Where can I search for grad school financial aid?

Question

I'm finishing two applications for graduate school and I know that I need financial aid. More specifically, I'm applying to two ELCA seminaries. I'm a member of FastWeb. I'd like to have some additional options. Thanks in advance!

Answer 1

There are a couple of options actually in finding money for grad school. First, you could become a graduate or research assistant at the school because it will pay for your tuition along with a stipend depending on the school. Second, the FAFSA form could bring money because the amount will be based on your income solely instead of your parents' income being included too. Finally, you could join some more scholarship search websites, but the number of scholarships for grad school is limited. I have included some resource websites below. Good luck!

Answer 2

You have two main options: student loans and grants/scholarships.

The best type of student loan to get is a federal government loan. Here's what you need to do to get one:

1) Fill out the FAFSA. This will determine if you are eligible for financial aid. Go here:
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

2) Once you are eligible for aid, choose a government-based student loan. The best loan to get is a Federal Perkins Loan. These have low interest rates and the government will help you pay it back as long as you stay enrolled in school. You also don't need a cosigner or good credit for it. For more info go here:
http://www.studentfinancedomain.com/student_loans/perkins_student_loans.aspx

3) The next best loan to get is a Subsidized Stafford Loan. This has many of the same benefits as a Perkins Loan. Learn more here:
http://www.studentfinancedomain.com/student_loans/subsidized_stafford_loan.aspx

You can also try to get a grant or scholarship, which is free money that you won't have to pay back. You can read about them here:
http://www.studentfinancedomain.com/financial_aid/college_scholarship.aspx

And here are some good sites that offer grants and scholarships:
http://www.fedmoney.org/
http://www.freegovmoney.net/
http://www.grants.gov/
http://www.findtuition.com/scholarships/
http://apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp
http://www.educationplanner.com/education_planner/paying_article.asp?sponsor=2859&articleName=Grants_and_Scholarships
http://www.studentawards.com/
http://www.college-scholarships.com/

Good luck!

Answer 3

Here princess:
I found interesting information about your answer, college loans,SCHOLARSHIPS, college grants here. http://all-student-loan-consolidation.blogspot.com/2007/07/scholarships.html Good luck!