Video Resources: http://www.youtube.com/FederalStudentAid

Resource Description: Federal Student Aid, an Office of the U.S. Department of Education, helps make a college education possible for every dedicated mind by providing more than $150 billion each year in grants, loans, and work-study funds.

Audience Type: Students (secondary/post-secondary)

Course Module: http://klru.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/fin10.socst.personfin.manage.lpcollege/the-real-cost-of-college/

Resource Description: This lesson teaches high school students the basics of budgeting, including understanding how revenue and expenses interact. Students learn about budgeting for college expenses and apply what they learn to real-life scenarios.

Audience Type: Teachers and High School Students Preparing for College (Grades 7-12)

Website: http://studentaid.ed.gov/prepare-for-college/checklists

Resource Description: This site contains checklists with steps you can take to help your (or your child's) chances of getting into—and being able to afford—the school of your choice.

Audience Type: Parent and Students

Website: https://www.collegeanswer.com/manage-your-money/default.aspx

Resource Description: This resource helps students develop a plan to maximize savings with information, financial calculators, and tips.

Audience Type: Students

Website: http://www.educationplanner.org/students/paying-for-school/student-aid-101/index.shtml

Resource Description: This website focuses on where to begin and what to look for when it's time to pay for school.

Audience Type: Students and Parents

Online Tool: http://www.youcandealwithit.com/schools/calculators/loan-repayment-calculator.shtml

Resource Description: Use this online tool to estimate how much your monthly payments will be when it's time to pay back a loan.

Audience Type: Students

Website: http://www.youcandealwithit.com/borrowers/index.shtml

Resource Description: This website provides practical advice about paying for college and managing your debt.

Audience Type: Students

Website/Glossary of terms: http://www.youcandealwithit.com/borrowers/student-aid-101/language-of-loans.shtml

Resource Description: Use this resource for a glossary of terms to help you speak the language of loans.

Audience Type: Students and Parents

Online Tool/Website: http://collegeabacus.org/

Resource Description: This Financial Aid Calculator helps the user get a firm grasp on what financial aid is necessary based on the desired institution of higher learning.

Audience Type: Financial Aid Calculator

Website: http://studentaid.ed.gov/

Resource Description: Federal Student Aid, an Office of the U.S. Department of Education, helps make a college education possible for every dedicated mind by providing more than $150 billion each year in grants, loans, and work-study funds.

Audience Type: Students, CCR Professionals, Parents, and Educators

Online Application/Website: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

Resource Description: Use this online tool to apply for Federal Student Aid.

Audience Type: Students (secondary/post-secondary), and CCR Professionals

Article: http://studentaid.ed.gov/fafsa/estimate

Resource Description: This article discusses how financial aid may affect a student’s early decision process.

Audience Type: Students

Online tool: http://www.petersons.com/college-search/early-decision-financial-aid.aspx

Resource Description: This is a free financial aid calculator that gives you an early estimate of your eligibility for federal student aid.

Audience Type: Student and Parents

Website: http://studentaid.ed.gov/resources/parents

Resource Description: This website provides resources to help parents save for college, learn about financial aid, and understand the application process.

Audience Type: Parents

Website: http://www.collegeview.com/financialaid/index.jsp

Resource Description: These financial aid resources will help students identify their funding options.

Audience Type: Students

Graphic: http://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/news.aspx?sid=04

Resource Description: This resource is intended to increase families' financial awareness, help students apply for financial aid, and raise expectations for college attendance.

Audience Type: Administrators and Advisors

PDF Guides: http://www.nacacnet.org/research/PublicationsResources/Marketplace/Documents/FinAid7steps.pdf

Resource Description: Use this quick guide to help with the financial planning process.

Audience Type: Students and Parents

Website article: http://www.nacacnet.org/studentinfo/articles/Pages/FinAidAward.aspx

Resource Description: This resource provides guidance for students on what to consider when it comes to available financial aid opportunities.

Audience Type: Students

Website article: http://www.youcandealwithit.com/borrowers/student-aid-timeline.shtml

Resource Description: Find aid for college using this simple timeline.

Audience Type: Students

Website article: http://www.youcandealwithit.com/parents/index.shtml

Resource Description: This site will help you send your son or daughter to school with some financial know-how.

Audience Type: Parents