- University Ready
- Financial Readiness
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Financial Readiness
While finances should never get in the way of a college education, Plano ISD is aware that money matters. The two main financial considerations for higher education are tuition fees and living costs, and these can vary vastly from college to college. Careful research and preparation can help you find financial aid from many sources: the government, grants, scholarships, and the universities themselves.While considering a college, ask yourself--
- Can my parents afford to pay for any or all of my college experience?
- What grants, loans, and scholarships am I eligible for?
- How do I apply for a student loan?
- Should I consider a private or public college?
Most students need financial help to some degree, whether from parents or outside sources. Plano ISD University Ready Financial Readiness has resources to help you best handle the financial burden of university life.
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First Steps to Financial Readiness
Saving Money for College
College Affordability Guide
College Costs: FAQs
Tuition Calculators
College Financing Calculators
Interactive Savings Plan CalculatorsStudent Loans
Low interest loans offered by the federal government.
College Board Student Loan Calculator
Comparing Financial Aid Awards
College Loans: Your StrategyMilitary Scholarships
Higher education funds available to ROTC students and current military dependents
Financial Aid for Military Careers
Texas Military and Veterans College Opportunities
Hazlewood Exemption for Veterans and DependentsHigher Education for the Homeless
National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth
ACT Fee Waiver Eligibility
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Scholarships
Funds awarded by colleges, universities, government, or outside sources on the basis of academic merit or financial need. Scholarships are generally used to waive tuition or fees.
Dell Scholars Program
Sallie Mae Scholarship Search
AAUW Fellowships & Grants for Women
Federal Trade Commission: Scholarship ScamsU.S. Government Resources
Official government websites designed for students and families
StudentLoans.govEducation Savings Plans
Savings plans operated by a state or educational institution designed to help families save for college. Participants may receive tax benefits if basic plan requirements are met.
Guide to College Savings and 529 Plans
Texas Guaranteed Tuition Plan
FinAidGrants
Monetary aid for higher education that does not have to be repaid
Federal Education Grant Program
Texas Grant ProgramWork-Study Programs
Jobs (on or off campus) provided by the federal government for eligible college students with financial need.
Federal Work-Study Program