Minnesota Office of Higher Education Financial Aid Basics

Financial aid has helped millions of students pay for their education beyond high school. This document provides information about federal and Minnesota financial aid programs, including the following sections: (1) How do I apply for financial aid?; (2) Five basic steps to apply for financial aid; (3) What types of financial aid are available?; (4) 7 ways to earn college credits in high school; (5) 4 reasons you should go to college; (6) How much does college cost?; (7) Are there tax benefits for going to college?; and (8) Financial aid programs.