Figuring out how to afford grad school can be downright intimidating. But guess what? Lots of scholarships and financial aid exist for education students – you just need to know where to look.

Here's six articles that point you to hundreds of scholarships and loans just for aspiring teachers like you. 

1. Paying For Your Master Of Education

(Source: TopMastersInEducation.com)

This post gives you the one-minute overview of the main ways you can fund your Master’s degree. It doesn’t point to other resources, but it’s a great starting point for seeing all the options you’ve got for funding your education.

2. Financial Aid and Scholarships for M.Ed. Students

(Source: MastersInEducation.net)

This site provides in-depth info about available scholarships and loans just for M.Ed students. Explore over 200 scholarships and “Editor’s Picks.” You’ll also find some tips for finding a teaching assistant-type job while studying to cut down your tuition costs.

3. 20 Great Scholarships for Master’s in Education

(Source: GreatCollegeDeals.net)

Scan through descriptions, deadlines and contact information for 20 specialized scholarships exclusively offered to M.Ed students.

4. 50 Great Scholarships for Education and Teaching Degrees

(Source: Masters-in-Special-Education.com)

This list pulls together undergrad and graduate scholarships, so you’ll need to sift a bit to find the gems that apply to you. Many are state- or subject-specific, so be sure to read fine print before you apply.

5. 4 Best Grad Student Loans

(Source: U.S. News and World Report)

This one's not targeted at education programs. But this post will help demystify the financial aid process by explaining the top four types of federal loan programs available to you as a graduate student – no matter your major.

6. 4 Loan Forgiveness Programs for Teachers

(Source: U.S. Dept of Education)

A good place to find federal and state-sponsored loan forgiveness programs. See how teachers can cancel remaining payments on student loans based on certain criteria.
 

Bonus: TEACH.org Scholarship and Financial Aid Database

Our team updates opportunities and available discounts for future and current educators. We add new ones each month, so check back often!