What you’ll learn to do: describe factors for finances in college including student expenses, financial aid, and financial decision making

The cost of college should never discourage anyone from going after a valuable degree.

–Arne Duncan, former United States Secretary of Education

By the end of this section, you will be able to identify sources of major and minor expenses in your life when attending college. You will explore sources of financial assistance and strategies for applying for financial aid. You will also explore federal grants and scholarships as financial aid support for college and factors in borrowing and repaying student loan debt. In addition, you will be able to explain strategies for financial decision-making and goal setting for your college education.