Undergraduate
Financial Aid Resources
Financial Aid Resources
Estimate the Cost of College
Understanding the full cost of college and the financial aid available to you is an important first step in planning your education. These tools can help you estimate costs and explore federal aid options.
Florida State Financial Aid Resources
Florida offers additional financial aid programs and resources for students attending college in the state.
Understand Your Student Loans
If you borrow federal or private student loans to help pay for college, it's important to understand your loan balance, terms, and repayment expectations.
Federal Loan Exit Counseling
Students who graduate, withdraw, or drop below half-time enrollment may be required to complete federal exit counseling to understand their repayment responsibilities.
Find Scholarships
Scholarships are a great way to reduce the cost of college because they do not need to be repaid. These scholarship search engines can help you discover additional opportunities that match your interests, achievements, and background.
Loan Repayment Options & Strategies
After graduation, several repayment plans and strategies can help make managing student loan payments more manageable. These tools can help you explore repayment options and estimate your monthly payments.
Budgeting & Financial Planning
Developing good financial habits early can help you manage loan payments and build a strong financial future. These resources offer guidance on budgeting, saving, and financial planning.
Investing & Long-Term Financial Planning
Planning ahead for retirement and long-term financial security can start earlier than many people realize. These resources introduce basic investing and retirement planning concepts.
Introduction to Retirement Planning (NerdWallet)
Loan Consolidation & Refinancing
Some borrowers choose to combine multiple loans into one payment or refinance their loans to potentially secure different interest rates or repayment terms. Understanding the differences between consolidation and refinancing is important before making a decision.
Federal Direct Loan Consolidation
Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
Some federal programs may offer partial or full forgiveness of student loan balances for borrowers who meet certain eligibility requirements.
Avoid Scholarship Scams
Unfortunately, some organizations attempt to take advantage of students searching for financial aid. These resources can help you identify and avoid scholarship scams.