how to pay for grad school.

You've decided that graduate school is the right next step for you. Now comes the hard part: how to pay for grad school. Our tips and tools help you explore your options for grad school financial aid, including scholarships, grants, and loans.

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Get expert answers to questions about higher education funding.

• Use 5 Strategies to Pay for Graduate School
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5 Steps to Getting More Money From Your Graduate School

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• Maximize Your Chances for Need-Based Grants or Scholarships
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Looking to Save for Grad School? Here’s How

There are numerous glimmers of hope for getting school funding.

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• Getting Published Can Lead to Grad School Aid

Explore Graduate Student Loan Options for 2012

• Graduate Stafford Loan FAQs
• Graduate PLUS Loan FAQs
• Perkins Loans FAQs

Find Scholarships for Graduate School

Funding may be available if you know where to look.

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• Grad School Grants by Field

Where to Find Grad School Loan Forgiveness

Help is available to students in fields from law to medicine.

• Repay Student Loans Based on Your Income

Pros & Cons of Interest-Free Student Loans

No-interest loans from charities and colleges save students thousands, but involve hassles.

• Private Student Loan Finder

Studying Abroad: A Cost Effective Grad School Alternative

Going to grad school abroad may be cheaper and smarter than you think.

Paying for Online Education

Get tips and guides on how to fund an online degree.

• Consider This Before You Pay for an Online Degree
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