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Federal Student Financial Aid Options

College students may worry they only have two choices when it comes to paying for college: private loans and scholarships. The good news is federal student financial aid offers many students a variety of funding options that can help them pay for school and take on less student loan debt. To qualify for any of the types of aid discussed below, however, you need to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. [click to continue…]

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Tips for Developing a Scholarship Strategy

Going to college does cost a lot, but there are ways to cover the costs without taking on too much student loan debt. Scholarships are one of those ways. Many students assume they won’t qualify for scholarships unless they have a high GPA or sports abilities, but the reality is hundreds of these awards are available for students annually. To weed your way through the options, the first step is developing a scholarship strategy. [click to continue…]

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Understanding the Basic Types of Student Loans

Paying for college can be challenging even with grants and scholarships. Although student loans aren’t the most desirable way to cover the costs of higher education, they do come in handy. To decide which loan is best for your needs you should first learn about the basic types of student loans.

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How to Save $1,000 Each Semester at College

Because tuition costs seem to be ever increasing at most colleges, students are looking for other ways to save money during the school year. It is usually the small, every day purchases that add up for the most savings. Students can save money by:

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How to Get Free Money for College

What is the best way to pay for college? Well, for most people, the answer is free money. It can come in the form of grants or scholarships. However, a scholarship isn’t going to just fall into your lap. You are going to have to fill out an application and write an essay. There are [...]

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Learn How to Avoid Scholarship Scams

When it comes to finding ways to finance a college education, students are sometimes desperate and inexperienced in how the process works. That makes them vulnerable to con artists who don’t mind taking advantage of them. Learning how to spot and avoid scholarship scams is extremely important for students as they look at all of [...]

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The Coca Cola Scholarship Program: Big Awards for Bright Student

Many corporations offer scholarships to college students, but the Coca Cola scholarship is one of the most impressive in the United States. While the application process can be a bit demanding, students can earn a significant amount of money for their college tuition. Below are some common questions asked about the program and the answers [...]

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Grants for Women: Helping Female Students Stay Out of Debt

According to the American Council on Higher Education, nearly 60% of all college students in the United States are women. That statistic has stayed about the same since 2000 but is a huge leap forward for women since the 1960s when they represented less than half of the college student population. Grants for women are [...]

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School Grants: The Best Way to Finance College

Getting a college education has never been more expensive and each year the price goes up. Thankfully, your diploma will be a smart investment in your future both personally and professionally. But if you’re trying to figure out how to cover the costs without sinking deep into student loan debt, the answer could be school [...]

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Fill out the FAFSA and Scholarship Applications ASAP

When choosing a college, it is important to weigh out what financial options each college will give you. If you just can’t decide between two colleges, look at costs. If the academic program that you are interested in is reputable at both colleges, money could be your deciding factor. In order to make that final [...]

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