Sometimes the process is slow and frustrating. But remember, each year thousands of dollars of financial aid funding is unused. Be tenacious and those dollars could be yours. Discuss the difference between grants, scholarships, subsidized loans, unsubsidized loans, etc. Money Survival Realize from the onset that tuition does not include any other expenses.
Books are expensive.
You will be bombarded with credit card offers. Be careful, melting plastic now may cost you a car or mortgage later. The best way not to overspend is never to sign the credit card agreement in the first place. Most banks have customer service representatives who can assist you. HINT - Check to see which bank sponsors the ATM on your campus.