Be sure to check out Nellie Mae's Financing Your Child's Future Guide (PDF).
First stop: FAFSA
If your family wants federal financial aid, which is often available on a first-come, first-served basis, submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) should be at the top of your to-do list! Visit the FAFSA website for more information.
Financing your child's education
Higher education is an important investment in your family's future. Learn about federal financial aid and other programs to help you develop a successful plan for paying for your child's education and minimizing your debt.
Make a play for ParentPLUS
Have you heard about the favorable terms of Federal PLUS Loans for parents? Nellie Mae's brilliant benefits make ParentPLUS Loans top contenders for covering college costs. Learn about these affordable Federal PLUS Loans.
Signature Student Loans
If you're not the parent and want to help a student pay for school, there's a private student loan for you. Check out Nellie Mae's Signature Student Loans for cosigners.
Compare your financing options
Not sure where to get the money for your child's college? Compare common ways to pay for school and make decisions based on what's best for your family.
Manage Your Loans
Once you get a Nellie Mae loan, it's easy to manage your account. Sign up on Manage Your Loans to review account status, make payments, and save money on your federal student loans.
Tax talk
What tax benefits can you take on your tuition payments?
Ask an expert!
If you need more information on paying for college, ask an expert at Nellie Mae and read the questions other parents have asked.
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