Almost every college, university, and technical school offers need- and merit-based awards. Call the financial aid office at your prospective school(s) to learn what types of aid are available and then start applying!
The bulk of "free" money for grad school comes from the programs themselves. Why? By investing in its students, a program invests in its own academic reputation. Assistantships require you to teach or research in return for tuition help. The benefits are plenty. Not only will you get monetary aid, you'll also get experience in your field.
Contact the schools you are considering to find out what might be available to you.
If you're still in high school and planning to attend a career college, you could be selected to win a $1,000 Imagine America Scholarship. To learn more, check out our career college search. When you search schools, you can get information about available awards.
To win an award, you have to compete! Put time and care into every award application. Highlight your accomplishments! An award committee wants to see that you're the best candidate.