FAFSA for Graduate School: 5 Steps to Maximize Your Financial Aid

If you want to get a graduate degree, do you fill out a FAFSA to receive financial aid, or is that document only for undergraduates? Does FAFSA cover graduate school?

Yes, you can use the FAFSA for graduate school, but before you begin the process, it’s important to understand how completing the FAFSA as a graduate student differs from completing it as an undergrad.

In this guide, we’ll explain everything you need to know about completing the FAFSA as a graduate student, including the key way the process differs from what you did as an undergrad, what financial aid you’re eligible for (and what aid you’re not), as well as how to complete the FAFSA and other steps you need to take to get your financial aid.

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What Are Good GRE Scores for Scholarships?

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Got a high GRE score? Then you might be wondering whether there are any GRE scholarships you can apply for (and hopefully win!). The good news is, there are many grad school scholarships and fellowships out there that specifically look for impressive GRE scores. But what kinds of scholarships are available? And what’s a good GRE score for scholarship programs?

Prepare yourself as we dive into the sea of GRE scholarships. In this article, we’ll start by answering the question of whether or not you can actually receive scholarships for high GRE scores. Then, we’ll look at different kinds of scholarships and how to figure out GRE scholarship criteria. Finally, we’ll wrap up with a few tips on how to dig for grad school scholarships.

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How to Decide If Grad School Is Worth It: 2 Key Factors

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With the rising cost of higher education, you may wonder: is grad school worth it? In this helpful decision guide, we’ll help you figure out if graduate school is a smart decision for you financially and professionally by digging into your motivation for going to grad school and determining the ROI of your potential degree.

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Can You Cancel GRE Tests? Is There a Refund?

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GRE test day is around the corner, but you’re not feeling particularly confident and you find yourself suddenly questioning your choice to apply to grad school. You wonder, “Can I cancel the GRE?” Yes, you can! But the real question is, should you cancel the GRE?

In this guide, we’ll cover all of the basics of canceling a GRE exam, including the rules for getting a refund and how much it costs. We’ll then give you step-by-step instructions on how to cancel a GRE test appointment in addition to a few tips on when it’s better to cancel or reschedule a test.

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How to Get a GRE Fee Waiver: Simple 4-Step Guide

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Have you seen the cost of registering for the GRE and aren’t sure how you’re going to pay for it? Maybe you’ve heard that you might be able to get a GRE fee waiver. It’s true; there is a GRE Fee Reduction Program, but trying to understand how it works can be confusing.

This guide walks you through exactly what the program offers, who is eligible for it, and each step you need to take in order to receive a GRE voucher. We end with other tips for keeping the cost of the GRE to a minimum.

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