b'39In this section: The Cost of Attending College, pp. 39-40Myths and Realities of Financial Aid, p. 41Types of Financial Aid, pp. 42-43The FAFSA, pp. 44-45Your Financial Aid Package, pp. 46-47 Paying for CollegeTips to Close Your Financial Aid Gap, p. 49Understanding Scholarships, p. 50Finding Scholarships, pp. 51-52Managing Your Scholarships, p. 55Activities: College Cost Calculator, p. 48 Gettysburg CollegePaying for CollegeA critical part of finding your fit is selecting a college you can afford. This section identifies the direct andindirect costs of attending college, the financial aid available to offset those costs, and how to access that aid.The Cost of Attending College The Indirect Costs of CollegeMost students and their families know about the costIn addition to the direct costs of attending college, of tuition, room, and board, but many do not realizethere are indirect costs that will not appear on your there are additional costs associated with going tobill, but must be considered when calculating your college. When assessing your college fit, you musttotal cost of attendance. Indirect costs may include:consider all of these costs. Textbooks and school suppliesThe Direct Costs of College Transportation to and from collegeComputer and accessoriesThe direct costs of college include the cost of tuition and fees (what you will pay to take classes), plus room Personal expenses including clothing, toiletries, and board (campus housing and meal plan). Mandatory laundry, phone, internet, entertainment, etc.fees vary by college but can range from student activity Dorm necessities such as bedding, towels, fan,fees, to health services fees, technology fees, and labdesk lamp, etc.fees. The direct costs of attending college will appearMeals and parking for commuterson your bill. The chart on p. 40 shows the estimated direct costs for a sampling of schools in Pennsylvania. WATCH US Beware of Sticker Shock: Do not be discouraged when researching and comparing tuition rates. Remember that financial aid packages can dramatically reduce some of the more expensive schools. For example, for qualified applicants, financial aid can make some private universities more affordablethan some public universities.'