I need help understanding how financial aid works.
Are you planning to attend college or a career school?
No, my son is.
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Who can assist me with planning for my son's college expenses?
Your son's school counselors will be able to help you with this. Additionally, the college financial aid office can help your son find state, college, and non-profit grants and scholarships to apply for.
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That's great. What if my son gets accepted to more than one college?
If your son is accepted by multiple colleges, it's very important to compare the costs and aid offers of each, so that he can accept aid from the school that is best for him.
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How will my son receive the aid?
His financial aid office will apply the aid to the amount he owes. The remaining balance can then be used for other college costs.
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What is an aid offer?
An aid offer will explain the types and amounts of aid each college is offering your son. It will also include expected costs for the year.
