Tonya Said:

Scholarships? Are there any for someone that does not have the greatest grades?

We Answered:

Have you filled out the FAFSA? That will tell you if you are eligible for federal aid like Stafford loans, Pell Grants, etc. I don't think you can use federal stuff for cosmetology school, but they give funds for 4 yr college, community college, etc. Ask at your schools financial aid office if they're eligible for federal aid. Also see if they have or know about any extra money/ scholarships you can get. They would be the most helpful in terms of understanding about your husbands deployment affecting your grades since you can actually explain in person.

For private $$$, there may be scholarship programs for spouses/relations of military service members or something? You might be eligible for other things too, there are lots of scholarships that aren't really based on grades. They tend to be smaller, and require something like an essay but they can add up.
Try http://www.fastweb.com/ , you fill out a long profile and they tell you a big list of scholarships you could be eligible for, and how to apply for them, deadlines, etc. Its pretty good and its free.
Also maybe try this list for other sites to search http://www.finaid.org/scholarships/other…

Ann Said:

Cosmetology grants, loans, scholarships???!?

We Answered:

Congratulations on wanting to get your cosmetology license. That's a wonderful step in furthering your career. As you have probably already found out, the cost of getting your license varies depending on the size of the beauty school and where it is located. However, there are a bunch of great scholarships you can apply for like the ACE Grant, Sports Clip Scholarship and the OPI scholarship. You can find more information about those below.

http://www.beautyschool.com/articles/cos…

I'm not sure where you stand in your application process, but here are three schools to check out in your area. It doesn't hurt to give a call and see if there is any aid available. Best of luck to you!!

http://www.beautyschoolsdirectory.com/fi…

Irma Said:

Cosmetology Grants/Scholarships?

We Answered:

If you meet certain income guidelines, you could possibly receive money from a Pell Grant or check out www.salliemae.com for a government loan.

Georgia Said:

Cosmetology Grants?

We Answered:

http://www.collegescholarships.org/grant…

Grant Programs
If you’re interested in cosmetology as a competitive career, you might want to consider applying for the American Cosmetology Education Grant funded by the American Association of Cosmetology Schools and their corporate sponsors. You locate a school you wish to attend and apply through them. Depending on your interview and application process, along with program costs and your financial situation, you may or may not be eligible for grant money. Also, many cosmetology programs are booked, meaning you may have to wait a while particularly if you want grant subsidies.

Lynn Said:

Where are the sites for PELL Grants & Scholarships?

We Answered:

try to aim for grants/scholarships more... they are not to be paid back. its confusing sometimes, but just keep applying. Scholarships usually have a 1 or 2 page application, and require an essay. Take your time with the essay, so yours stands out.

every big (and small) company you see (manufacturer, orgs, corps and groups also) all have grants and scholarships they hand out like candy. Walmart, Kmart, Target, Coke, computer companies etc etc etc

heres a link with a HUGE amount of some available. some you will need to copy and paste into a new window. also, fastweb (take the time to fill it in) will search databases and get back to you with a list of scholarships you qualify for.

Also contact all mens, womens associations in your state, they almost always have grants & scholarships. What ever field you are going into, contact the orgs, associations etc for them; Also check with professional organizations related to your career interests, such as the American Bar Association or the American Medical Association. they also always have scholarships. Research and dig, call then write. Its all worth it.

OVER apply; it doesnt hurt to have too many, and the extra funds can help with housing.

http://www.angelfire.com/nj4/njcomputerc…

MORE:

http://college-scholarships.com/
http://www.statefarm.com/about/part_spos…
http://www.gmsp.org
http://www.gmsp.org/gmsp_web/(nb5ctd55ga…
http://www.sfa.ufl.edu:16080/scholarship…
http://www.fafsaonline.com/
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
http://12.46.245.173/cfda/cfda.html
http://www.salliemae.com/
http://www.ed.gov/finaid/landing.jhtml
http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/
http://www.studentawards.com/
http://www.collegeanswer.com/index.jsp
http://www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/
http://www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/…
http://www.discovernursing.com/nursing-s…
http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/DSA/nsl.htm
http://www.nsna.org/foundation/
http://www.4cnas.com
http://www.schoolsoup.com/
http://www.blackexcel.org/link4.htm
http://www.jackierobinson.org/
http://www.siemens-foundation.org/Teache…
http://www.childcareservices.org/ps/teac…
http://www.act.org/goldwater/yybull.html
http://www.uncf.org/
http://www.vfw.org/index.cfm <-do search for ‘scholarships’
http://www.finaid.org/
http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/s…
http://www.actstudent.org/finaid/scholar…
http://www.act.org/recognition/clients.h…
http://www.act.org/kfcscholars/index.htm…
http://www.kfcscholars.org/
http://www.rhodesscholar.org/
http://www.collegedata.com/
http://www.fastweb.com/
http://www.getreadyforcollege.org/gPg.cf…
http://www.policylink.org/EDTK/AH101/Fin…
http://www.hud.gov/grants/index.cfm

BECOMING A TEACHER
http://www.aft.org/teachers/jft/becoming…
http://www.fseog.com/


DEPENDENCY or NOT
http://www.salliemae.com/get_student_loa…

LOAN FORGIVENESS (nurses/teachers)
http://www.pheaa.org/loanforgiveness/hea…
http://www.aft.org/teachers/jft/loanforg…
http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/s…


STATUS of your student gov loan or aid:
http://www.nslds.ed.gov/nslds_SA/

if you don’t have a PIN yet (for your loan / aid status) apply for one:
http://www.pin.ed.gov/PINWebApp/pinindex…

ESSAY HELP
http://www.scholarshiphelp.org/
http://www.gradesaver.com/resources/scho…
http://www.collegeadmissionsessays.com/
http://www.nataviguides.com/broke_essay.…
http://www.princetonreview.com/college/a…
http://www.scholarshipessay.us/
http://www.freschinfo.com/tips-brainstor…
http://www.freschinfo.com/tips-topic.php
http://essayedge.com/
http://www.korepetycje.com/Essays_Articl…


GRANT SCHOLARSHIP SCAM LIST
(if you find a scam report it here too)
http://www.ftc.gov/ftc/consumer/media_ps…

LOANS
http://www.acteducationloans.com/
http://www.finaid.org/loans/educationlen…
http://www.financialaid.com/plus/index.c…
http://www.alternativestudentloan.com/
http://www.parentplusloan.com/
http://www.financialaidpodcast.com/about…
http://www.myspace.com/financialaidpodca…
http://www.FinancialAidPodcast.com

GRAD LOANS
http://www.gradloans.com/graduate-plus-l…

DEFAULTED STUDENT LOANS
http://www.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/DCS/inde…

CONSOLIDATE LOANS
http://www.plusloanconsolidator.com/
http://www.salliemae.com/after_graduatio…
http://www.salliemae.com/content/private…
http://loanconsolidation.ed.gov/

RATE MY PROFESSORS
http://www.ratemyprofessors.com/index.js…

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
http://www.iefa.org/
http://www.iefa.org/resources/
http://educationusa.state.gov/
http://college-scholarships.com/
http://www.studyabroad.com/forum/financi…
http://www.internationalstudent.com/
http://www.internationalscholarships.com…
http://www.internationalstudentloan.com/
http://www.globalslc.com/
http://www.edupass.org/finaid/loans.phtm…
http://www.abroadplanet.com/student-loan…
http://www.salliemae.com/international/

HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIPS
http://www.hsf.net/
http://www.scholarshipsforhispanics.org/
http://www.statefarm.com/about/part_spos…
http://www.hsfi.org/
http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org/app…
http://www.chci.org/chciyouth/scholarshi…