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Student Loans
5 Things You Should Pay for With Student Loans (And 5 You Shouldn’t)
No, you're not meant to use those funds for a stellar spring break.
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The first step in determining your eligibility for federal student aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Use our smart tool to help you get started.
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Get Ready to Start Your College Financial Aid Planning.
The first step in paying for college is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). You can submit the FAFSA beginning October 1. Use this interactive tool to help you get ready.
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Campus Life
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Campus Life
Staying in the Loop: How to Connect with Friends Who Go Away to School
Saying goodbye to your friends is never easy — but it can be especially tough if you’re staying local and your friends are moving away.
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As the college planning process becomes more challenging, school counselors are more important than ever. Get caught up with tips and resources fellow counselors across the country are using to help their students and families.
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