11th Grade Parents Financial Aid To Do List:

• Talk to your child about the schools he or she is considering.  Ask why those schools appeal to your child, and help him or her clarify goals and priorities.
• Attend college fairs with your child, but don't take over the conversation with the college representative. Just listen, and let your child do the talking.
• Take your child to visit college campuses, preferably when classes are in session.
• Get in-depth information on federal student aid programs from Funding Education Beyond High School: The Guide to Federal Student Aid at www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov/guide.
• Learn about student and parent loans in Your Federal Student Loans: Learn the Basics and Manage Your Dept at www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov/repayingpub.

*Information taken from the Federal Student Aid Website: www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov