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This Week @ Insight Credit Union

Short, timely articles based on a real-world weekly theme.

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.

The Role of College Today

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

Understanding Financial Need

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

Types of Financial Aid

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

Education Loans

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

Applying for Aid

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

Borrowing Wisely

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

The FAFSA Simplification Act

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

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Money skills can start early.

Interactive money games designed for kids ages 7–12.

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