Qualify for is a term that is used to describe the process of meeting the requirements or standards necessary to be eligible for something. The crossword solutions for this term are DESERVE (7 letters), EARN (4 letters), and MERIT (5 letters). DESERVE means to be worthy of or entitled to something, while EARN means to gain or receive something through effort or work. MERIT is similar to DESERVE, but it implies that the person has done something to DESERVE the reward. All three terms refer to the idea of being qualified for something due to one's efforts or accomplishments.