PARENTS
Once your child is ready for college or graduate school, or even private K-12 school, it’s time to do some serious planning.
Whether you’d like to help cover education costs, or simply learn more about the financial aid process, we’ve got all the tools that you need to help your child succeed.
Once you review this section, you’ll also want to explore our Just For You—Students section to explore the resources and types of financial aid tools that are available to your child.
College Planning Tools
You don’t have to be intimidated by the financial aid process; we’ve developed tools to walk you step by step through the process.
Five Steps to Financial Aid
Let us walk your child through the student loan process.
CollegeReady Magazine
This special Wachovia publication is designed for students and parents who are planning for college. Inside you'll find lots of important information regarding savings plans, scholarships, education loans and credit cards.
FAFSA4caster
This free planning tool offered by the U.S. Department of Education is designed to help students explore their financial aid options.
Financial Aid Tools & Links
A little planning can go a long way toward achieving your financial goals. Begin here to learn more about budgeting, personal spending, checking accounts, credit cards, and financial aid.
Education Tax Benefits
Learn more about the tax savings available from the government.
Education Loans for Parents
Federal loans aren’t just for students. The Federal PLUS Loan (Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students) is designed to help parents cover their dependant child’s education costs.
Alternatively, you may choose to act as a co-borrower for your child’s private loan. With an eligible co-borrower, your child can secure the best interest rate and loan terms.
Loan Options for Parents
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