Scholarships?
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Yes, check your financial aid office. Also I don't know how long you've worked at your job or what sort of company it is, but a lot of companies offer tuition reimbursement or have scholarships. There are also not-for-profit organizations that offer scholarships for certain groups of people - single mothers have a few organizations of their own. Take a look at this website, it has a few great resources you could use: http://www.singlemom.com/career/financia...
Don't discount taking out a few student loans if you need them, too. Taking out a federal loan will mean you graduate with a little bit of debt, but the interest rates are so low and your earning potential with the degree is so high that it's really not the burden many people think it is - so long as you only borrow the absolute minimum. You know how when you start a business you have to have capital to invest in it and if you don't have that you go to the bank for a loan? Your education is the same kind of investment in your future- take the loan if you really need it and don't sweat it too badly. Just stick to government loans because the interest rates are lower, and keep an eye out on consolidation opportunities when you graduate to lock in a fixed low interest.
Good luck - you're doing a great thing by finishing school. My mom did the same thing and I totally respect her for it. Her hard work inspired me to keep pushing for a masters degree.
Try the univ. financial aid office. It's easier than battling with federal financial aid. Usually, a univ. fin aid's office will have a posting or a list of scholarships which are offered.
The easiest time to get a scholarship at univ. is when you're admitted. But still ask around.
Be warned though: your grades need to be strong for them to give you any help.
Go to your local library, take a pad and some spare change. Look in the reference section, they always have a big book on scholarships. Copy some that interest you.
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