If you are applying to the school from which you received your baccalaureate degree, the application fee for your graduate school application may be waived. Otherwise, you will usually be required to pay an application fee to get things started . Fulfilling all the application requirements can be costly. Sending transcripts usually cost a few dollars for each copy requested, and some schools want more than one copy. Keep that in mind when you feel that you should apply to 10 different programs.
Many institutions do provide a stipend and often some kind of tuition waiver, however.
It is important to submit applications early since there are usually a limited number of positions available. Interviews may also be requested before assistantships are assigned. Some colleges offer internships where you receive credit for your work. Some internship positions carry a stipend while others may waive a portion of tuition. A variety of scholarships are available to graduate students.