| Description |
162 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm |
| Note |
At head of title: The Princeton Review. |
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Includes index. |
| Contents |
Introduction -- Learn how financial aid really works -- Sticker shock -- Craft your college list -- Apply for financial aid no matter what -- Find and apply for grants and scholarships -- Decode your financial aid offer -- Be realistic about debt -- Funding your future. |
| Summary |
"Alas, not everybody started saving for college when their kid was in diapers. But there's still hope -- and help! This friendly guide distills the confusing financial aid process into 8 clear, actionable steps you can take RIGHT NOW to help afford college. The underlying message is simple: Parents and students who understand how to apply for financial aid get more financial aid. Armed with the checklists, timelines, and info in this book, you'll be able to: Figure out what colleges actually cost ; Understand grants, loans, work-study, and other forms of aid ; Get to know the FAFSA and CSS Profile ; Research scholarship opportunities ; Quickly compare financial aid offers from different schools ; Find creative ways to lighten your debt load."-- back cover. |
| Subject |
Student aid -- United States.
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College costs -- United States.
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Scholarships -- United States.
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| Added Author |
Princeton Review (Firm), editor.
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| Added Title |
Eight steps to paying less for college |
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Princeton Review 8 steps to paying less for college |
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Eightsteps to paying less for college |
| ISBN |
9780525568001 |
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052556800X |
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