From the Book - 2016 edition.
A special message to first generation college students and their Parents
Understanding the process. Overview
How to take control of the process. Long-term strategies for paying for college ; Short-term strategies for receiving more financial aid ; How to pick colleges ; What the student can do ; State aid
Filling out the standardized forms
The offer & other financial matters. Innovative payment options ; Managing your debt ; Special topics ; Less taxing matters ; Looking for a financial aid consulting service ; Looking ahead
Worksheets and forms. Sample forms
Institutional methodology comments and case studies
Key things to know about the IRS data retrieval tool and the IRS transcript verification requirement.