Question #1 Is College right for you? When?

Show me the Money!

College can be an enjoyable experience, but it won't be if you are constantly stressed out about money issues.

One recommendation is to open a bank account and have the amount of money in your account you have budgeted for the semester or quarter. Using an ATM card is much better than purchasing a credit card, which can land you in debt if you don't practice proper self discipline.

Download and complete the College Budget Worksheet to get an idea of how much college will cost.

Finding money for college

You will find information on scholarships in Question 4 or by following the Scholarships & Grants link in the Toolbox on the right.