Paying for College for Dummies - by Eric Tyson (Paperback)

About the Book

"Financing a college education is a daunting task. Best selling personal finance advisor and author Eric Tyson offers strategic guidance on saving and investing for college costs, financial aid, scholarships, the best student loans, college alternatives, and the latest online tools to evaluate schools. Perfect for parents and independant students alike, this book offers proven advice on affording quality college and other higher education. There is no other guide like it!"--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Discover a concrete financial plan to finance a college education

Financing a college education is a daunting task no matter what your circumstances. Bestselling author and personal finance expert, Eric Tyson offers tried and true strategic advice on how to understand loans, know your options, and how to improve your financial fitness while paying down your student loan debt. Armed with the checklists and timelines, you'll be able to:

• Figure out what colleges actually cost
• Get to know the FAFSA(R) and CSS Profile(TM)
• Research scholarship opportunities
• Quickly compare financial aid offers from different schools
• Find creative ways to lighten your debt load
• Explore alternatives such as apprenticeships, online programs

Paying for College For Dummies helps parents and independent students navigate everything from planning strategically as a married/separated/divorced/widowed parent, completing every question on the FAFSA and CSS PROFILE forms, understanding tax laws, and so much more. No other book offers this much practical guidance on choosing and paying or college.

From the Back Cover

• Figure out what college will cost you
• Get more scholarships, financial aid and tackle the FAFSA^(R)
• Explore faster, cheaper alternatives to college

Get the best deal on college pricing--here's how

Financing a college education is a daunting task. Bestselling personal finance advisor and author Eric Tyson offers strategic guidance on saving and investing for college costs, financial aid, scholarships, the best student loans, college alternatives, and the latest online tools to evaluate schools. Perfect for parents and independent students alike, this book offers proven advice on affording quality college and other higher education. There is no other guide like it!

Inside...

• Maximize financial aid
• Understand the world of 529 and tax laws
• Discover grants, loans, and more
• Find scholarship opportunities
• Compare different schools
• Plan ahead strategically
• Reduce your expenses

About the Author

Eric Tyson is the best-selling author of Personal Finance For Dummies, Investing For Dummies, Home Buying Kit For Dummies, and more. A nationally recognized personal finance writer and lecturer, Eric graduated with honors from Yale University and the Stanford Graduate School of Business.