Money Talk With Tiff

Grad School Without the Debt with Dr. Darla Bishop | Ep. 342


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In this enlightening episode of Money Talk With Tiff, host Tiffany Grant engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Darla Bishop on how she navigated through graduate school without incurring any new debt. Dr. Darla Bishop, a recognized authority in public health, shares her invaluable insights and actionable tips for anyone looking to save money while furthering their education.

See full episode show notes: https://moneytalkwitht.com/podcast-show-notes/navigating-grad-school/

About Our Guest

Dr. Darla Bishop, affectionately known as the FinanSis, is the Founder of Finansis LLC, a boutique consulting firm based in Lansing, Michigan, and the author of How To Afford Everything.

Motivated by her own challenging childhood in Detroit, Dr. Bishop’s unique gift lies in her ability to motivate individuals to transcend limiting beliefs about wealth and cultivate a positive financial mindset. She firmly believes that empowering individuals with financial knowledge is pivotal in creating prosperous and resilient communities.

Episode Highlights

Choosing the Right Program

  • Dr. Bishop emphasizes the importance of selecting a program that accommodates full-time work and schooling. She shares her personal journey of choosing a doctoral program built around working professionals.

Working for Your University

  • Discover how working for your university can significantly reduce tuition costs. Dr. Bishop explains how her university's employee benefits could have covered 96% of her tuition.

Utilizing Scholarships and Assistantships

  • Learn how to continuously seek out new scholarships, assistantships, and fellowships throughout your academic journey. Dr. Bishop provides tips on maintaining a strong GPA to unlock additional funding opportunities.

Covering Additional Expenses

  • From books to travel for conferences, Dr. Bishop discusses the importance of seeking funds to cover non-tuition expenses. She encourages building relationships within your department to tap into available resources.

Leveraging Campus Housing and Resident Director Roles

  • Explore the option of becoming a resident advisor or hall director to save on living expenses. Dr. Bishop outlines how these roles can provide free housing and additional stipends.

Bonus Tips from Tiffany

  • Tiffany adds her own experiences on how to ask employers for support in attending conferences and other professional development opportunities.

Resources Mentioned
  • Dr. Darla Bishop’s website: HowToAffordEverything.com
  • Downloadable email templates for requesting uncommitted funds

Connect with Dr. Darla Bishop
  • Website: How to Afford Everything
  • Instagram: @my_finansis
  • Additional Resources: DarlaBishop.com

Connect with Tiffany Grant
  • Website: Money Talk With Tiff
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