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How to Make College More Affordable: An E-Guide
There are many things you can do to lower the cost of college, even if you make too much to get need-based aid ($200k+ AGI). This E-Guide outlines the 6-Step College Affordability Plan, which helps families lower the cost of college and pay the bill with minimal loan damage.
Loans for College: An E-Guide
If you need loans for college, it’s important to choose the right loans and avoid the bad. This E-Guide will help you understand the loan landscape so you can make informed decisions and minimize loan damage.
Divorced/Single Parent? Know Who Files the FAFSA!
In a divorce situation, the parent who provides “the most financial support” files the FAFSA. This is not necessarily the parent who makes the highest income or pays child support. If the amount of support you provide exceeds the amount the other parent provides, then you may file the FAFSA. To help determine that, use this budget worksheet.
External Resources
Federal Financial Aid - The Department of Education’s Federal Financial Aid Website
CollegeNPV - Get a ROI projection for each college on your list to see if it’s worth the cost.
Occupational Outlook - Project Future Earnings of Different Majors/Careers
YouScience - Uncover which Careers and Majors are a Good Fit for Your Personality and Aptitudes
TuitionFit - Compare Your School’s Financial Aid Offer with Others
Niche - Help with Finding the Right Social and Academic Fit
RaiseMe - Earn Micro-Scholarships to Help Pay for College
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College Confidential - The World’s Largest Message Board for All Things College
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