April 24th, 2012 by Tamara Krause

It seems there are many scholarships available for those seeking undergraduate degrees. This is wonderful for those who wish to get bachelor’s degrees and then enter the workforce, but what about students who want to pursue advanced degrees? Not only are the credit hour fees typically much higher for graduate level courses, but it often seems like the opportunities for graduate scholarships are all but impossible to find. Coming up with a way to pay for graduate school can be very discouraging for those who cannot afford to take out additional student loans, and may even cause students to think twice about pursuing a master’s degree or a doctorate degree. But, don’t give up hope quite yet. I’ve done a little research for you and found the following programs which can be used for graduate school and the pursuit of an advanced degree.
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Money Matters: Scholarships for Specific Career Paths

November 25th, 2011 by Tamara Krause

Nursing Scholarships It’s never easy trying to decide what major to choose when getting ready to go to college. Our decisions are often influenced by our families, society and, more often than not, money. Considering the educational investment we must make for career preparation before we even earn our first paycheck, it may help to know what financial assistance may be available within your given career choice. Knowing what scholarship resources are available can also help you decide on what level of degree you will ultimately pursue (undergraduate, graduate or higher). Here are a few examples of career paths that have scholarship opportunities for students at different levels of education… Read the rest of this entry »