Understanding College Costs
Going to college can be expensive. But understanding the costs associated with it can help as you begin the financial aid process. Hopefully, knowing what to expect can help you plan before tuition and fees are due for your first semester of college. All institutions will list their costs on their website. Collectively, these expenses are the Cost of Attendance (COA). A school's COA usually includes tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, transportation and personal expenses.
Use the calculators below to get more information about how much you'll need to save, your Student Aid Index and eligibility for federal financial aid. You can get an estimate of exactly how much each college in Georgia will cost with the Net Price Calculator.
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College Savings Planning Calculator from Path2College529.com |
Calculate how much money you will need to save for a loved one’s college education in a 529 college savings plan. |
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Use this calculator to see how much money you'll need for college, whether you're on track to save enough, and what you need to do to reach your goal. |
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The Student Aid Index (SAI) is the eligibility index number that your college’s or career school’s financial aid office uses to determine how much federal aid you’re eligible to receive. Using the Financial Aid Quiz will estimate your range of your SAI. |
Learn more about paying for college and ways to avoid student debt at College Money Matters.
