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Applying for Financial Aid
It all starts with a FAFSA or WASFA. Learn more about what these forms are and how they open the doors to more than loans.
College Savings Plans
There are a number of ways to save for college or training. If you found your way here early, let’s explore how to prepare today for the future.
Understanding College Costs
Tuition is only one part of the cost of attendance. Learn how to find and compare the total expected costs.
Understanding Aid Options and Comparing Award Letters
In the excitement of receiving that acceptance and award letters is also the decision making. Learn how to read award letters to help you compare offers.
How Much Should I Borrow?
For many students, taking out loans is a necessary part of financing their education. If you think you might need to take out a loan, how much should you borrow?
Options and Benefits for Service Members and Veterans
If you are a current service member or a veteran, you have some unique opportunities to help fund your education! Learn more about how to access them.
Options and Benefits for Service Members and Veterans
If you are a current service member or a veteran, you have some unique opportunities to help fund your education! Learn more about how to access them.
Finding Loan Information
Thinking about taking out a loan or interested in learning more about a loan you already have? You’re in the right place!
Repayment Plans
Student loans come with a variety of payment plan options. Learn more about them and how to switch plans.
Scams and Deceptive Practices
Identifying a scam or deceptive practice early may save you time and money. Learn more about the common things you should watch for.
How to Make a Complaint About Your Student Loans
You are not on your own. Learn more about the resources that can help you if you think you are being taken advantage of.
State-Based Tuition Recovery
This module only applies to a very specific group of students attending schools in Washington State. Learn more if this applies to you.
Finding Loan Information
Thinking about taking out a loan or interested in learning more about a loan you already have? You’re in the right place!
Repayment Plans
Student loans come with a variety of payment plan options. Learn more about them and how to switch plans.
Loan Forgiveness, Cancellation, and Discharge
In some cases, loans can be forgiven, cancelled or, under certain circumstances, discharged. Learn more about the programs and how to apply.
Trouble Making Payments: Consolidation, Default, & Rehabilitation
There may be options that help! Learn more about what options may exist and then discuss this with your loan servicer.
How Does Student Debt Affect Other Financial Decisions?
Student loans today could impact your plans in the future. Let’s talk about things you should consider beyond the loan itself.
Scams and Deceptive Practices
Identifying a scam or deceptive practice early may save you time and money. Learn more about the common things you should watch for.
Applying for Financial Aid
It all starts with a FAFSA or WASFA. Learn more about what these forms are and how they open the doors to more than loans.
College Savings Plans
There are a number of ways to save for college or training. If you found your way here early, let’s explore how to prepare today for the future.
Understanding College Costs
Tuition is only one part of the cost of attendance. Learn how to find and compare the total expected costs.
Understanding Aid Options and Comparing Award Letters
In the excitement of receiving that acceptance and award letters is also the decision making. Learn how to read award letters to help you compare offers.
How Much Should I Borrow?
For many students, taking out loans is a necessary part of financing their education. If you think you might need to take out a loan, how much should you borrow?
Finding Loan Information
Thinking about taking out a loan or interested in learning more about a loan you already have? You’re in the right place!
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The student loan education site contains a series of modules with information on specific topics. You can view modules related to the areas of interest listed above or view all modules available. Click on any of the above links based on the information you need.
The Washington Student Achievement Council created this site to provide objective information about student loans and debt, including borrowers’ rights and responsibilities.
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