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• Search Nearly $8 Billion in Scholarships
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• Check Out the Student Loan Center
• Find Out How to Get College-Based Awards

Financial Aid Tips
See what our financial aid expert had to say about college aid in a recent interview on WNPR.

• Listen Now (MP3, 00:47; 744 K)

This audio clip was provided courtesy of The Faith Middleton Show, which airs on wnpr.org in New York, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.

The Importance of Planning Ahead
The #1 thing you can do to secure financial aid is to start planning as early as possible. Learn more about the process of paying for college.

Financial Aid Timelines
Get tips to help you stay on track through each stage of the financial aid process.

• Junior Year
• Senior Year
• Tips for Every Family

Financial Aid Q & A
View answers to some common - and not-so-common - financial aid questions.

• The Basics
• Federal Aid
• Borrowing
• Special Situations

Savings Calculator
As you explore financial aid options, it's wise to determine how much you'll need to save to offset your expenses. Think it's too late? Don't. Whether you're way ahead of the game or down to the wire, it's always a smart decision.

Determine how much you need to save, based on your college start date:

• Financial Planning Calculator

Learn More
Read up and learn more about the ins and outs of financial aid.

• Financial Aid Literacy Quiz: How much do you know about financial aid?
• Real Advice from Real Families: Tips from people who have been there.
• Financial Aid Case Studies: See how a family's finances affect aid.    

Financial Aid Tip 
About 400 private colleges require the PROFILE in addition to the FAFSA. Check with yours to find out if you'll need to complete it.