College Money Guides
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Plan - Financial aid, demystified.
- 1) Saving and Financial Planning for College
529 plans, Coverdell ESAs, and other exciting planning for college options. - 2) Choosing a College
Our bloggers share experiences of the college application process and the impact of cost. - 3) Understanding College Costs
Knowing your EFC is key! - 4) Financial Aid Basics
Knowledge is power... and more financial aid. - 5) Financial Aid Applications
What does FAFSA stand for? Find out here. - 6) Financial Aid Awards
Is your college treating you right? Or are you leaving money on the table?
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Pay - Footing the college bills.
- 1) Choosing Student Loans
Learn the differences, make the right choice. - 2) Federal Loans for Students and Parents
Stafford Loans and Parent PLUS Loans: Federal loans are usually the best deal. - 3) Private Loans for Students and Parents
Need money to bridge the financial gap? Learn more about your private loan options. - 4) Scholarships and Grants
Everybody loves free money. - 5) First Year Tuition and Bills
You're almost there! Take care of the bills so you can enjoy the good stuff. - 6) Managing College Finances
College budgeting doesn't end with the tuition bill. - 7) Second Year and Beyond
Sometimes the second year of college can hold some financial surprises. Be prepared! - 8) Credit Advice for Students
It's never too early to start building good credit. Here's how.
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Pay Back - What happens after college.
- 1) Financing Graduate School
One can never have too much education. - 2) Student Loan Consolidation
One loan is better than two. - 3) Student Loan Repayment
You took out the loans, now it's time to pay them back. Educate yourself!
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