Well, the last of my applications are out! I applied for two specialized training/scholarship programs. Both pay for my Master's degree in full, both offer special training (these are programs for HS Mathematics teachers) and one even offers cash stipends as well, over several years (as long as you commit to teaching in their partner zones). I was accepted as a finalist for the first one, and I went on an interview. I don't think I did so well, though. Although they seemed pretty easy-going, I was SO nervous, and stumbled over my words a lot. Still, it could have gone a lot worse, so I'm happy that it wasn't that bad! I just mailed out the second application yesterday. There'll be an interview for that one as well (in April, I think) I'm hoping to get one of these two scholarships... if not, I'll have to fall back on my last choice, with NO financial aid. the third choice is a City University, though... so it won't be that bad on my wallet. Plus, I can try to take some extra courses to speed things up along and get the most bang for my buck! We'll just have to see how things go (and keep thinking positive thoughts!)