MS Program financial support for H4 visa

Hi,

now i am in H4 visa. Recently, i got admission for MS program in state college. I would like to know what are the fianincial aid available for H4 visa holder or i have to change to my visa status from H4 to F1. I am eligible for instate tuition fee. Is there any financing option is available.Affording total cost for ms program is difficult for me.Help me in this regard.

thanks

vasanthi

If you have to get Reserach/teaching assistanships, you have to convert to F1 visa.