A MEFA presenter shares why families often wish they started planning for college earlier and how it's never too early to start saving for college. …

Tips focus on student loans, budgeting, credit cards, and credit score…

Some helpful reminders for high school juniors and their parents when preparing for the college admissions process…

Topics include the benefits of studying abroad, how to pay for it, how costs compare to home institution prices, and how studying abroad shapes careers…

Guidance includes how admissions offices view the transcript, why academic opportunities are important, and how teacher recommendations are viewed…

Learn who the loan borrower is, how the funds get to the school, what to do if you are not approved for a private loan, and more. …

Learn how to figure out what you owe, how to budget for indirect costs, and which expenses 529 accounts can cover. …

Learn how to update a FAFSA, where to get a tax transcript, and how to report scholarships. …

Learn what to do if you haven't yet received your financial aid offer, why the offers may differ at each college, how work-study works, how to communicate special circumstances, and more. …

Learn about Federal Direct Loans including when the interest rate is determined, how interest accumulates, the difference between subsidized and unsubsidized loans. …