Now that you’ve been accepted the fun begins…how are you going to pay for college?

Start with some local research. There are quite a few organizations right within your hometown that could be looking to give you money for school. That’s right, GIVE YOU money! Many of them have scholarship programs in place and are awaiting applicants just like you.

Check your Kiwanis, Rotary, anchor businesses and larger organizations. Also some clubs and trade organizations give scholarships to those studying in a specific field. Just ask, you’d be surprised at what you may find.

Once you’ve applied for State and Federal loans, see what you’ll need to supplement. There are always options. It may help to co-sign a loan with a parent to get a better rate and help build your credit.

Check out these helpful links below and when you’re ready, we’re happy to help with the Smart Option Student Loan® by Sallie Mae® right here at First Source.

4 Overlooked Ways To Pay For College

5 Tips For Paying For College

If you’re a student and you’re concerned about bullying, here are some things you can do to avoid a bad situation:

• Before you assume, learn the facts
• Before you judge, understand why
• Before you hurt someone, understand what it’s going to feel like for them
• Before you speak, stop and think about what you’re about to say
• In a stressful or already heated situation, calm down before you act; take a deep breath and count to 10
• Don’t say anything in anger that you’ll regret. Your mood will change, but your words can’t be taken back

If you’re a parent and not sure what to say, here are some great conversation examples (click to download this PDF).

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