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College Financing

This week, we take a look at the role of higher education and the process of applying for financial aid for students going to college in the near future.
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The Role of College Today

While the cost of college has risen rapidly, higher education continues to offer a path to success for many.

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Understanding Financial Need

How schools determine your financial need, a crucial factor in many financial aid programs.

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Types of Financial Aid

The main types of financial aid are education loans, grants and scholarships, work-study, and service programs.

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Education Loans

An overview of the main types of student loans, including government loans, consolidation loans, and private loans.

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Applying for Aid

The aid application process, including descriptions of the FAFSA and CSS Profile forms.

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Borrowing Wisely

Making smart choices about student loans, including a description of the impact of loan capitalization.

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The FAFSA Simplification Act

A review of the major changes that resulted from this significant recent legislation.

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