| Description |
xviii, 286 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Contents |
Saving for college- start now! -- 529 plans- an excellent college savings vehicle -- Financial aid primer- the basics -- Scholarships- get free money -- Student loans- finding the right balance -- Tax benefits for higher education- tax credits and deductions -- The college admissions process- prepare, prepare, prepare -- The college application- pulling it all together -- Financial aid- the second college application process -- Filing financial aid forms- it's worth the effort -- Financial literacy- for high school and college students -- Create a family colleeg plan- you'll be glad you did!. |
| Summary |
Authors John Hupalo and Peter Mazareas, Ph.D., two of the nations foremost experts on college planning, bring their expertise in 529 Savings Plans, federal and private credit student loans, college planning and the college admissions process to parents wondering how to best prepare and plan for their children's future. Featuring age-appropriate guidance with grade-by-grade direction for children of all ages, and detailed information on financing and successfully applying to college, the book outlines the latest information and best strategies to save, plan and succeed in the college preparation and admissions process. |
| Subject |
Education -- United States -- Finance.
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College costs -- United States.
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| Added Author |
Mazareas, Peter, 1950- author.
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| ISBN |
9780768940800 paperback |
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076894080X |
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