To support University of Phoenix’s video contribution to Money Smart Week, we have created this site to provide more information in one place. Here you will discover a diverse compilation of engaging and informative multimedia resources—including articles, videos, infographics, and calculators—that cover a range of important topics on student loans and financial aid, as well as specific military content. No matter where you are in the financial aid process, you will be able to find something useful and relevant to your unique situation. From filling out the FAFSA, to choosing a repayment plan, to searching for scholarships, to limiting your loan debt, to military education benefits, there is something here for every student.
So, you want to go to college and need to figure out how to pay for it? First things first, you’ll need to file the FAFSA. This is step one in determining how much money you will have to pay for school—and it is hugely important that you not only fill it out, but you do so correctly. From basic filing tips, to essential FAQs, to form updates and changes, here are some great resources to help get you started on the road to securing financial aid…
Eventually, there will come the dreaded time when you have to begin repaying your student loans. The good news is that there are plenty of options and a wealth of information available to assist you in the process. Check out these resources to learn about your different repayment options, repayment assistance, loan forgiveness programs, how to pick a repayment strategy, and who to talk to when it comes time to pay…
Wouldn’t it be nice if you had free money to help you pay for college? Well, you can—with grants and scholarships. Both are popular options among students looking to limit the amount of money they have to borrow for school, and they can be found in a lot of places. Learn how to find free money, check out some unusual scholarships, understand how federal grants work, and take note of some valuable scholarship advice and tips…
Borrowing money is almost always easier than paying it back! If you make wise financial choices when applying for aid and throughout school, you might be able to limit your loan debt and make repayment a lot easier. To do this, you need to really understand your student loans. Smart borrowing strategies, student loan affordability calculators, and a guide for staying on track with your loans are all useful resources that borrowers can find here to help them…
Life as a student isn’t always a walk a park, especially when you’re an active duty or veteran service member on top of it. Fortunately, there are plenty of support programs and resources designed specifically to help service members and their families. Get the low down on everything from tuition assistance programs and education benefits, to loan deferment and special scholarships, to personal finance and debt management tips, to advice on transitioning to student civilian life—all tailored to military personnel and their family…
