The printable worksheets listed below can help simplify your school planning.

Award Package Comparison - This worksheet allows you to compare up to three colleges side by side. Every school has different types of financial aid that can be offered to students based on a variety of factors. This worksheet will allow you to list the school’s Cost of Attendance (COA) and financial aid offered to help you see exactly how much each school will cost you. Remember that Cost of Attendance includes: tuition & fees, room & board, books & supplies, daily miscellaneous costs, and travel expense.

Semester Planning Worksheet - This worksheet allows you to plan your cost by semester. Put in the school’s Cost of Attendance (COA) and the financial aid given to you by your school. As you work down the worksheet, you can see what type of additional funding may be needed. Remember that Cost of Attendance includes: tuition & fees, room & board, books & supplies, daily miscellaneous costs, and travel expense.

Budget Worksheet - Do you know where your money goes? This budget worksheet will help you track where your money is going. This can help you get a handle on your monthly finances. You may be surprised what you spend your money on!

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