How to Get Financial Aid for College and College Scholarships
A Recent Financial Aid Testimonial:
"You helped Sarah find a college that she loves. She also received financial aid and scholarships that have made her college choice about the same as CU Boulder would have been." - Parent of a freshman at Rhodes College in TN |
"We never realized that some private schools could cost less than public universities. You helped Elizabeth find some colleges that she loved and were also affordable. Parent of a sophomore at Denison University in OH |
Paying for college is one of the biggest concerns that parents and students face today. It is no longer only a question of getting in, but how do we pay for it if you do get in? College Direction helps families with financial aid and scholarships and assists you in finding ways to pay for college and make it more affordable.
Applying for financial aid is not as confusing as you might think. Many families are often pleasantly surprised that they qualify for financial aid. Granted, there is information to gather and forms to fill out. However, if it makes paying for college easier, it definitely is worth the time and effort.
Applying for financial aid is not as confusing as you might think. Many families are often pleasantly surprised that they qualify for financial aid. Granted, there is information to gather and forms to fill out. However, if it makes paying for college easier, it definitely is worth the time and effort.
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There are three types of student financial aid:
1. Scholarships and grants which the student does not need to repay 2. Loans which can be federal and private and need to be repaid 3. Work-study on campus. Once students determine the schools they want to apply to, they should contact these colleges and talk with a financial aid officer. Find out what grants or scholarships might be available for freshmen students. Ask how to apply for them. |
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Parents should fill out the FAFSA online form whether they think they qualify for financial aid or not. It can be submitted anytime after January 1, 2015. Some private schools also want you to fill out the CSS. Make sure you have all of the necessary financial information available before you begin either the FAFSA or CSS profile.
The sooner you file these forms, the sooner you will know what your financial aid status is at each college or university. It is important to review the financial aid reports you receive so that you are choosing the college with the least amount of debt.
The sooner you file these forms, the sooner you will know what your financial aid status is at each college or university. It is important to review the financial aid reports you receive so that you are choosing the college with the least amount of debt.