Going back to school at the age of 24 (Georgia)?

Question

I am 24 years old, and I want to start going back to college. When I was a lot younger I was irresponsible and didn't do well in school, and now I realize that I want to turn things around. I am from Georgia and if anyone knows of any special loans this state does that would really help... I make decent money, but not enough to pay for school and live.

I really want a school that has campus housing, but in an apartment way. I'm too old to be living with 19-20 year olds.

Any help or advice, or personal stories of how you got started would help!!

=) Thanks in advance

Answer 1

Federal Direct Loans

Federal Direct Student Loans are a way for students to borrow money from the federal government to pay for an education after high school. Under this program, the U.S. Department of Education makes loans directly to students through their schools. Direct loans simplify the loan process and eliminate the need for an outside lender such as a bank. Direct loans make loan repayment much easier; your payments go directly to the federal government.



The kinds of loans available under the direct loan program are Federal Direct Stafford Loans, Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans and Federal Direct PLUS loans. The Office of Student Accounts applies all loans awarded directly to any outstanding student fees and then issues the remainder directly to the student.

Answer 2

I don't live in Georgia but I am going back to school later than normal as well and I went to fastweb.com to find money for school that I can apply for.  You have to fill out a questionnaire but they give you a ton of different scholarships to apply for.