FAFSA4caster will help you understand your options for paying for college.
What is the FAFSA?
There are three types of federal student aid: Grants—financial aid that doesn't have to be repaid (unless, for example, you withdraw from school and owe a refund) Work-study—a work program through which you earn money to help you pay for school Loans—borrowed money for college or career school; you must repay your loans, with interest