You Can Deal With It
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"I am struggling. I'm not earning nearly enough to pay my monthly bills…"
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"Mom says I shouldn't get a credit card. I don't know what she's worried about…"
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"I just lost my job. My student loan payments are the last thing I'm concerned about right now…"
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Student Aid Timeline
View key steps in the student aid process before, during, and after college.
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Let us be your guide for all things student aid related. We're a great resource for money management tips, too.
for Parents
Follow our practical advice to get your college-bound son or daughter off to a solid financial start.
for Schools
We provide the information you need to create a default prevention plan and educate your students about student loans and debt management.
Supporting Content
Student Aid 101
Frustrated by the complexity of student aid, including loans? Don't know where to begin? You've come to the right place.
Test Your Knowledge
How much student aid is available in the United States?
- $168 million
- $168 billion
- $168 trillion
2. $168 billion
Billions of dollars are available every year to help you pay for college. This aid comes in the form of low-interest loans and grants. Most students receive some form of aid.
Source: The College Board, 2009