Myth #5

You have to be wealthy in order to attend college

Not true, about two-thirds of full-time undergraduate college students receive some type of financial aid. Financial aid is money that can help you pay for college. Some aid needs to be paid back or earned, and some aid is a gift. This money is available to all kinds of people. There are many colleges that provide an excellent educational experience at a price you can manage. For example, public college prices are lower than you might expect. Scholarships (free money) are awarded based on achievement, need or both. Many scholarships have other requirements — for example, they may only be offered to students who live in a certain state, are interested in a certain major or have a disability. It is best to research all of your financial aid options, before deciding a college is too expensive for you.

Mrs. Sarah Morissette, M. Ed.