Introduction -- What you'll pay for college -- What is financial aid? -- The truth about financial aid packages -- How to reduce your net price -- Calculating your 4-year price tag -- Additional ways to shave college costs -- Family conversations about money -- Appendix A: Links, resources, and worksheets -- Appendix B: Guide to the FAFSA -- Appendix C: Guide to the CSS profile -- Appendix D: Guide to EFC -- Appendix E: Guide to financial aid when parents are divorced, separated, unmarried, or remarried -- Financial aid glossary -- About the authors -- Acknowledgements.
Summary:
"Financing a college education is a daunting task no matter what your circumstances. With strategic guidance on applying for aid and consumer-friendly advice to minimize college costs, Paying for College helps you get in the driver's seat of your experience and: -- Learn how the new tax law affects financing your college education -- Maximize your financial aid eligibility -- Explore long- and short-term strategies to reduce college costs and avoid expensive application mistakes -- Complete every question on the FAFSA and CSS PROFILE forms to your best advantage -- Compare aid offers and learn how to appeal if necessary -- Plan strategically as a separated/divorced parent, blended family, or independent student." -- Back cover.
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