Ok... the obvious one... just paying out of pocket for it...is not possible.  I already have a large amount of student loans, so I really rather not go with that option, either.  Isn't there some grants out there for this, or scholarships?  I tired FastWeb, but didn't find a whole lot that would help me out.
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graduate programs and schools offer a variety of programs to  help pay for the education.  While loans are available, both secured and unsecured, there are also departmental grants, grad assistant stipends, work programs.  don't forget to check with your employeer, they may be willing to cover some of the cost if it helps with your job, and don't forget to check with who ever has your undergraduate loans, some programs will stop the loans while your at grad school.
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Sadly, if there were quick easy money out there, we'd all be going for it.  There isn't, really.  Best thing to do, I think, is look for other folks who are in a similar situation and pick their brains.  And/or talk w/ someone in a temp agency to get a feeling for the needs in your community.  Might be able to do some non-internet based computer work (medical transcriptionist?), or possibly phone work... hope things work out for you!
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I've had good luck with www.fastweb.net\n\nAlso, check the reference section of your local library - mine had a great big book broken down by state and/or area of interest and listed various scholarships.\n\nAnd, check your university's website.\n\nOnce you are accepted into a program, talk with the Dean or your advisor.  For graduate school, they are particularly helpful.  Your university and/or program might have scholarship money available for you to apply for.\n\nWhen all else fails... student loans are available, too.\n\nI should know ---- I've done all the above to finance my graduate education at my advanced age (I'll only admit to Over-30)
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You can get a loan legally speaking, just not a federally guranteed one unless you're a US citizen. That means you'd have to qualify for the loan & you just said your family went bankrupt, so that might be difficult. Also, your visa is probably conditional on you staying in school & may not allow you to work. If you can work & can take a little time off school, there are plenty opportunities where you can save up some money & get back to your education. I don't know how much you have left, but it might be expediant to pick up where you left off at a new school w/o paying the $5000. You won't be able to transfer your credits till you pay them, but you can go on with your education & save up over time to pay them off, then transfer those credits, after you pay them, in time to graduate. Just don't tell them about the previous school when you apply. You can also speak with your financial aid office about helping you find a scholarship.
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Pell Grants...you do not have to pay back. This is absolutely the best way to go, if you can get approved for one.
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I  don't know  if  there  is  any kind of    educational  grant  you might   be eligible to apply for,  but you would have to  find that out locally.       One thing you a re   right about....   nobody   is  ever  going to give  a   19 year  old  unemployed "college  student"  with   zero  credit   and  no collateral    an unsecured   loan.      Only  way I know  would be   if your parents, or   other   family  member or    family  friend could be persuaded to sign  a note   for you  at   the bank,  for    some not  too   huge  amount,   just to     get  you a leg up.   But   that  would mean   that if you defaulted on the loan, your co-signer becomes  responsible for paying   it  back.    Only you know     if   there is somebody in your life  who would be  willing to  take   a  chance  on you.     I hope   somebody  else might have   a  better answer  to offer.
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Did you do the FAFSA form.  I am kind of in the same boat.  I didn't go to school and I worked instead.  Now my FAFSA info will be based on my income of 20,000 even though if i go to school full-time I won't be making any money.  We should keep in touch and encourage each other.  I hate feeling like I have an "impossibbility complex" over something as simple as going to school.  If you can work out something to get through your first year, you will be eligible next year.  Take student loans, it should be worth it.  If you click my name, there is a link on my profile to send me an email.  Feel free!
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You need to look into grants and stuff. I have 2 going off to College and many medical bills. I need a sponsor or some help. \n\nGood luck.
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Try going to a credit union. Many allow membership if you are simply a local resident. Call around to find one that you can join. These nonprofits are sometimes more lenient on lending decisions, as well as on the interest rates.\n\nMany of these also have payday loan type products, but at 15% APR instead of the industry average 390% APR.
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Always seek out grant and scholarship aid first -- if that doesn't cover your costs, turn to loans second.  Exhaust all your options for federal, state, and institutional aid first, and only then consider a private/alternative loan.\n\nWould this be your first degree? Will you be attending undergraduate or graduate school?  The financing options tend to differ greatly dependning on the level of education you're seeking.  There is a lot more federal grant aid available to firs-time undergraduates, so if you fall into this category, you should certainly apply for anything you can.  \n\n1) File the FAFSA online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov (the only official site from the DOE -- you should never have to PAY to file this form).  Your school will use this form to determine your eligibility for federal, state, and many institutional aid programs.  Once you receive your offer from them, see whether it meets your needs.  If it doesn't...\n\n2) Apply for private grants and scholarships. These can be found at any number of organizations.  Check your local library for books/listings and churches/associations/clubs in your area for their offerings.  You might even want to visit your local high school for ideas.  Some colleges also maintain listings of private scholarship opporunities geared towards their students.  The internet has a variety of search engines as well:\n\nhttp://www.fastweb.com\nhttp://www.srnexpress.com\nhttp://www.scholarships.com\nhttp://www.scholarships101.com\nhttp://apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp\nhttp://services.princetonreview.com/default.asp?RUN=%2Fcollege%2Ffinance%2Fscholar%2FscholInterview%2Easp&RCN=auth&RDN=7&ALD=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Eprincetonreview%2Ecom\nhttp://www.collegeanswer.com/paying/content/pay_free_money.jsp\n\nIf you decide you need to borrow a loan, contact your school to make sure that they have offered you all the federal aid they can.  They consider any of the loans listed on FinAid.org's website (specifically the Sallie Mae Signature loan, which is by far the most widely-used alternative loan on the market): http://www.finaid.org/loans/privatestudentloans.phtml
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Fill out the FAFSA online! They use tax return information from the previous year, and if you were a single mother, you should qualify for at least a Pell Grant, if you weren't making much money. On the FAFSA, you can choose if you're interested in just grants, loans, or both. The FAFSA is free. The worst they can say is "no." \n\nAlso, many employers nowadays offer tuition reimbursement. It may not be publicized, but should always be asked. If you have a college or university near you, many times they will pay your full tuition or at least part if you work for them.\n\nAnd lastly, check websites of the universities/colleges you're interested in. Many times you can find links to scholarship applications. There are many scholarships out there for non-traditional students. Also try the website: www.fastweb.org. There are many links to national scholarships.
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The best place to go for information regarding financing your education is your school's financial aid office. They should point you in the right direction regarding financing options. Because your parents "make too much money" as is the case with the majority of college students, you will probably need to take out student loans. If you go through the U.S. Department of Education's Direct Loan program, the interest rates are extremely reasonable and payback schedules are flexible. \n\nBesides loans, you can also attain non-need-based grants, and scholarships through private institutions. Then, there are also work study programs. Although, admittedly, many of my friends did not like this option. \n\nPlease heed the deadlines for applications submissions as they are extremely important. Be open with your financial aid officers and let them know your concerns and they should give you some good advice.\n\nGood luck!
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Well, did you look into any state specific scholarships? I applied for four in my state. Banks, and local institutions might have scholarships avaliable in your town, too. I'm planning on applying to a few fastweb.com scholarships as well... Not to sound obvious, but did you check when you were supposed to hear back from the organization? Did you turn them in on time? If yes, then there is nothing wrong with calling and say "Hi, I applied for your scholarship ____ number of days/months ago, and was wondering when I should be hearing about that." As long as you don't call obsessively, there's no harm in asking.  Also, if you don't get enough of your financial need met, when the school year starts you can ask the school if there were any unaccepted scholarships/funds/grants that you would be eligible for or to apply for. Make sure you call your school about that $35K sum. Did you file the FAFSA? Is that your EFC? If it is, make sure to ask your school what their policy is on applying scholarships toward the EFC. And lastly, usually the school has scholarship, grant and loan information on their website in the financial aid section. Hope this helps, and good luck!
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Tht guy is wrong I am asking the same thing almost, and I know for a fact if you qualify you can get government grants for school. One thing I know is you can pick up a FAFSA form from any library or you can do it online. That is the application for federal student aid. Hope that helps.
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have you tried the LAW loan?\nhttp://www.salliemae.com/apply/borrowing/lawloans.html
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Try taking the ACT or SAT.  If you score high, you may be eligible for some scholarships, depending on how high.\n\nAlso, many who do not qualify for Pell Grants still can get student loans, which do not need to be paid back as long as you are in school at least half time (6 semester hours).\n\nDid you go to the FAFSA website and apply for federal aid yet?  If not, do that first.
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Have you started by talking to the financial aid office at the college you're interested in?  They'll determine your eligibility for many different kinds of aid--both public and private, subsidized and unsubsidized.  True, you may end up having to take out a private loan (or a combination of things--loans, work-study, etc.)--but they may be able to point you in a better direction than if you try to do it on your own.  Remember: if you don't go there, they don't get the money--so it's in their (the Financial Aid dept.) interest to find a way to get you what you need.  \n\nApologies if you've already gone this route.  Anyway, good luck.