Smart Strategies for Paying for College (Financial Security and Life Success for Teens, 2)

by: G. S. Prentzas (Author)

Publisher: Rosen Young Adult

Publication Date: 2014/7/30

Language: English

Print Length: 80 pages

ISBN-10: 1477776141

ISBN-13: 9781477776148

Book Description

Even as having a higher education becomes increasingly essential in the job market, the costs associated with attending a post-secondary institution continue to rise, making the prospect of paying for college seem daunting. By examining and breaking down the various financing and aid options available, this practical volume allows students to accurately assess their financial situations and to develop strategies to finance a college education. Offering tips on how to tackle the FAFSA form and covering the difference between grants and scholarships, the benefits of work-study, and much more, this volume is a valuable resource for anyone interested in pursuing a college degree.

About the Author

Even as having a higher education becomes increasingly essential in the job market, the costs associated with attending a post-secondary institution continue to rise, making the prospect of paying for college seem daunting. By examining and breaking down the various financing and aid options available, this practical volume allows students to accurately assess their financial situations and to develop strategies to finance a college education. Offering tips on how to tackle the FAFSA form and covering the difference between grants and scholarships, the benefits of work-study, and much more, this volume is a valuable resource for anyone interested in pursuing a college degree.