Manage Student Loans

Find out how easy it can be to manage your student loans and make your monthly payments.

Choosing a Bank

When it comes to managing college finances, one of the most important steps a college student can take is to open a bank account.

IN THE SUMMER
  • Get a summer job to save money for college.
  • Register and attend a college orientation session.
  • Notify the financial aid office of the loans you’ll be receiving.

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In the Fall
  • Register for SAT/ACT, if necessary.
  • Ask for letters of recommendation to include in your admissions and scholarship applications.
  • “Early decision” candidates should complete college applications.

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In the Winter
  • Submit your FAFSA as soon after January 1 as possible.
  • Search for additional sources of financial aid.
  • Watch the mail for your Student Aid Report (SAR).

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In the Spring
  • Make a decision on the college you want to attend.
  • Verify that your final transcripts have been mailed.
  • Notify other colleges of your decision not to attend.

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