Follow road map when applying for financial aid

For those who need help paying for college, a financial aid package can make higher education more affordable — or even possible.
Aid is available from many sources, such as the federal government, your state, the college you plan to attend, or a nonprofit or private organization. It may come in the form of grants or scholarships that you do not have to pay back, word-study programs, or loans you do have to repay.
See if you qualify
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