Student expense library
Articles and guides
Practical explainers on each part of the cost of school and how to research support.
Grants, scholarships, and loans: what is the difference?
A plain language overview of common types of student aid and why it matters which kind you receive.
Lowering textbook costs without missing coursework
Library reserves, open resources, and rental options to ask about at the start of each term.
Laptop loans and internet options for students
Where to ask about school technology assistance and what to confirm before signing up.
How to read a college award letter
Separating gift aid from borrowed money so you can see your remaining cost.
Getting to class: student transportation resources
Transit passes, shuttles, and reduced fare programs that may be available near campus.
Building your first semester budget
A step by step method using our school cost worksheet.
Campus basic needs programs explained
Food pantries, emergency funds, and housing support, and how they differ from grants.
Spotting aid scams
Warning signs such as upfront fees and guaranteed awards, and how to verify a program.