Many students worry that tuition and the other costs of continuing their education will be out of reach. But don't let the price tag stop you. It's only part of the picture. Keep in mind the major benefits of investing in your education.
The U.S. Department of Education should be your first source to access financial aid. They award about $96 billion a year in grants, work-study assistance and low-interest loans.
Aid also comes from scholarships from state governments, schools, employers, individuals, private companies, nonprofits, religious groups and professional organizations.
So, there's money out there. You can find it.
To find out more, start at www.college.gov to learn more about financial aid. It contains a lot of great information about finding money to invest in your future.
Additional websites include:
www.studentaid.ed.gov
www.ed.gov
www.icansucceed.org
http://www.ihaonline.org/careers/careers.shtm