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8 months ago
Paying for College

Is it even possible for me to base my college decision off financial aide?

I am a first-generation student and I have three younger siblings. My parents will not be able to contribute much if any to my college expenses, I am trying to figure out how to afford school while taking the smallest amount of loans possible. A big part of my decision will have to be how much financial aide a school will be able to provide. Is this even possible do I have to make my decision before I can find out about scholarships. What is the best way to figure out my financial aid?

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