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Iowa College Aid to Hold Public Hearing

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Types of financial aid

Learn about the different ways to pay for college

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Understanding your financial aid offer

Here's how to read and compare your financial offers from colleges.

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Is college worth it?

We are asked similar questions from Iowa students and families about going to college, paying for college, and if it's all worthwhile. We’ve compiled some frequently asked questions and our answers.