Five Things to Consider When Paying the College Bill

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Five Things to Consider When Paying the College Bill Paying for college can be daunting for any family or student, but with the right strategies, planning, and information, you can make it more manageable. Here are five essential things to consider when planning to pay for college: Knowing the Cost in Advance Understanding the true cost of college is the …

The Student Aid Index: The New Way to Calculate College Aid

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The U.S. Department of Education (ED) is about to fundamentally change how eligibility for college financial aid is calculated. Here’s what you need to know and a link to a free calculator to estimate eligibility for college aid using the new methodology. Background On December 27, 2020, Congress passed the FAFSA Simplification Act to simplify the financial aid application form …