Paying for College Without Going Broke 2007 (College Admissions Guides) [Paperback]

Princeton Review (Author)

Book Description

Series: College Admissions Guides | Publication Date: October 10, 2006

As the cost of college steadily increases, paying for it requires insider strategies to maximize financial aid and minimize college costs. Paying for College Without Going Broke 2007 is thoroughly revised and updated to take the stress, confusion, and guess-work out of applying for financial aid.

The only book to included the latest financial aid forms and lists of annual changes in tax laws, it also shows students and their parents how to calculate their aid eligibility before applying to college and plan ahead to improve their chances of receiving aid. The book also includes advice on how to negotiate with financial aid offices, handle special circumstances (for single parents or independent students), and receive educational tax breaks. It is a must have for anyone concerned about the soaring costs of college tuition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Princeton Review (October 10, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0375765670
• ISBN-13: 978-0375765674
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.8 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,331,719 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Book About Paying for College, November 3, 2006

By 

Lynn Ellingwood "The ESOL Teacher" (Webster, NY United States) - See all my reviews
(VINE VOICE)    (REAL NAME)   

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Paying for College Without Going Broke 2007 (College Admissions Guides) (Paperback)

I learned so much from this book. I have read several other books in trying to comprehend how to maximize financial aid for college but this is THE book to buy. It is published yearly, contains very relevant information for all econmic situations, and is straightforward and honest. I am helping a former student of mine apply to college and request financial aid and this book pushed me several steps ahead. I can't wait to meet with Financial Aid Officers and ask questions. I think I am more capable than ever of ensuring my student gets aid and goes to a good school.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Paying for College Without Going Broke, March 19, 2007

By 

Donyell James (Detroit, MI) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Paying for College Without Going Broke 2007 (College Admissions Guides) (Paperback)

This book became the "Bible for financial aid", it was a great tool for guidance into the aid process. I was able to take the information and negotitate a better aid package for my son and daughter. Thanks to the Princeton review! P.S. my daughter received 9 letters of acceptance and over $14,000.00 in scholarships and grants.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Most Important Prep Course, September 18, 2007

By 

Catherine Tripp "Finance Gal" (San Francisco, CA USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Paying for College Without Going Broke 2007 (College Admissions Guides) (Paperback)

Parents spend thousands on SAT preparation, tens of thousands on a private school education, and then leave their assets to the tender mercies of the Board of Education. Don't allow your financial future to be savaged by the struggle to cover ever-increasing college costs. It is essential to know how your answers to the 103 questions that comprise the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) will be interpreted. I read Sallie Mae's book, which highly recommends Sallie Mae loans - calls them an "investment". They are not, they are a long-term debt. Kalman Chaney offers unbiased advice for maximizing your awards, minimizing your debt, and weighing your college choices with more tools (like cost-to-attend and likelihood of providing aid) in hand. It is an eye opening book, I ordered the annual update, too. It is a bit overwhelming, and even if you decide to hire a college funding advisor to help you with this process, you should still buy the book.