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Top 10 Best Values in Public Colleges #1 - UNC Chapel Hill
Undergraduate enrollment: 18,370
4-year grad rate: 81%
Total annual cost: $20,412, in-state; $45,494, out-of-state
Avg. need-based aid: $14,080
Total net cost: $6,332
Average graduating debt: $17,602

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Top 10 Best Values in Public Colleges #2 - University of Virginia
Undergraduate enrollment: 16,087
4-year grad rate: 86%
Total annual cost: $24,520, in-state; $53,706, out-of-state
Avg. need-based aid: $18,635
Total net cost: $5,885
Average graduating debt: $21,815

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Top 10 Best Values in Public Colleges #3 - University of Florida
Undergraduate enrollment: 33,168
4-year grad rate: 64%
Total annual cost: $17,233, in-state; $39,511, out-of-state
Avg. need-based aid: $6,874
Total net cost: $10,359
Average graduating debt: $20,708

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Top 10 Best Values in Public Colleges #4 - University of California, Berkeley
Undergraduate enrollment: 25,951
4-year grad rate: 72%
Total annual cost: $29,640, in-state; $54,270, out-of-state
Avg. need-based aid: $23,099
Total net cost: $6,541
Average graduating debt: $17,468

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Top 10 Best Values in Public Colleges #5 - UCLA
Undergraduate enrollment: 28,674
4-year grad rate: 69%
Total annual cost: $27,128, in-state; $50,171, out-of-state
Avg. need-based aid: $18,618
Total net cost: $8,510
Average graduating debt: $20,229

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College JumpStart Scholarship

The College JumpStart Scholarship is an annual, merit-based competition that is open to 10th-12th graders, college students and non-traditional students. #ScholarshipSaturday

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Chuck Hall Star of Tomorrow Scholarship

Chuck Hall Star of Tomorrow Scholarship - renewable for up to three years, available to male high school seniors or college students who hold an average bowling score of 175 or greater. Minimum 2.5 GPA required. Must be a current USBC Youth or USBC member in good standing and currently compete in certified events.

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Top 10 Best Values in Public Colleges #6 - University of Michigan
Undergraduate enrollment: 28,283
4-year grad rate: 76%
Total annual cost: $24,780, in-state; $53,200, out-of-state
Avg. need-based aid: $13,879
Total net cost: $10,901
Average graduating debt: $27,163

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Top 10 Best Values in Public Colleges #7 - College of William and Mary
Undergraduate enrollment: 6,271
4-year grad rate: 83%
Total annual cost: $29,250, in-state; $50,954, out-of-state
Avg. need-based aid: $13,417
Total net cost: $15,833
Average graduating debt: $24,400

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Top 10 Best Values in Public Colleges #8 - University of Wisconsin, Madison
Undergraduate enrollment: 31,319
4-year grad rate: 56%
Total annual cost: $20,210, in-state; $36,460, out-of-state
Avg. need-based aid: $9,390
Total net cost: $10,820
Average graduating debt: $25,664

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Top Best Values in Public Colleges #9 - University of Maryland, College Park
Undergraduate enrollment: 26,658
4-year grad rate: 66%
Total annual cost: $21,190, in-state; $41,483, out-of-state
Avg. need-based aid: $8,295
Total net cost: $12,895
Average graduating debt: $25,254

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Top 10 Best Values in Public Colleges
#10 - University of Georgia
Undergraduate enrollment: 26,278
4-year grad rate: 58%
Total annual cost: $20,882, in-state; $39,092, out-of-state
Avg. need-based aid: $8,854
Total net cost: $12,028
Average graduating debt: $20,254

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We The Future Contest

We The Future Contest offers a $1000 scholarship for high school students, $2000 scholarship for college students plus a mentoring trip. Entry topics are based on the U.S. Constitution. Entries due by September 17, 2015. #ScholarshipSaturday

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When to Start Applying for Financial Aid - Financial Aid Timeline and...

For high school seniors, your last year in school will play a crucial role in researching and securing financial aid for your college education. This month-by-month calendar will guide you through the financial aid process.

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Start Shopping for College Like You'd Shop for a Car

"Buying a college education is a lot like buying a car," he says. "If only one model and color will make you happy, you have no bargaining power. If you are willing to consider any vehicle that can take you where you want to go, there are many opportunities to save money. "

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Everything You Need to Know When Hunting for Scholarships

With millions of scholarships offered annually, you're bound to find a few in unexpected places. Look hard and diligently and employ these 10 tips in your search.

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Scholarship Tips For College - Advice for College Students

There are thousands of scholarships available out there. Before you apply for the first scholarship you see, follow these do’s and don’ts to help ensure you maximize the money you don’t have to pay back. #ScholarshipSaturday

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#Fact: Campus tours influence students’ decisions the most, and often inspire college application essays as they offer a personal experience.

Getting into college is a job in itself

Rising Juniors: Now is the time to prepare for college. Getting into college is a job in itself!

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Study: Parents more willing to help pay for college

An improving economy has parents less worried about contributing to children’s college educations. #college #financialaid

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ScholarshipOwl automates college scholarships for students

ScholarshipOwl is trying to help US students get their education without breaking the bank by offering a free to use automated university scholarship service.

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What Students Should Do NOW for Fall Success in College

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College Scholarship Tip: Don't Trust Published Deadlines

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Gates Foundation Pushes for FAFSA Simplification - Higher Education

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diverseeducation.com Last week, a U.S district judge ordered that depositions given by Bill Cosby in a 2005 lawsuit be unsealed and made available for public consumption.

Time To Update Your College Bound Resume

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From Public School to the Ivy League: How to get into a top school...

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Landphair: Lessons from my college-bound daughter

A mom who has worked in university student affairs for nearly 20 years learns about the changing times in college life from her college-bound daughter.

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National Military Intelligence Association Scholarship

Scholarships to support the growth of professional studies in the field of military intelligence #ScholarshipSaturday

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Platt Family Scholarship Prize Essay Contest

Platt Family Scholarship Contest is for full-time students in an American college or university. #ScholarshipSaturday

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Advice on How to Find and Apply for College Scholarships

With college costs rising, it makes sense to get all the help you can when paying for college! #ScholarshipSaturday

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