit applications for students
- Collect students’ personal details
What is liberal arts?
Liberal arts is a way of studying where you learn a mix of subjects instead of one narrow track from day one. You might take courses in history, economics, politics, psychology, literature, sociology, and also maths or science, then choose your main subject later.
It isn’t the same as the “arts stream” in school. The idea is to build skills like reading closely, writing clearly, reasoning with evidence and asking good questions, and those skills apply almost anywhere.
Many programmes accept students from any Class 12 stream, but check each college’s requirements for your subject.
Where it can lead
- Policy and research
- Law
- Journalism and media
- Development sector
- Teaching
- Business
- Further study
- It may suit you if
- you enjoy reading, writing, discussion and exploring ideas.
- It may not suit you if
- you already know you want a specific licensed profession (like medicine).
Six universities, and what they say about scholarships
Each card is based on the college’s own website. Open “Scholarships and aid” to see who can get help, what it covers and how to apply.
Last checked: 13 November 2026
Stay safe
- Never pay anyone to get you admission or a scholarship. Colleges do not need agents.
- Always confirm details on the college’s own website.
- If something sounds too good to be true, ask a teacher first.
From our sessions
Free sessions for Class 11 and 12 girls in schools across Delhi, on options beyond medicine and engineering. Want one at your school? Ask your teacher to write to us.
Questions students often ask
Is Skylight Sessions really free?
Yes. We don’t charge students or families anything, and we don’t take money from colleges or agents.
I’m in science or commerce. Can I still study liberal arts?
Usually, yes. Many liberal arts programmes accept students from any Class 12 stream. Some majors, like the sciences, may need certain subjects, so check each college’s requirements.
Will asking for financial aid hurt my chances of admission?
Ashoka and Krea say their admission is “need-blind”, which means asking for aid does not affect the admission decision. For other colleges, ask the admissions office. Never skip asking for aid out of fear.
When do I apply for aid?
Usually with your admission application or right after you get an offer. Some colleges ask you to tick a “financial aid” box on the form at the very start. Applying in early rounds often gives you more time and a better chance.
What documents will my family need?
Most colleges ask for proof of family income (income tax returns, salary slips or an income certificate), bank statements, details of property and loans, and school fee receipts. Start collecting these while you are in Class 12.
My family doesn’t file income tax returns. Can I still apply?
Yes. Some colleges accept an income certificate instead (Azim Premji University asks for one if family income is below ₹2.5 lakh). If you are unsure, write to the college’s aid office and explain your situation.
Does aid cover the hostel and food?
It depends on the college. Some cover only tuition, some also cover housing, and a few may help with food in special cases. Each college card above says what its page states.
Will someone come to my home?
Some colleges verify aid applications with a home visit or a call. This is normal. But real college staff will never ask you to pay money for it.
Do I have to pay the scholarship back?
No. Scholarships and fee waivers do not have to be paid back. Education loans do, so read the terms carefully before taking one.
Can Skylight fill my application for me?
No. We don’t write or submit applications. We explain how things work so you can do it yourself with confidence, and you can ask us questions anytime.
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