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How to Pay for College: The Steps You Should Take

Updated Feb 26, 2024   |   7-min read

Figuring out how to pay for college can be one of the most stressful parts of family financial planning. It’s no easy task figuring out how much college will cost and determining how to pay for it.

This guide will cover the steps you should take to pay for college and highlight resources you can use to help along the way.

It’s always a good idea to start planning as early as possible so that you don’t miss any deadlines and can make the best decisions for you and your family.

On this page:

Steps to Paying for College

Paying for College Resources

If you’d like to focus on paying for a specific school, degree, or purpose, check out the resources below:

Find resources that can help you along your journey of paying for college.