This is Part II of our "Visiting the Financial Aid Office" article. Hopefully, you read Part I already. Gathering Documents Whether you are going to the Financial Aid office to get assistance in filling out the FAFSA, filling out student loan paperwork for the first time or because you need a breakdown of what you are eligible for in financial aid, making sure you have all … [Read more...] about Visiting the Financial Aid Office (Part II)
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How to Eat on a Budget at College
by Mara Strom We've been talking on the Financial Aid Finder about how to get through college without blowing your whole budget in the first few weeks. Last week, we put the spotlight on textbooks -- a major budget buster for many students. This week, we're looking at how to eat at school without eating up your budget. If you've spent anytime at a grocery store lately, … [Read more...] about How to Eat on a Budget at College
The Financial Aid Office and You! (Part I)
With the start of a new school year right around the corner you're probably already getting ready. Besides getting items for your dorm or picking up your books, you also are getting more paperwork from your school then you know what to do with! Among that pile of paperwork, there are letters and documents concerning your school charges and your financial aid information. If … [Read more...] about The Financial Aid Office and You! (Part I)
Most Important Financial Aid Questions
US News & World Report ran an interesting article last week about how to increase your chances of getting all the financial aid you need. According to the article, only 3% of U.S. colleges promise to meet the full financial needs of their income freshmen class, without them having to take out any loans. If your college is among the other 97% that aren't making that … [Read more...] about Most Important Financial Aid Questions
Five Student Financial Aid Mistakes
Don't make any of these five college financial aid mistakes 1. Failing to Apply 2. Missing the Deadlines 3. Starting a College Savings Account in Your Child’s Name 4. Forgetting to Budget for “College Life” 5. Failing to Investigate Lenders Failing to Apply for Scholarships, Grants, and Student Loans: Many families miss out on financial aid simply because they have … [Read more...] about Five Student Financial Aid Mistakes