Financial Aid
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How to Pay for College
Are you planning how to pay for college? As you do your research, you’ll find how the cost of attendance is much higher than the advertised tuition. There are costs that must be factored in when calculating the true cost of going to college. Many schools have gone virtual or partial long-distance learning due to coronavirus. In response, some schools…
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How to Get the Most Financial Aid for College
You want to get the most financial aid for college and this article will help shed a light on some of your options. Financial aid can help fill in the gaps where your parents or personal savings cannot meet the cost of attendance. Affording college is more than paying for tuition. You’ll need to find ways to pay for room…
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The Ultimate Guide to Financial Aid
Financial aid can help you pay for college. Are you thinking about attending college, graduate school or a technical school? There’s a lot to consider: where to go, what to study, how to get accepted, and how to afford the education. In this guide, you’ll learn all about financial aid and the application process. What is Financial Aid? Financial aid…
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How to Talk to Your Parents about Paying for College
Talking about money with our parents can be awkward. I know this firsthand because I didn’t have a money conversation with my parent until I was 17 years old. I took my SATs and was applying to all these colleges but I never asked my parents about how we could pay for school. Some part of me believed I would…
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Preparing for College
Preparing for college requires understanding your goals and planning. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to getting ready for college such as where to go, what to study, how to apply, how to pay for it all, and more. It’s never too early—or too late—to learn about your options for college or career school. We’re sure you have…
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How to Make Corrections and Update FAFSA Information
There are situations when you’ll need to make corrections and update your FAFSA information. You must update your information if your situation has changed. Once your application has been processed, you can correct your FAFSA online or on paper. Making corrections online is the fastest and easiest option. Most information cannot be changed on the FAFSA but some information can be…
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FAFSA for Beginners (Parents and Students)
In this guide, you’ll learn about FAFSA for beginners. It’s time to pay for college and your first step is FAFSA. If you’re new to applying for financial aid to afford college, you probably have a lot of questions. The more you know about the process the less stress you’ll experience. What is FAFSA? FAFSA stands for the Free Application…
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How to Find Scholarships for College
Find scholarships for college locally and online to help pay for expenses. Fortunately, there are many ways to pay for college but what’s often under-explored is the potential for scholarships. Attending college is costly and finding ways to afford it is essential. The first step to paying for college is to apply for financial aid. This will generate a financial…
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Types of Financial Aid Available to Pay for College
What types of financial aid is available for college? You have many options. Table of contentsFinancial Aid CategoriesTypes of Financial AidFederal Aid ProgramsStudent Loans State Aid ProgramsGrants and Scholarships Military programs Work-study programsWhat are Your Next Steps Financial aid helps you pay or offset the cost of college. Aid to cover the cost of attending comes in many forms. From federal…
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Top Financial Aid Myths Debunked and Answered
There’s a lot of financial aid myths that circulate frequently. Today, I want to address five myths so you can focus on getting aid. The first step in the financial aid process is completing FAFSA. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is essential in affording college for many people. Table of contents“I (or my parents) make too much money,…
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