As your high school student begins planning for college, there are many actions you and your child can take to prepare. We have gathered information in the steps below to help with that planning and preparation. Step One: Create a Savings Plan Your greatest asset is time. The sooner you …
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Other Types of Aid
There are opportunities for aid outside of scholarships and financial aid; you just have to know where to look. Other types of aid come from a variety of sources, like federal and state governments, the military and employers. Sometimes, students are able to automatically qualify, while other times, …
Beyond Financial Aid
Securing financial aid is just one of many important milestones you'll face in your college career. Discover additional college-related information to help you make smart decisions along the way: College Selection Choosing the right school can be a challenge, these resources will help you …
About Finaid
Finaid was established in the fall of 1994 as a public service. This award-winning site has grown into the most comprehensive source of student financial aid information, advice and tools -- on or off the web. Finaid has earned a stellar reputation in the educational community as the best web …
Student Loans
What is a Student Loan? An education loan is a form of financial aid that must be repaid, with interest. When students receive a student loan, it is borrowing money to attend college. It is important to understand repayment options to repay student loans successfully. Explore Student Loan …
