SMART and SAVVY WAYS TO PAY FOR COLLEGE...WITH NO DEBT (OR as Little as Possible) With college graduates earning over a million dollars more than high school grads will earn during the course of their lifetime, getting a college degree is incredibly important. However, the cost of college keeps rising and navigating the maze of financial aid options grows more challenging every year. This book is a comprehensive guide to saving for college, scholarships, financial assistance and more. YOU WILL DISCOVER: • How to use the net price calculator to figure out the school's actual cost• Creative strategies to minimize your college debt• Loan forgiveness programs to reduce college debt after you graduate• Options for cutting college costs• What scholarships are available and how to apply for them• Which tax credits can be used by students and their parents• How to complete the FAFSA and PROFILE financial aid applications