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Getting In (high school seniors)

KHEAA invites you to use the 35th edition of Getting In to help you through the admissions and financial aid processes. It's easy to use. Shelby Branam of Menifee County High School won the 2008 Promote Your School Scholarship, and she and her classmates are seen throughout the pages of this edition.

Chapter 1 provides general information and guidelines you'll need to begin planning for education or training after high school.

Chapter 2 is devoted to financial aid — money to help you pay for higher education. You'll find helpful information on how to help finance your college education, what kinds of financial aid is available and how you can qualify. You'll also find useful tips and answers to frequently asked questions.

Chapter 3 contains information on colleges, universities and trade schools. There's a wealth of information here, so take the time to look over the different schools and see what each one has to offer.

Contents and Introduction

Chapter One — Planning for College

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Why college?
Planning for higher education
Don't stress the test!
National Test Dates
Educational options
Choosing the right school
Admissions
Academic Common Market
Your military options
Tips for transferring
Adjusting to college life

Chapter Two — Financial Aid and Budgeting

Where's the Money?
Know where to look
Avoid scams
Scaling the FAFSA heights
Money Management 101
Major aid programs
Grants
Scholarships
Waivers
Conversion scholarships/loans
Loans
Work-Study
Military benefits
National service
Qualified state tuition programs
Student loan terms
Private loans
Check it out! Answers to federal student loan questions
You be the judge. Which school is right for you?
Comparing costs
Questions to ask the financial aid office