Saturday, September 6, 2008

paying for graduate school

How to Go to Medical School for Free

A growing number of government agencies, universities, and charities are offering free rides. more >>

The Problem with Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs

Loan forgiveness for public service won't add up for most students, one official says. more >>

Can a 401(k) Pay for Grad School?

A college savings account lets you avoid taxes and withdrawal penalties. more >>

How to Get Financial Aid for Grad School

Asking the right questions will save you money. more >>

Why Perkins Loans Are Harder to Get This Year

As many as 50,000 students could miss out on the low-cost loans. more >>

Maximize Your Chances for Need-Based Grants or Scholarships

Almost all graduate students feel they are financially “needy” because of big tuition bills more >>

Your Employer Can Help Pay for Your Degree

At least half of all American workers get some sort of educational benefit from their jobs. more >>

More Grad School Free Money: Taxes

Even if you don't get a scholarship or grant, you might still get a little free money from Uncle Sam. more >>

6 Steps to Getting Free Money for Grad School

At least 40 percent of grad students get some free money. more >>

Grad School Grants by Field

Focusing on certain fields will increase your chances of getting aid. more >>

Free Money with Strings Attached: Loan Repayment

If you work in the public sector or in certain regions, charities or the government may help you out. more >>

Getting Schools to Fight Over You

Even highly ranked grad schools are themselves competing fiercely for the best applicants. more >>

Scholarship Search Sites

Be careful: Many so-called scholarships are little more than marketing schemes. more >>

Best Federal Loans for Graduate Students

Federally backed student loans have several advantages over private loans and credit cards. more >>

Should You Consolidate Your Loans

Once you leave school, you can consolidate all of your federal student loans into one big debt. more >>

How to Reduce Your Borrowing Costs

It may be a wise move to borrow—in moderation and carefully—for your graduate education. more >>

The Grad School Payoff

Educated people do so much better in so many aspects of life by deepening your mind. more >>

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