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Keep away from these six student tuition and loan mistakes
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College Tuition and Loan Mistakes that Parents Should Avoid

There’s no way around it: college is expensive, more so than ever. Even though the cost of college may actually be more affordable than you think, there are still mistakes to avoid while paying college fees. Tuition, room and board, textbooks, and other cost of living expenses must be taken into consideration while making a …
Here are some tips on how to graduate from college with no debt
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How to Graduate From College with No Debt (INFOGRAPHIC)

For students looking to earn a degree, financial need is a major area of concern. It’s also a huge deciding factor when it comes to choosing a college. The cost of school deters many people from even considering the pursuit of higher education. It seems so unaffordable for those with a low to average income. …
There are many types of student financial aid
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A Breakdown of the Different Forms of Financial Aid

When searching for colleges, the cost is almost always one of the biggest concerns. Attending college is growing more and more expensive, but it’s also more important than ever to have a college degree. Luckily there are many different ways to pay for college that doesn’t solely rely on out-of-pocket funding: scholarships, grants, loans, and …
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What You Need to Know About Prior-Prior Year and FAFSA Changes

If you’re thinking about college, you’ve probably heard of FAFSA. What is it? And how is it changing? FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. FAFSA is a part of the United States Department of Education and provides more than $150 billion in student aid in the form of grants, loans, and work-study …
Here's our guide on how to complete the FAFSA
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Financial Aid 101

When looking at the price tag of tuition, college may feel out of reach or too financially hefty. But did you know that more than 10 million college students receive some form of financial aid each year? College can be expensive, but federal aid can help you out. Consider this your one-stop shop for financial …
What's work study and why isn't it actually financial aid
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Is Work Study Financial Aid? A Quick Guide to FWS

Yes, work study is part of federal financial aid. However, it works differently from other forms of federal financial aid that’s awarded to students. When you get accepted into a college, you’ll receive a financial aid package detailing the different forms and amounts of financial aid you’ll receive. If you qualify for work study, the …
A unique financial situation shouldn't stop you from receiving financial aid
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Financial Aid and Unique Family Circumstances: How to Let Colleges Know About Your Financial Situation

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is the federal government’s attempt to put every American family on a level playing field in an effort to award aid fairly. What happens, however, when the FAFSA does not adequately allow you to express your family’s unique financial circumstances? For example, the FAFSA asks you to submit …
Sources of student financial aid
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Where Does Financial Aid Come From?

Once you hit send on those financial aid applications, what happens next? Money doesn’t suddenly fall onto your doorstep, so where does it come from? In being a good consumer, it is good to know this information. Where do financial aid dollars come from? There are 4 primary sources of financial aid: Federal Government State Government …

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