College can be expensive, but you don't have to be a millionaire to afford a great education after high school. All you need is some college financial planning.

Financial aid for college comes in scholarships, grants, federal and private loans and work-study programs. All financial aid can be effective and helpful when it comes to paying for college. You can learn more about each of these ways to pay for college in the articles below.

Be sure to contact your college's financial aid office with your questions about how to pay for college. College can be affordable, and higher education is always worth your investment!

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	Donna Gruber Director of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio.
	Carson-Newman College Contact the Admissions Department at Carson-Newman College in Jefferson City, Tennessee.
	Pennsylvania College of Technology Contact the admissions department at Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, PA.
	Liberty University Contact the Admissions Department at Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA.
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	Oklahoma Student Loan Authority Attending college can be costly, but, financial aid is available to most students and parents who apply.
	Panhandle Plains SLC Our mission is to work for the success of students by promoting college financial aid awareness, providing a simple student loan process, and delivering all aspects of student loan service.
	AIE.org From college planning advice to financial aid information to career guidance, AIE has the reliable information students and parents need to make the right decisions for the future.
	Charter One Bank College is one of the smartest -- and biggest -- investments you may ever make. As a leading provider of federal student loans, Charter One Bank is here to help you find an affordable financing program that's right for you.
	Federal Student Aid Apply for federal aid and find other helpful information on financial aid
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