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It explains how to estimate college costs, understand and complete the FAFSA, and plan federal aid such as grants, work-study, and loans, plus scholarship options and scam prevention. Guidance includes understanding award letters, organizing application information, and making the final college decision with practical worksheets and checklists.","2013-2014 I Preparing for college guide and workbook  \nHow going to college can change your life  \npage 2  \nEstimating your college costs  \npage 12  \nTips for completing the FAFSA  \npage 15  \nNotes  ~~ ~~  \n|  |\n| --- |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n|  |\n\nWhether you are considering a private career college, a community college, or a four-year college, ECMC prepared this workbook to guide you through the college selection, application, and financial aid process.  \ntips for using this book  \n· Work from front to back  \n· Have a pencil/pen handy  \n· Use the checklists  \nupdates to this book  \nWhile every effort is made to keep this book up-to-date, program requirements are subject to change. For complete information regarding specific programs, contact the organization responsible for administering that individual program.  \nThe U.S. Congress frequently considers legislation that could change some of the provisions of the federal student financial aid programs. If changes are made, a description of these changes will be posted [on www.ecmc.org](on www.ecmc.org).  \navailability in spanish  \nTo order Spanish copies and/or download a PDF, [visit www.ecmc.org](visit www.ecmc.org). Para ordenar copias Español y/o descargar un PDF, [visite www.ecmc.org](visite www.ecmc.org).  \nfor administrators and counselors  \nThis book is a resource for you to share with students. For free copies of this book, go to [www.ecmc.org/opportunities](www.ecmc.org/opportunities) to order.  \nabout ecmc  \nEducational Credit Management Corporation (ECMC) is a nonprofit company providing services in support of higher education finance. 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