Extra Ways to Pay for College

Discover More Options to Fund Your Education 🎓

Pell Grants - Free Money! 🎓

What's a Pell Grant?

It's FREE MONEY from the government for college! You don't have to pay it back - how cool is that? 🎉

Up to $7,395 for 2023-24 Never pay it back!

How do you get it? Super easy!

  • Fill out the FAFSA form
  • Be working on your first bachelor's degree
  • Show that you need financial help
  • Keep your grades up!

Quick Facts About Pell Grants

  • 💰 Amount changes based on your family's finances
  • 📚 Can use it at most colleges
  • 🎯 Money goes straight to your school
  • 📅 Apply every year with FAFSA
  • 🌟 Might get more if your parent died in military service

Federal Work-Study - Earn While You Learn! 💼

Get Paid to Work at School!

Work-Study lets you earn money with a part-time job that works around your class schedule. Plus, it looks great on your resume! 🌟

Flexible Hours School-Friendly Real Experience

Cool Jobs You Might Get:

  • 🎮 Tech Support Helper
  • 📚 Library Assistant
  • 🎨 Art Gallery Guide
  • 🏫 Campus Tour Guide
  • 🔬 Lab Assistant

Why Work-Study is Awesome:

  • ⏰ Work between classes
  • 📚 They understand exam weeks
  • 💪 Great first job experience
  • 🤝 Meet other students
  • 💰 Money goes to you directly

Pro Tip: Check the "Work-Study" box on your FAFSA to be considered!

More Ways to Get Money for College 💡

State Grants

Your state might give you free money too! Each state has different programs.

State-Specific Often Forgotten!
Find Your State's Free Money →

Monthly Payment Plans

Instead of paying all at once, break it into smaller monthly payments!

  • 💳 No interest charges
  • 📊 Easier to budget
  • 😌 Less stress

Tax Benefits

You (or your parents) might get money back on taxes for college expenses!

Up to $2,500 back! Save receipts!

💡 Super Important Tips!

  • ✨ Fill out FAFSA as early as possible (October 1st!)
  • 📱 Download the FAFSA app - it's easier than the website
  • 📅 Put reminders in your phone for deadlines
  • 📧 Make a special email just for college stuff
  • 📂 Keep a folder with all your important documents
  • ❓ Don't be shy - ask the financial aid office questions!