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Top 10 Tips for Paying for College

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Living at school is a great experience, but it's also expensive. If the campus is nearby, consider having your child commute. If he really wants to live on campus, compromise: have him live at home the first year and let him move to campus for his second year. One year alone can save you thousands of dollars.

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