Chapter 1: Sizing up the challenge College costs rise every year, but few students pay the full sticker price. Discover how to maximize financial aid opportunities and how to search for the college best suited for your student.Chapter 2: Building a college fund Get the details on creating, growing and tapping college investment plans such as 529s, prepaid tuition plans and education bond programs.Chapter 3: Last-minute financing Yikes! Your star is a senior and college funds are nonexistent. Don't panic. There are plenty of ways to reduce expenses and finance college costs even at this late date.Chapter 4: Where to find the money Financial aid opportunities come in a variety of ways from a number of sources including your state and federal government, colleges and even employers.Chapter 5: Paying off student loans Learn how to manage your student loans, how and when to consolidate them, and ways to get them forgiven forever. advertisementRelated Links:5 tips on reading your Student Aid ReportCollege search: finding your best school 4 scholarship scams to avoidRelated Articles:Saving for collegePay for college mistakesCoverdells ending K-12 use
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