Make a commitment to reduce the cost of your tuition with financial aid

College is a significant expense in time and money, but there's no reason that a prospective student should shell out the full price of tuition when there are so many options to help cover costs. Between grants, scholarships and other forms of financial aid, there are a number of methods to help reduce your bottom line.

Start off your process by filling out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. This will put you in the running for federal Pell Grants and other forms of funding. Best of all, these grants won't need to be paid back and can decrease your long-term debt.

College scholarships are another option that are offered by schools, businesses, non-profits and private individuals. Finding these funds is a huge investment of time, and applying for each of them will be even more strenuous. But, with a bit of hard work, you may be able to get a free ride to the college of your choice!

There are countless financial aid opportunities for prospective students, but it will take perseverance and a bit of luck to impress a potential lender.  

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