Tag: need-based aid

Yes, there are a number of ways to get financial aid and/or scholarships to help cover the cost of attending a pre-college program. read more

This free application can lead you to a wealth of financial aid, and filling out the FAFSA is not as hard as you may think. read more

Set aside a designated time each week to search out and apply for scholarships. Don't limit yourself to just online scholarship websites. Contact local and national businesses, corporations, and organizations directly to inquire about any they may offer. read more

Universities in the United States offer several types of aid, and it is important to understand your options to make an informed decision. read more

Money from grants and fellowships is yours free and clear, and they look great on your resume to boot. So how do you get 'em? read more

Welcome to Financial Aid Month 2015, CollegeXpressers! read more

You will see or hear a variety of acronyms and terms throughout the financial aid process. Here are a handful of the need-to-know terms. read more

Going to college often means meeting people from different socioeconomic backgrounds. Of course, money can be, and probably always will be, a touchy subject. There are just a few things students need to keep in mind when thinking about socioeconomic diversity. read more

I offer basic financial aid advice and point the family in the direction of colleges who are notoriously generous with merit aid. In addition, I give the family a report that shows which scholarships the student might be eligible for at the colleges to which he or she is applying. read more

Going to college is expensive, no matter where you go. While you are in high school, look at all the possibilities for financial aid, and begin your search early. There are countless ways to do this, but your guidance office is a good starting point. read more