[FAQ] I'm worried about the debt I'll take on to become a social worker?

This thread is part of the FAQ Hosting thread. Please help us make it better by answering the question in the post's title, or in this case, discussing the topic. Please also answer the following:

• How did you pay for grad school?
• How much student loan debt did you take on?
• Student loan forgiveness programs. How do they work?
• Were you able to get any scholarships/assistantships?
• Will you be able to pay off the debt?
• Any other advice on paying for school