The Go Financial Aid Blog

No one ever aid college was easy. For the next four years, you should be working hard. Just because you may spend a lot of time studying, that doesn’t mean you aren’t going to have the need for living expenses. There are options to finance your living expenses. -Check bulletin boards for part time jobs. [...]

A nursing degree can be an expensive venture. Books along are very costly. That combined with tuition, uniforms, possible room and board, and other supplies quickly add up. Don’t let costs discourage you from pursuing your dreams. There are many financial aid opportunities available for nursing students, even those who may not feel they qualify. [...]

When federal aid does not provide enough funds for college, many students turn to private loans. There are many different lenders and many different loans available. Often times, this can cause confusion for parents and students. Private loans can not only be used for tuition, room, and board, but for other college expenses such as [...]

Whether you are sending your first child off to college or your fourth child, everyone can use a little help in getting the most education for the least about of your own money. 1. Apply. You can’t get financial aid if you don’t apply. File out of your FAFSA and encourage your child to apply [...]

If the economy as cost you or someone you know a job, college is one option to consider. A number of government agencies, charities, and colleges are helping the unemployed head back to the classroom. Federal Pell Grants can provide unemployed workers with up to $5350 for the cost of community colleges, 4 year colleges [...]

We’ve reached the half way point of January and if you haven’t made a New Years Resolution yet, why not make a resolution that will help you maximize your financial aid for the next school year? With the cost of college rising, it’s a resolution that will provide you with a bright future! Give one [...]

The rebounding economy is not good for those hoping to find scholarships in 2010. When the economy came falling down in 2009, many private colleges found themselves in a panic.  They significantly increased their financially aid packages in order to attract students. Students in the class of 2013 found themselves with a wide variety of [...]

For a lot of students, attending a couple years of community college is a wise decision. The cost of community college is considerably less than that of a four year college. Students can save a significant amount on tuition, transportation, room, and board. However, a lot of parents and students assume that due to the [...]

Happy New Year! Its time to start filling out the 2010-2011 FAFSA form. When it comes to paying for college, every penny counts. Here are some tips to maximize your financial aid options: Jump Start the Financial Aid Process. If possible, apply in January as close to the 1st as possible. First Come-First Serve Basis. [...]