You’ve been accepted–and you were awarded money!  From more than one school!  So who has the best offer?  Who provides the most financial aid? Now you have another factor– money–to consider when deciding on your best-fit college. Reviewing award letters can be confusing, so I’ve outlined the key steps to take to determine your best award package:

First Things First
When you receive your award letter, be sure to read it carefully and call the school’s financial aid office if you have questions or if your personal information–like your name, address, Social Security number–is incorrect.  If your Expected Family Contribution is listed, check it against your Student Aid Report and ensure the numbers match. Read the rest of this entry »

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