Paying for College: A Teen Guide to Funding Education

It explains how to calculate costs for a college education and shows how students can take advantage of financial aid, loans, and scholarships. How to set up a savings plan for college is also outlined, along with smart strategies for investment. Teens are shown, too, how to successfully repay any money they owe in their adult future.

“Mastering Money” sidebars provide important tips on planning finances for college, such as completing a FAFSA and understanding how interest will accrue on loans. “Get Financially Fit” features provide top tips from financial experts on ways to fund college. Each chapter recaps key information covered so far, so readers can reinforce their newly learned financial literacy skills.