1001 Ways to Pay for College: Practical Strategies to Make College AffordableBalancing detailed explanations with real-life examples and practical resources, this guide reveals a multitude of ways to finance higher education. Topics include how to find and win scholarships, negotiate with colleges for more financial aid, maximize assistance from state and federal governments, take advantage of educational tax breaks, and benefit from government-subsidized student loans. Also included are creative strategies such as starting profitable dorm-room enterprises, trading tuition costs for volunteer service, and canceling debts with loan repayment programs. This book is designed to aid high school, college, adult, and graduate school students and their parents. |
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The Many Ways To Pay For College | 13 |
The Many Ways To Pay For College | 15 |
Find A Scholarship | 19 |
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