Best plan is to accept financial aid funds you don't have to pay back.
Did you school financial aid office send you an aid offer?
No, I have not received an aid offer from the college I want to go to.
What is the best advice to keep in mind when I do get a financial aid offer and want to decide is the best offer?
You should always accept free money first such as scholarships and grants.
What should I do about receiving a paper aid offer?
You most likely will have to sign it and mail it back to the school.
What if I take a loan out from the Direct Loan Program?
If you will be taking a loan from the Direct Loan Program then the U.S. Department of Education will be your lender.
What are the best ways to decide what student loans to accept?