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As a working adult, you may have several reasons for considering to attend college for the first time: climbing up to a better position, changing careers, boosting your salary, finding a better job, or supporting your family. Or maybe you have decided to return to college to finish your degree.
Many parents and families today worry their child or grandchild will begin their adult lives with burdensome school loan debt. Many adult students wonder how they could save for a graduate degree.
Whether you start your college program with the desire to expand your horizons, get the job of your dreams, or meet like-minded people, finishing is important. Planning your college journey will help you get the most out of your college experience.
Grants are a large source of financial aid, one that doesn't need to be repaid. Often considered need-based aid, grants are like gifts that are awarded to students with the fewest financial resources. This need is determined when you fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).