I'm 40, I want to go to college but can't afford it. I raised my children they're grown and on their own. I would like to focus on a career for myself. I work full time. But don't make enough money for college. Is there help out there?
2006-12-30 10:12:09 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Financial Aid
I'm in my 50's and I have the same problem. I don't make that much money (enough to live on but not much else) but whenever I apply for scholorships I am told that I make too much money.
You will have to fill out a FAFSA every year, and just keep trying to find organizations (online or in your area) that give scholarships to women going back to school, or if (like me) you are recently divorced you can look for help in a "displaced homemaker" program in your area.
Best of Luck to you.
2006-12-30 10:21:39 · answer #1 · answered by SUSAN N 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, you can go to college. I have had lots of students who were middle aged, or even elderly!
Second, you should look around for the local community college. You can work on an Associate degree, either A.Science or A. Arts. The community colleges are designed just for working people who dont have time and money to go off to a full time residential college. They are cheap and many of the faculty are excellent teachers who really care about their students.
After you get your Associate degree you may wish to continue to work on a Bachelor's degree, but one step at a time... there is no rush. Try some different courses, ones that you think might be interesting. You have nothing to lose.
2006-12-31 15:17:08 · answer #2 · answered by matt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am 36 & just started back to school this year. I would start by applying for a pell grant, Google fafsa (what they call it), and make sure the website ends in .gov (official website), it's free to fill out. I received enough aid to cover all but a/b $130.00. If you do not qualify there are grants, scholarships, and student loans. Student loans are federal or private and don't have to be paid back until 6 months after you graduate. Go to www.salliemae.com, for fed loans & some private. Also for grants & scholarships go to www.princetonreview.com they have several websites that search for scholarships (for free). Also this website can help you choose a college & has a ton of advice on how to get started. Good for you & good luck.
2006-12-30 14:57:53 · answer #3 · answered by jinxy_cosmotuff 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have never been to college before, you should have no problem getting financial aid. Grants are the best thing because you don't have to pay those back. There maybe even scholarships out there for you. It just takes some research. In most cases the school can help you out. Good luck
2006-12-31 11:08:22 · answer #4 · answered by krw65 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any College should and will be able to help you with this.....regardless of your age! Simply go to the campus of your choice and ask to speak with the Financial Aid Officer.
If you want to do a little research on your own first....here's a good place to start:
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/financial-aid/grants-scholarships.htm
ps: I was 49 when I started college for the first time
2006-12-30 10:26:31 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What area are you looking to go into?
2006-12-31 09:42:51 · answer #6 · answered by Peace 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋