How to find last minute funding for college

by CU Student Choice

Delays in this year’s FAFSA and financial aid process have left many families scrambling to find last-minute funding after reviewing financial aid award letters. Now tuition bills are due, and after scholarships, grants, and federal aid, there’s still a remaining balance – what do you do?

Don’t panic! Here are a few suggestions for last-minute ways to foot the bill:

Cut unnecessary costs

Look at ways to reduce any optional costs. While some items for college are non-negotiable (tuition), others are more flexible and could provide opportunities to save money. Here are a few ways you could save:

 

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