can you get financial help to pay for ged?
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hi, i live in akron ohio, and recently took my GED test for free. i was enrolled in the ABLE program. (adult basic literacy education.) all i had to do was take their practice GED test, and upon passing it they gave me a waiver form to send in with my application for a GED test date. i would call your local library and see if they know any adult education programs in your area. good luck!
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It really depends on the school.  The widely-known Federal Student Aid programs like Pell grants and Stafford loans aren't intended for high school students (you have to have a high school diploma or GED in order to qualify).  However, some certificate programs may qualify, so it's worth asking if the school is "Title IV eligible" (if they don't know what you mean by that, the answer is likely "no").\n\nThere is limited scholarship funding out there for high school students.  Try this site for some guidance: http://www.finaid.org/otheraid/privateschool.phtml  \n\nNow, if it turns out that you are eligible to obtain financial aid as if your program is of the "higher education" ilk, there are plenty of private sources out there.  There are a variety of places you can seach for funding: libraries, your former high school, your future college, clubs/associations near you, and the internet:\n\nhttp://www.finaid.org/scholarships/other.phtml\nhttp://www.fastweb.com\nhttp://www.srnexpress.com\nhttp://www.scholarships.com\nhttp://www.scholarships101.com\nhttp://apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp\nhttp://services.princetonreview.com/default.asp?RUN=%2Fcollege%2Ffinance%2Fscholar%2FscholInterview%2Easp&RCN=auth&RDN=7&ALD=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Eprincetonreview%2Ecom\nhttp://www.collegeanswer.com/paying/content/pay_free_money.jsp\n\nPursue funding from as many legitimate sources as you can.  Don't be discouraged if you are turned down for a few (or more than a few).  All scholarships, including the small ones, are competitive. You do need to be wary of scholarship scams, not the least of which is the claim that that there are "tons of unclaimed scholarships" just floating around out there. For information on this myth (and other scams), try reading these pages: \n\nhttp://www.finaid.org/scholarships/unclaimedaid.phtml\nhttp://www.finaid.org/scholarships/protecting.phtml\nhttp://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/alerts/ouchalrt.htm
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Go to your local library and see if they might have a GED program or GED resources you can use.  Some libraries even offer GED classes in math and english for a small fee, or even free.\nIf you live by a college, the college might also have some GED resources.
381088
Yes you can (in most areas). Besides, you are pursuing education by getting your GED. You need parent permission (with a good reason) until you are 16.
1174357
wouldn't it be cheaper to take classes to get your GED at a community college?
163484
There will be records at the school where you obtained your GED. They can send a copy to you. Sometimes, there is a small fee.
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You should be able to talk to your financial aid rep at school and look for additional funding. I am just finishing school and I was able to do many things like that to help pay for textbooks, etc. The school by law is supposed to return any unused financial aid to you unless you tell them you don't want it returned to you so I have never had trouble getting enough to cover all necessary expenses.
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yes... most states have an online program that is free.\n\nI know that missouri does becasue that is what my husband is doing. \n\nJust go to yahoo and do a search on GED classes in your state...It will bring up some sites.
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My son got his GED through our local school.  It didn't cost anything.  Contact your local school board superintendent's office and ask if there is such a free program in your area.
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Have you tried applying for financial aid? It will help cut down on the expenses of attending school. FAFSA.ed.gov will help tap into the federal government's financial aid. An idea is maybe go part-time to school while working full time. There are many students who go that route.
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The best thing to do is go to a local book store and get one of the big books.  Sometimes they come with a CD, and all.  I JUST finished getting my GED.  after 10 years of not being in school. Plus my local college offered FREE classes to prepare for the GED.  Maybe a college in your state has the same program.  You may want to check into it.
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go to your schools financial aid department and ask for assistance
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Yes!  go to www.fafsa.ed.gov There are grants available based on need and financial income.
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I did not graduate high school and years latter went and got my GED. then went on to college. Chose the college you want to attend and they will help you find the grants and fill out the paperwork. I know it is overwhelming for someone who has never done it before and NAU was great in helping me out.
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try free-ed.net  they don't give you a free diploma but they do let you take free classes that are designed to help you pass the GED
933157
taking the GED is really easy I'm taking it know and i'm almost done. u can sign up and take the tests when ever u want and that might be more trusted the doing it and paying on line. good luck in anyway.
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When you go to get help from a college, don't tell them that you lied to get your job.  They may contact your employer and you can get fired.  Becareful.  But you can't get into college w/out atleast a GED.  So start there.  You can get study materials at a bookstore.  You can also learn more about testing for your GED online.  Try google search.  BTW, I commend you on your effort to better yourself.