Planning for college can feel overwhelming, but understanding financial aid early makes all the difference. In this panel discussion, admissions and financial aid counselors from Coalition member colleges break down the basics of financial aid. Learn about key terms, essential forms like the FAFSA, and how the process works so you can prepare ahead of time. This session is perfect for those just starting on the college search process who are looking for tips on the best ways to make college affordable.

Featuring: Ithaca College, Mount Holyoke College, Northwestern University, and University of South Carolina.

Please note: Spanish captions are available for this recording. Click on the gear icon at the bottom of the video, and in the settings, select the language for the captions. | Hay subtítulos en español disponibles para esta grabación. Haga clic en el ícono de ajustes en la parte inferior del video y, en la configuración, seleccione el idioma para los subtítulos.

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