AboutCynthia Wolfe Expertise Let me help you with questions about adult education and continuing education programs. If you are looking for a program or have questions about adult education in general, I can guide you. If you are a teacher looking for new ideas or methods, I can help. I have resources and ideas to share. I am a member of the National Business Education Association (NBEA), a professional organization devoted to the recognition that business education competencies are essential for all individuals in today's fast-changing society.
Experience I am an instructor at the University of Phoenix, working in online and classroom modalities. I am also a student at Northcentral University, where I am working on a PhD in Business Administration, with a specialty in Management. My MBA is from Troy University, 2001, and I have a BS, Environmental Science, from Troy University, 1980. Read about my experiences as an online student at my blog thinkPhD.
Question I'm currently an EdD student at an private online college. I'm within two classes of finishing the degree. I have been informed by the college that financial aid is at its limit. Do you know of any place that grants, or additional scholarships are available?
Answer Hi Amy,
Thanks for asking a question. It sounds like you have completed the FAFSA, which is normally the first step. The FAFSA is the best source of grants and scholarships. If you have exhausted monies available through the FAFSA review, you should check with local entities that may have scholarships available. Check with your local school board (perhaps you are already employed as a teacher?) or teachers' union. I have known some who have received scholarships from civic organizations or honor societies they belong to, such as Rotary International or NEA. Check with the school you are attending, many have scholarships available for students, although these rarely cover all expenses. There are also some organizations which assist minorities or disabilities (I call these specialty organizations). Some specialty organizations will assist you with school expenses if you commit to serving in some capacity such as teaching inner-city school students.
Honestly, there is little money available for graduate students unless you are connected in some way with an organization or group. If you have two courses left, also consider a Wells Fargo Education loan or family loan. If you own a home, you may also have equity available to borrow against.
