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College can be expensive these days – but it doesn't
have to be. Find out what programs might be available
for you here.
Can You Afford a Public College? 
Don't be too quick to eliminate a school based on cost.
Sometimes, a private college can be a more economical
choice than a public college.
The Ivy League May Be More Affordable Than You Think
It's true that these schools are expensive, and that
many of their students come from wealthy families. But
all of these schools extend need-based financial aid to
a large number of their students, and several have
'need-blind' admissions.
Early Admissions and Financial Aid
Senior Consultant Deb
Schmidt cautions applicants to consider another
important aspect of college planning as they decide
whether to use the early admissions option: financial
aid.
Getting to Know the FAFSA
The 2010 FAFSA form isn't due to the federal government until June 30th, but many states and colleges have earlier deadlines. Smart students (and parents)
will complete one sooner rather than later in order to secure the financial assistance they want to help pay for college.
How to Complete a FAFSA
At first glance, a FAFSA might
look overwhelmingly complex. Follow our tips to make it
a smoother process.
Information Needed for the FAFSA
Do you have what you
need to fill out this important financial aid form?
Here's a quick rundown.
GW Addresses
Affordability and Costs
George Washington University, the largest
institution of higher education in the nation's capitol,
announced recently a five-year plan to address
affordability and cost for its undergraduates.
Cornell's New
Financial Aid Initiative
Cornell University announced a sweeping new
financial aid initiative to eliminate need-based loans
for all undergraduate students from families with
incomes under $75,000, making it possible for new
students to graduate debt-free.
Harvard Overhauls Financial Aid Plan
Harvard University announced a sweeping overhaul of
financial aid policies designed to make Harvard College
more affordable for families across the income spectrum.
Other schools are gearing up to follow suit.
Yale Announces Increase in Financial Aid Assistance
Yale University announced that the college is reducing the average cost of sending a student to Yale by over 50 percent for families with financial need. This represents the largest increase in spending for finacnial aid in the University's history.
Dartmouth Reveals
New Financial Aid Policies
Dartmouth recently announced a number of enhancements
to the College's financial aid packages for
undergraduates, beginning in academic year 2008-09, to
ensure that Dartmouth remains accessible to academically
talented students regardless of their financial
situation.
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