Books and Study Materials

Books and supplies cost money, and someone has to pay. However, graduate students may qualify for certain kinds of financial assistance such as, scholarships, tuition waivers, loans, and grants, depending on where you will be attending.

You should also contact the financial department of the organization you will be attending to see if they can offer any kind of financial aid in respect of books and supplies.

However, the costs of obtaining books and supplies can be offset by re-selling them again when you no longer need them. You will, of course, need the full costs up front, but these costs can be partly released later.

The average statistics are: 25% of the books and supplies purchased are used quality, and 75% are new. Of the total number of books and supplies purchased, 50% is later resold to realise 50% of the original cost. Of course, your experience may differ.

There are no absolute figures that will apply to everyone, but total costs for books and supplies at present is probably between $800 and $1,200 per year. The Federal Direct PLUS Loan for Graduate Students may be able to assist you. Further information is available from the official website here: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

It is important that you receive all the books and supplies that you need. Do not try to save by cutting out certain items. If it's on the list, then you need it, so make sure you get it!