I live in the Philadelphia area. Where can I get some money to cover my college Tuition?

Question

I have been trying to contiue my educationfor about years. Every time I try to sign up for school, I never have enough financial aid to cover the cost of my classes. I feel like I'll never have enough money to cover. My credit is really crapy, so It's almost imposible for me to get alone. If anyone knows where I can catch a break, please let me know.

Answer 1

There are a couple of sources for scholarships out there. However, some are limited due to you being a couple of years out of high school, but it is not impossible.

First, check with the college's financial aid office and website. They have a list of private scholarships from companies and outisde organizations. Also, some colleges and universities have scholarships for transfer students or those with an associates degree out there.

Second, Google.com and Yahoo.com your college major, ethnic group, and religion with the word scholarship. Sometimes, there will be scholarships based on these qualities.

Third, I would still try FAFSA.ed.gov because there is the possibility of still qualifying for need based financial aid from the college and federal government.

Finally, there are free membership scholarship search websites. Most are updated on a regular basis.

Good luck!

http://www.supercollege.com/
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
http://www.fastweb.com/
http://www.brokescholar.com/
http://www.gocollege.com/
http://www.collegenet.com/
http://www.findtuition.com/
http://www.studentawards.com/
http://www.finaid.org/
http://www.scholarships.com/
http://apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp
http://scholarships.fatomei.com/
http://www.freschinfo.com/
http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/
http://www.usnews.com/usnews/edu/dollars/tools/scholarship_search.htm
http://www.careersandcolleges.com/
http://www.back2college.com/library/scholarships.htm
http://www.clubscholarship.com/

Answer 2

Well, you are going to have to take the first step of self-education. Learn how the word crappy is spelled, and learn that what you are trying to get it a loan, not alone. Get a menial job, maybe two, save your money. If you can do that for a year or two, and learn to spell, and pay attention to detail, you stand a better chance. People in general are unwillng to loan money to people for education when there is not much chance of success, even less so when they cannot manage their money.

Answer 3

Scholarships are helpful. If you can, look for a job that is willing to pay for your schooling.

Answer 4

get a JOB!

Answer 5

fafsa.gov