Planning Your College Costs
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Financial Aid FAQs

Sometimes, the answer you need is just a click away. Here are some frequently asked questions about financial aid.


Qualifying for an automatic EFC Calculation

Learn about how you can qualify for an automatic EFC calculation. It may be easier than you think.


For Foster Youth

If you're a foster youth, there are plenty of great resources to help you take the next step.


Save Money and Challenge Yourself

Did you know you can earn college credits without leaving your high school? If you challenge yourself, you can save some cash.


Private Education Loans 101

What's a Private Education Loan? It's not funded by the federal government, but there's much more to it than that.


Planning Calculators

These calculators can give you a better idea of what it will cost to go to college, how to manage your budget, the average wage for the career you are considering, and how long it will take you to repay your student loans. Happy calculating!


How much will borrowing for college actualy cost you

We all know that the cost of college continues to rise. In order to meet that cost, many students and parents turn to educational loans.


6 Questions to ask

Ask these six questions before you make your decision.


7 Rules of Credit

Learn more about keeping your credit in check


Majors that pay

For some students, going to college really isn't about living away from home, the pursuit of knowledge, the athletic programs or study abroad.


Does Every School Offer Financial Aid?

Learn more about obtaining financial aid from career schools or colleges.

students sound off: is financial aid important?

We asked local high school students to sound off on why they think financial aid is important. We received hundreds of answers, many inspiring, enlightening and honest with some humor thrown in.