Paying for College

College isn't cheap, but you have options. We put together clear guidance on the FAFSA, student loans, the Pell Grant, and other financial aid resources to help you make confident, informed decisions.
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Everything You Need to Know About the FAFSA

The Student’s Guide to Financial Aid and the FAFSA

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.

Matthew Arrojas

by Matthew Arrojas

Updated January 6, 2026

Understanding Student Loans

The Student’s Guide to College Loans

The Student’s Guide to College Loans

Matthew Arrojas

by Matthew Arrojas

Updated September 22, 2025

How Does Student Loan Interest Work? A Complete Guide

How Does Student Loan Interest Work? A Complete Guide

Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

by Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

Updated July 5, 2022

A Complete Guide to Private Student Loans

A Complete Guide to Private Student Loans

Staff Writers

by Staff Writers

Updated March 25, 2023

The Pell Grant Explained

What Is the Pell Grant?

What Is the Pell Grant?

Matthew Arrojas

by Matthew Arrojas

Updated January 20, 2026

Pell Grant Calculator: How Much Federal Aid Can You Get?

Pell Grant Calculator: How Much Federal Aid Can You Get?

Matthew Arrojas

by Matthew Arrojas

Updated January 26, 2026

Average Pell Grant and 2026 Maximum Amount

Average Pell Grant and 2026 Maximum Amount

Lyss Welding

by Lyss Welding

Updated January 7, 2026

Scholarships for Every Student

Earning a Free Degree

Financial Aid Guides for Every Student

Financial Aid News to Know

All Financial Aid Resources

FAFSA Income Limits: How Much Income Is Too Much?

FAFSA Income Limits: How Much Income Is Too Much?

Matthew Arrojas

by Matthew Arrojas

Updated January 23, 2026

Should I Claim My College Student as a Dependent?

Should I Claim My College Student as a Dependent?

Beth Walton

by Beth Walton

Updated July 9, 2025

6 Ways College Finances Affect Mental Health

6 Ways College Finances Affect Mental Health

Lyss Welding

by Lyss Welding

Updated June 3, 2025

Why Is College So Expensive? 5 Reasons

Why Is College So Expensive? 5 Reasons

Jessica Bryant

by Jessica Bryant

Updated May 7, 2025

What to Know About Tax Breaks for College Students and Parents

What to Know About Tax Breaks for College Students and Parents

Stephen Gaffney

by Stephen Gaffney

Updated April 22, 2025

The 18 Best Apps for Saving Money in College

The 18 Best Apps for Saving Money in College

Evan Castillo

by Evan Castillo

Updated April 14, 2025

Should You Get a Student Credit Card?

Should You Get a Student Credit Card?

Lindsay VanSomeren

by Lindsay VanSomeren

Updated March 20, 2025

A Complete Overview of College Enrollment Deposits

A Complete Overview of College Enrollment Deposits

Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

by Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

Updated August 20, 2024

Scholarships for Computer Science Majors

Scholarships for Computer Science Majors

Erin Treder

by Erin Treder

Updated April 26, 2024