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This course helps you understand the practical tools that can make college more affordable. You will learn how federal work study jobs operate, how employer tuition reimbursement programs work, and how these resources can reduce the amount you need to borrow. The course also teaches you how to read a financial aid package, identify the difference between gift aid and loans, compare offers from different schools, and submit a simple appeal when your situation changes. By the end, you will know how to evaluate real college costs and make confident, informed financial decisions.