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Save for college, cut costs and figure out if it's all worthwhile.

FAFSA Facts

The first step to receiving financial aid is filing the FAFSA.

Scholarships

Scholarships provide students with free money for college.

Private Student Loans

Private student loans can help you make ends meet when paying for college.

Financial Aid

Find federal and private education financing and borrow smart.

Loan Repayment / Refinance

Repay, consolidate and refinance. Plus, learn about discounts, deductions and forgiveness.
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How to Choose a Student Loan

Wondering how you'll cover the cost of school this year? Find out which lenders are offering loans for your school.

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Federal Student Loans vs. Private Student Loans
Federal and private student loans have different characteristics depending on academic level: undergraduate or graduate. These tables list the differences for Perkins Loans, Direct Loans, PLUS Loans, and private student loans.

How Student Loans Work
Like other loans, student loans are paid back over a certain period of time, almost always with interest. Find out how student loans really work.

Quiz: What's Your Financial Aid IQ?

Think you know financial aid? We’re putting your knowledge to the test.

How to Compare Student Loan Costs
Ads don’t always compare student loans on an equal basis. Learn how to review loan details to minimize the total amount of your student loan payments.

How to Choose the Best Student Loans
Different types of federal and private student loans offer different costs and benefits. Students and parents can minimize costs by following these recommendations when choosing loans.

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