Financial Literacy: Financing College

An overview of vocational schools from the Federal Trade Commission.

The CATC was designed by the U.S. Department of Education to meet requirements in the Higher Education Opportunity Act and to provide better information to student and parent consumers about college costs. It serves as a central point to several tools that allow users to compare colleges tuition and fees, net price, and other characteristics.

Determine estimated costs and expenses of college by using this calculator.

This guide walks high school students through the process of planning and preparing for college.

A program that helps low-income students prepare for college and navigate the admissions and financial aid processes.

"It can be challenging to see the long-term benefits of saving when you’re living in the short-term. With these calculators, you can better visualize how your money can grow over time and help you meet some of your biggest savings goals."

An affiliate of the National Association of State Treasurers that serves as an information clearinghouse for state-administered college savings programs.

Information and tools from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs about education and training benefits available to veterans.

A guide for filling out the FAFSA by Creditloan.com

Detailed information about federal student aid—from getting ready to apply to repaying student loans.

A guide created by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to assist servicemembers with student loan issues.

A select list of financial aid information resources compiled by the National Association for College Admission Counseling.

A select list of financial aid information resources compiled by the National Association for College Admission Counseling.

A site sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor to search for scholarship opportunities.

A resource from FINRA, particularly strong on 529 plans and other tax-advantaged options for meeting college costs.

A calculator to assist students in budgeting from Creditloan.com.

A calculator from the U.S. Department of Education to help borrowers compare different repayment plans.

Information compiled by FINRA for choosing college savings plans.