Creative Financing for the Adult Student – Tip #1

As an adult student, I’ve been forced to come up with creative ways to finance my college education. My experience with the financial aid office at the college I attend has been disappointing to say the least. What I have learned is that you take full responsibility and exhaust all the possibilities that are available to you. Your school financial aid office won’t do it for you. 

Tip # 1 – Veterans Affairs Student Work-Study Allowance Program

If you’ve ever served in the U.S. military, their is a number of educational benefits that Uncle Sam provides.

The Department of Veteran Affairs has a Work-Study Allowance Program that allow a veteran to work up to 25 hours in VA-related work.

To quailify for these entitlements, you must have

1. Made a contribution into the educational program
2. Been enlisted activly in the military during 1976 and 1985.