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2.5a Deciphering Your Financial Aid

Discussion Prompts

You’re considering a few different colleges you’ve been accepted into and are trying to determine your net price for each school. What are some things you need to know to figure this out?

2.5a Deciphering Your Financial Aid

Essential Questions

• What is a financial aid package and how do I read it?
• How can I compare financial aid packages from different schools to understand my financial responsibility for each school?
• In what order should I accept different types of aid? Why?
• What can I do if the financial aid I receive is not enough to cover the cost of attending college?

Essential Questions