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Author(s):Ifill, R., and McPherson, M
Title:When saving means losing: Weighing the benefits of college-savings plans
Source:http://www.luminafoundation.org/publications/Sa...
Date:2004
Organization:Lumina Foundation for Education
Short Description:Examines the relationship between financial aid eligibility and college-savings plans.
Annotation:This report examines the relationship between financial aid eligibility and college-savings plans. Potential negative consequences of some savings plans for low-income families are addressed.
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Borrowing/Student Debt
College and Career Planning (for Parents)
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Financial Aid, Affordability, Tuition, and Costs
Saving for College

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