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Deciding Between A Federal Student Grant vs Loan

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Many students wonder how to decide between federal student grant vs loan. After you file your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), you will receive a report outlining your EFC (Expected Family Contribution) and then your school will send you a financial aid award. On your award letter or notice, you may find student grants or even a student loan. Your federal student aid can include a Pell grant which is money given to you to pay for school … Continue reading →

Information On How To Qualify For Pell Grant

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Even with all the websites available, it can be confusing to know how to qualify for Pell grant. Pell grants are monies given to students who are low income and may not be able to go to college without the financial assistance they receive from the program. The grants do not have to be repaid, so they can help students avoid taking out student loans to fund their college education in some cases, or at least lessen the amount that … Continue reading →

Start Looking For College Grants Early

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If you are in high school and looking to go to college, or are already in college, it is a good idea to start looking for college grants as early as possible. A grant is a great way to help pay for college because grant money doesn’t have to be paid back. Remember though that getting student grants takes a long time, so you should apply as early as possible before the grant deadline. Many different government agencies and private … Continue reading →