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Grants...Scholarship?
Asked by K.D. from Oklahoma City
on December 9, 2007
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Does anyone know of a good way to get grants and scholarship for college? please let me know! thanks
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- There are a couple of websites where you can do some free searches for scholarships. Never pay for it when you can get it free. You'll also need to fill out some infor...
- I would ask the admissions officer of the college you are wanting to go to. They should help you fill out forms and tell you what programs you qualify for on the spot...
- Go to www.fastweb.com. You will fill out a profile and the site will select possible grants and scholarships that you can apply for.
Education
Asked by C.D. from San Diego
on March 30, 2009
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I am wanting some input regarding the Education budget in the State of California. I have very concerned about all the budget cuts that are going to effect my children...
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- From what I have heard so far, the class sizes will be increased, even in the lower elementary grades. There may be cuts to extracurricular subjects like art or music...
- C., I say, No Worries! I teach in North County and have rec'd a "pink slip" for the 2nd year in a row. Things always work themselves out by the time school starts. ...
- If you want to be active and voice your opinion regarding potential cuts to education, please write letters to Sacramento and the board in your school district. Also, ...
Continuing Education
Asked by K.B. from Harrisburg
on January 6, 2007
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I am looking for any information on grants or free money for continuing a college education for single parents.
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- If you go to a college they have a ton of info there. As a matter of fact you need to fill out Fasfa forms before you can even apply for a loan and that will help get ...
- Check out scholarships and grants on www.Fastweb.com. It's free to register. The questionairre is a bit long, but there are literally billions of dollars that you co...
- Dear KB, Try these: *Johnson & Johnson website "discovernursing.com" There's a section on scholarhip there. *PEO is a women's organization that gives money ...
Need Advice on Colleges and Grants
Asked by S.S. from Kansas City
on February 8, 2008
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I am wanting to start taking some college classes, I never realy went to college after highschool. Now that I have a child I'm starting to make some smarter decisions...
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- The first place you need to go is FAFSA.com. It's the Federal site for financial aid. Good luck and GREAT for you !!!
- Where are you located? There is a college in Rockford,IL that has online classes and classes at the campus. It's called Rasmussen. If you want more info feel free to c...
- You can go on line to www.fafsa.ed.gov, this is the US Department of Education Federal Student Aid sight. It will tell you what information from you is needed to appl...
College Grants for Single Mom
Asked by A.B. from Memphis
on February 19, 2011
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Hi mamas! I am trying to get back into school so I can gain back my independence! I live with my son's father (even though we aren't together) and stay at home with m...
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- Yes, you need to fill out the FAFSA form online. You will need your basic personal information and your latest tax return information. I would also suggest contact...
- I don't know if it's legit or not, but I was on a couponing website yesterday and there was an ad for scholarships for moms, I thought about it, because there was a po...
- When you register for college, get an appointment with the financial aid office. They can tell you about all sorts of grants and scholarships that most people don't kn...
Saving for Education
Asked by A.W. from San Francisco
on April 4, 2008
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I am wanting to open up an education account for my 7mos old and wondering if 529 is really the best way to go. I also want something that is a liquid asset so I plan ...
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- A 529 plan is a real blessing, but it is meant for college or post secondary education only. This is the way it works...you put in money and it grows tax free. You c...
- Hi A., Our accountant set up 529 accounts for our kids. We contributed for one year. They continue to perform quite well. However... There will always be someone (...
- The great thing about the 529 is that you can use it for anything education related, not just college. If you decide your kid should go to a private school, you can wi...
Online Education
Asked by T.C. from Spartanburg
on May 2, 2007
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I am wanting to go back to school to further my education. I can't really go to a campus-based school due to children and work schedules. Has anyone ever went and ob...
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- Hello T., Try this link http://www.detc.org/search_schools.php and leave everything blank except subject taught. This site is Distance Education and Training we...
- My husband goes to Saint Leo's. They have both online classes as well as traditional classes. He really likes it!
- Hi, I have worked on a degree online, and I also work for a major university. Most major accredited universities/ colleges offer distance education and online degre...
Requesting Tips on Applying for Grants, Scholarships, Etc. for College
Asked by S.S. from Chicago
on October 24, 2008
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I have a 17 year old stepson who recently informed his Dad & I that he wants to attend a 4 yr. college next fall. Our plan was to have him stick around & get his basi...
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- Go to collegezone.com for lists of several grants and scholarships. It was formally the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC). I went into special education an...
- You can start with FAFSA first. Then try his high school website. I know they offer scholarships. Fastweb.com is a good place for scholarships, Collegeboard.com too...
- S., Talk to your stepson's high school guidance counselor. Many high schools provide special seminars in planning for college including financial aid. Also check out ...
Grants and Scholarships for College
Asked by G.F. from Dallas
on September 22, 2008
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Hey there - does anyone know of tried and TRUE websites to get grants and scholarships for my 2nd year college daughter - her major is elementary education. Her dad l...
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- there is a new grant called TEACH. she would have to commit to a low income district for a few years but they pretty much cover everything.. definitely something to re...
- she should contact the financial aide office at her school, they would be able to direct her to grants/scholarships that she would qualify for, & also they can help wi...
- Talk to the school financial aid office. The current years financial aid is based off of last years income but if there has been a significant change in income (such ...
Single Mom Education
Asked by A.A. from Washington DC
on September 12, 2009
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Does anyone know anything about the state helping out single moms to go back to school to get their degree?
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- If yu re in dc they have the DC Leap, DC Scholarship, go to www.dc.gov and look under paying for education, make sure you fill out your FAFSA you can get a pell gran. ...
- I got my degree in Therapeutic Massage using only grants. I did not pay for anything out of my pocket, and if there was any left over after the drop time, they mailed...
- Hi, A. - There is lots of aid available; I'm not sure how much is through the state. You can do scholarship searches, specific to single moms. You may also want to c...
