Questions to ask when you visit your college's Financial Aid Office

1.        What is the average cost for the first year?  Estimates for future years?

2.        Does applying for aid affect the admission decision?

3.        What type of aid does the school have?  Need-based or merit?

4.        What applications, besides the FAFSA, are needed to apply for aid?

5.        What is the priority deadline date for all types of financial aid?

6.        When will I be notified about a financial aid award?

7.        How does the aid package normally change from year to year?

8.        What are the conditions of the aid package?

9.        Is there an opportunity to appeal if the award package isn’t enough?

10.   How does the college bill for tuition, fees, etc.?