Financial Aid for Macon Graduate Programs

Adding up your costs for a graduate degree in Macon is now easier. Why? Because Georgia College in Macon is a more affordable option than many of the other programs in the area.

Financial options are available to graduate students through assistantships, employment opportunities, and student loans.

Graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in critical need areas of education may also apply for Georgia's HOPE Teacher Scholarship. Applications are available at www.GAcollege411.org.

To apply for federal aid, students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

Ways to Finance your Education

Financial aid for graduate studies is varied. Here are several ways that might help you finance your education and keep your costs to a minimum.

1. Your Employers
Your company may offers higher education in its benefits package. Check with your human resources office to find out.

2. Student Loans
Either through a private bank or through Federal Student Aid, rates are often low which makes this a good option to explore.

3. Scholarships
There may be various opportunities through organizations that award scholarships, both on a private level and through the state. For example, if you are pursuing an advanced degree in critical need areas of education you can apply for Georgia's HOPE Teacher Scholarship. Applications are available at www.GAcollege411.org. 

Links

- Loan Entrance/Exit Counseling
- Selective Service Registration
- The Financial Guide 2008-2009 (pdf)
-  The Student Guide 2008-2009 (pdf)
- The Student Guide 2007-2008 (pdf)
- FAFSA Help
- Federal School Codes

Forms

- Free Application for Federal Student Aid
- Request for Additional Stafford Loan Funds (pdf)
- Financial Aid Verification Procedures 2007-2008 (pdf)
- Request of Documentation Explanation 2007-2008 (pdf)
- Request of Documentation Explanation 2008-2009(pdf)
- Independent Verification Worksheet 2007-2008 (pdf)
- Independent Verification Worksheet 2008-2009 (pdf)