Student Finance
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The Student’s Guide to Financial Aid and the FAFSA
What is financial aid? What is the FAFSA? Learn about the different types of aid you can get for college and how to fill out the FAFSA.
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Student Loans
Budgeting & Saving
Scholarships
Taxes
Tax Quiz
Student Finance for Parents

A Complete Guide to the FAFSA for Parents
FAFSA can help match your child with thousands of dollars in financial aid for college. Learn why it's important to file and the steps to do it.
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A Complete Guide to Parent PLUS Loans
Parent PLUS loans help parents pay for their kids' college tuition over time. Learn how they work and how to apply.
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Saving for Your Child’s College Education
As the cost of attending college increases, parents have become more realistic about how much of their children's education they're able to cover.
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