Cost of College

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What is financial aid?

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Money given or loaned to assist in paying for college.

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What is a loan?

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Money borrowed which must be repaid, usually with interest.

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What is a scholarship?

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Money given based on talents and grades.

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What is work study?

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Money earned by working at the school as a way to pay for classes.

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What are tuition fees?

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The cost of taking classes at a college or university.

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What is room and board?

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The cost of housing and meals while attending college.

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What are books and supplies?

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Expenses for textbooks and materials needed for classes.

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What is transportation cost?

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Expenses related to traveling to and from college.

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How do you calculate total college expenses?

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Add up tuition, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation.

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What is the difference between a grant and a loan?

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A grant is free money that does not need to be repaid, while a loan must be repaid with interest.