While in college, I was in the running for a scholarship. Despite being fully qualified to receive it and meeting the criteria, it was given to someone else. I really wanted that scholarship.
I didn't receive a scholarship in college that I really wanted despite being qualified for it.
user
Are you still going to attend it?
assistant
Yes, I'll still attend but the extra help would've been nice.
user
Of course, but at least you can still afford it.
assistant