Frequently asked questions about college

My parents don't make a whole lot of money. Will I still be able to afford going to college even though it's so expensive?

There are many opportunities you can find to receive financial aid, from grants to scholarships, and there are many of them available to students. Colleges know that everyone can't afford them. They want to allow everyone to be able to attend college, so be sure to take advantage and work hard so there is less money for you to spend. Not to mention, a college education will help you gain that money right back.

My grades aren't doing so well right now. Will that take away my chances for applying to college?

Not everyone is going to have perfect grades, and colleges don't just look at them in their applications. They look for other things like extracurricular activities and community service, and if available your personal essay to determine how well you will potentially do on campus.