Since then, Hermioneput, a small amount aside, and the scholarship Hogwarts offered for muggle-born students like herself. Last year, Professor McGonagall had directed her to post-Hogwarts studies and where she could write for further funds until she had a job. At the time, Professor Umbridge had cleared her throat, advising that "Miss Granger may not be eligible." But McGonagall had assured that many of her muggle-born students had received such scholarships due to far less academic success than Hermione. 