The Simple Guide to College Admission & Financial Aid: How to Select the Right College, Applying for College Admission, Writing the College Essay, the Financial Aid Process Made Easy - Softcover

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Chances are, you probably know someone who has applied to college recently. You might remember the stress and confusion as they attempted to navigate an often confusing process. Going to college is one of the most important decisions you'll make in your lifetime but applying for college admission and financial aid should not be confusing or stressful. The Simple Guide to College Admission and Financial Aid is an easy-to-use workbook for developing a sound college admission and financial aid strategy while guiding students and parents step-by-step through the process - taking a confusing subject and making it clear, concise and simple. Maximize your chances for admission and the best financial aid award possible. Choosing the right schools not only increases chances for admission, but also increases chances of getting the best financial aid award possible. The Guide provides you with the important information you'll need to know before you apply for college admission and financial aid, as well as tips, insider information and advice that will take all of the mystery (and stress) out of the process.The convenient workbook format of the Guide allows you to keep track of important deadlines, scholarship opportunities, applications, financial aid forms and more. Each chapter is summarized with important to do lists. From selecting the right schools to completing applications, from writing an excellent essay to completing a successful admissions interview, and from paying for college to completing the FAFSA, The Simple Guide to College Admission & Financial Aid is full of invaluable information that will put you well on your way to achieving (and affording) your college dreams.Do you know what to consider when selecting colleges? Did you know that colleges do not have to meet your financial need? Did you know that the FAFSA and CSS Financial Aid Profile use your financial information differently? Do you know the best places to look for scholarships? Do you know how outside scholarships may affect your financial aid package? Do you how to determine the difference between good and weak financial aid packages? Learn the answers to these questions and much more!