Welcome to College Zone - Which Zone Are You In?Return Home
e-Messaging | Order Materials | Publications & Applications | Contact Us
  
StudentParentCounselorFinancial Aid AdministratorLenderEspaolState of Illinois
6th-7th Grades
8th-12th Grades
College
Advanced Degree 
Planning
Finding / Applying
Financing
Financial Aid
Loans
Scholarships
Grants
Loan Repayment/ Forgiveness Programs
Money Matters
Borrowing Basics
Alternative Financing Options
Applications
Calculators
Teaching
Medical Professions
Military Service
FAQ's
Helpful Links
After College
e-Messaging Sign-Up
Cooperative Education And Other Opportunities
There are many opportunities to earn a graduate or professional degree through cooperative education programs. Cooperative education gives you practical experience in a job related to your major field of study. Money paid for this degree-related job will usually cover the cost of tuition. The federal government offers many choices of jobs and academic plans. Check with your graduate or professional school to find out if it participates in this kind of program.

Other possibilities to consider include attending graduate school part time during evenings and weekends. As more and more students have been going back to school, universities have made returning easier. Part-time graduate and professional-school students are a growing population. Schools realize that they must accommodate them. Employers are also realizing the value of continuing education. Therefore, many are willing to pay all or part of their employees’ tuition for part-time graduate studies. Inquire about possible cooperative education programs and tuition reimbursement plans at your place of business.

Printable version
Printable version
Financial Aid
 Types of Financial Aid
 Illinois and Federal Financial Aid Programs
 Illinois Residency Requirements
 Citizenship Requirements
 Dependency Status
 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
 Work-Study Programs
 Fellowships and Traineeships
 Financial Aid Scams
 How and When to Apply for Financial Aid (Calendar)
 Scholarships
 Grants
 Loans
 Cooperative Education And Other Opportunities
 Teaching and Research Assistantships
      Partners of the College Zone Network:   | College Illinois! | IDAPP |      
      About ISAC | Site Map | Your Privacy | Terms & ConditionsPowered by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC)      
© 2003-2008 Illinois Student Assistance Commission