Shopping Sheet Helps Compare Financial Aid Awards

National Public Radio has a great explanation of what to look for and how to compare financial aid packages.

http://www.npr.org/2014/04/03/298330444/first-test-for-college-hopefuls-decoding-financial-aid-letters

Developed by the US Department of Education, the Shopping Sheet is an individualized financial aid award letter in a standardized format that helps students understand their costs and compare financial aid packages from different institutions so they can make smart decisions on investing in higher education.

http://collegecost.ed.gov/shopping_sheet.pdf

Sometimes it can be very confusing to understand what you are really being offered, and what the actual cost of your education will be. Mrs. W is available to help you through this important (and exciting!) process.