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By Karen Schweitzer, About.com Guide to Business School since 2005

Paying for Business School

Wednesday August 2, 2006
The cost of business school is increasing. However, that doesn't lessen the benefit of holding a business degree.

If you are looking for ways to finance your business education, check out some of these resources:

Grants
Grants Overview
Want free money for college? Grants are a wonderful way to finance your college education, because unlike loans they do not have to be paid back. Find out what type of grants are available and get eligibility requirements.
Merit-Based Grants
Many federal grants are awarded based upon financial need, but others are awarded based upon merit and achievement. Here you will find information about merit-based government programs and grants.
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grants
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grants (FSEOG) are awarded to students based upon financial need. Find out if a FSEOG or another government grant can help you pay for college.
Top 5 Grant and Scholarship Resources for Minorities
Here is a list of the top minority scholarship and grant resources. Some of these programs give special consideration to minority students who are interested in attending business school.

Scholarships
Searching for College Scholarships
If you need help paying for school, you should begin searching for a scholarship immediately. Learn more about the types of college scholarships that are available and how to find them.
College Scholarship Scams
These days, scholarship scams are everywhere. It is estimated that families lose millions of dollars each year due to scholarship fraud. To protect your finances, learn as much as you can about avoiding scams.

Financial Aid
Financial Aid Overview
Looking for financial aid? Get the basics here. Learn about the different types of financial aid, including grants, student loans, scholarships, and work-study programs.
Government Aid
Financial aid is available to those who need it. Learn more about government funding and how to apply for FSA.
How to Fill Out the FAFSA
Nearly 70% of student financial aid is provided by the U.S. Department of Education's Federal Student Aid (FSA) program. To apply for government financial aid, you must fill out a free application known as the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Learn how to fill out this form here

Loans
MBA Loans
Need information about financing your business school education with MBA Loans? Learn about financial implications, lenders, and much more here.
Student Loan Advice
Though they can be a great way to finance your education, student loans must eventually be paid back. Over time, interest accumulates and by the time you get your degree you will be paying back much more than you originally borrowed. Get student loan advice here.
Home Equity Loans
If you need a way to pay your business school tuition, you may want to consider a home equity loan. Learn more about home equity loans here.

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