📰Newsflash: The cost of education is rising! Are you ready to meet the cost??? If the answer is no, check out the following strategies to pay less for your college education:

🏦 Pay Less For College Strategy # 1: Apply for Scholarships and Grants 

There are plenty of options out there and none of them require repayment. Search for opportunities through your state, intended college, local community organizations, corporate entities, and national scholarship databases. 

For Scholarships

Tailor your applications to each scholarship’s criteria and apply to as many as possible.

Check databases like bold.org and JLV scholarships for scholarship opportunities and keep your eye on my scholarship + list throughout the year as well.

For Grants

Apply through FAFSA for access to federal funds and check your state to see if you qualify for state grants and funding. 

🤔Not sure what your state offers? 

Check the Nasfaa State Program Finder to see what other types of aid are available to you.

🏦 Pay Less For College Strategy # 2: Choose a Community College to complete General Education Courses 

Starting at a community college can be significantly less expensive than starting at a four-year institution. Their costs are much cheaper which will make it easier on your pockets and can help you save thousands of dollars in the long run. Start at a community college to complete all general education requirements, then transfer to a four-year college or university to finish up.

🏦 Pay Less For College Strategy # 3: Take CLEP Exams

CLEP exams allow students to obtain college credits for wayyy less money. There are tons of exam topics to choose from (34 to be exact) and the exams cost $93 + $25 (administrative fees). Check out the requirements for your major before choosing which exams to take, then check the CLEP school policy search to see which schools accept these tests.

🏦 Pay Less For College Strategy # 4: Attend an In-State Public University

Public universities often offer lower tuition rates as an incentive to keep residents in-state. The cost difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition can be substantial compared to other college choices so consider choosing a public state school to lower your college-related costs.

***And remember kids, you do not have to break the bank on your college education. Be intentional and work your plan to make sure this investment brings you back a great return. STRATEGY OVER EVERYTHING FOLKS!

🤔Looking for more ways to pay less for college?

Get my video training “Financing College 101” for an in-depth explanation of college costs and how to make college more affordable. Hope to see you on the inside!

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