Table of Contents

Introduction 6

Why Should I Go to College? 8

You'll Make More Money 10

You'll Have More Options 12

You'll Find Out Your Potential 14

You'll Be Your Best 16

Pick the Right College for You 18

Find Out More About the Colleges That Interest You 20

Check the Cost 22

What Do I Do to Get Ready? 24

Take the Tests 26

Apply for Admission 28

Application Tips 30

How Do I Pay for My Education? 32

Help from Your Family 34

Financial Aid 36

How Much Financial Aid Can I Receive? 38

What Will Financial Aid Pay For? 40

Scholarships 42

Grants 44

Savings 46

Loans 48

Money You Earn 50

Other Tips for Cutting College Costs 52

Are You Ready for the Future 54

Here's What You Need to Remember 57

Words You Need to Know 58

Further Reading 60

Find Out More on the Internet 61

Index 62

Photo Credits 63

About the Author and Consultant 64