Making a college application plan can help you get your grades, paperwork and finances in order before you graduate from high school.

Your FAFSA determines how much money your family will be expected to pay for your college education, as well as how much is available to you in student aid.

Knowing how your financial aid award is determined, learning specific terms and following deadlines are essential to understanding your financial aid award letter.

A financial hardship in your family can throw off your college course, but there are things you can do to stay on track.

Read these tips for staying afloat financially if you underestimated the amount of student aid you need.

Need help paying for college? Here's a primer on available financing.

Need help paying for college? Start by making sure you understand the most common student loans terms.

Before you go through the process of applying for Federal Student Aid, you should first determine if you are eligible to receive it.

You can save money for college with the help of state-sponsored savings accounts and extra-curricular jobs.

Get help paying for your education with scholarships, grants, government work-study programs and loans.