Scholarships, Loans, Financial Aid & the FAFSA

College is expensive, but you can find ways to make it affordable — it just takes research. There are college scholarships for just about everything...

Think you have to be the star quarterback or have straight A's to get a college scholarship? Think again. The reality is that there are huge numbers of...

Every year, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) awards college scholarships to more than 10,500 students -- and if you’ve got the right stuff,...

Here are definitions for some common financial aid terms beginning with the letters N through Z, so that you can become more familiar with the terms you...

When seeking financial aid for college, your Expected Family Contribution will impact the amount of out-of-pocket costs you'll be expected to contribute....

Applying for financial aid can be very daunting, especially if you don't have someone to turn to who has been through it. Not only do these families share...

As the loan world continues to evolve, rules regarding federal student loans, private student loans, and interest rates will change. You will likely see...

For many families today, regular financial aid programs come up short in meeting the tuition bill each semester. Rather than using savings, many families...

Here are some commonly asked questions about college loan information, including Stafford loans, borrowing amounts for loans, and the availability of PLUS...

If you have questions about saving for college, determining your eligibility for financial aid, and completing the FAFSA, you're not alone. Here are some...

If you qualified for a federal Pell Grant in your financial aid package, there are other financial aid opportunities that you should know about. Pell Grant...

Pursuing a certificate or degree can cost a lot of money, but it's usually money well spent. On average, people with undergraduate and graduate degrees...

Trying to compare one financial aid award letter to another can be daunting and even a bit confusing. Peterson's makes it easier by allowing you to compare...

Let's say you live in Wisconsin but you want to go to school in Hawaii so you can work on your surfing skills. You went online to check out tuition and...

It takes more than a great outfit and a dazzling smile to impress your financial aid counselor. If you want to build a positive relationship, take ownership...

One of the first things you should do after deciding to apply for financial assistance is to check the aid section of the college’s admission material....

What is meant by "You can't win if you don't play"? Simply put, if you want a financial aid award from the federal or state government, you must submit...

You carefully filled out your FAFSA application and completed the CSS PROFILE. After you sent each financial aid application off to be processed and evaluated,...

According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), your access to vocational rehabilitation and educational opportunities is guaranteed. So, in addition...

When researching college financial aid, you want to consider all of your options. That includes financial aid opportunities close to home. There are some...

When researching college financial aid, don't forget to look close to home. For opportunities in your area, a great place to start is your state's higher...

Scores of incoming students are unaware that the military is a source of financial aid to the tune of about $1 billion each year. The military provides...

For many students, the reason for postponing college comes down to one very simple fact — they just can't afford it. With no scholarships or grants, and...

If you have experienced the heartache of losing your spouse or parent during the course of their military service, or if they have suffered permanent disability,...

When it comes to saving for college, it pays to plan ahead. The College Financial Planning Calculator available in Peterson's StudentEdge helps you estimate...

Looking for a way to shave your tax bill? Nearly every state in the union that has a state income tax now offers a tax deduction if you're contributing...

As college costs continue to be a significant issue when choosing which school to attend, you may reach for the panic button when you ponder how on earth...