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Almost every family encounters some out-of-pocket costs for college. This is why one of the most fundamental goals a parent can achieve in the financial aid process is to know the value of the financial aid award you will receive from each school before you apply.
It is easy to understand that knowing what each school is willing to award you in aid before you ever apply will save you time and money. This advantage will also aid in helping your student to make a sound decision as oppose to an emotional decision.
With as much responsibility that the students have with academic positioning, parents have just as much responsibility if not sometimes more. The below check list will aid in pointing you in the right direction.
For information on Federal grants, loans, and special topics, be sure to review the Financial Aid 101 and 201 guides to college funding.
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