--For dummies

"Financing a college education is a daunting task. Best selling personal finance advisor and author Eric Tyson offers strategic guidance on saving and investing for college costs, financial aid, scholarships, the best student loans, college alternatives, and the latest online tools to evaluate schools. Perfect for parents and independant students alike, this book offers proven advice on affording quality college and other higher education. There is no other guide like it!"--Provided by publisher

Introduction -- Part 1: Understanding paying for college -- Part 2: Finding acceptance -- Part 3: Confronting college costs: traditional colleges and alternatives -- Part 4: Getting the best education for the best price -- Part 5: Part of tens -- Index