b'University of Pittsburgh 39In this section: The Cost of Attending College, pp. 39-40Myths and Realities of Financial Aid, p. 41 Paying for CollegeTypes of Financial Aid, pp. 42-43The FAFSA, pp. 44-45Your Financial Aid Package, pp. 46-47Tips to Close Your Financial Aid Gap, p. 49Understanding Scholarships, p. 50Finding Scholarships, pp. 51-52Managing Your Scholarships, p. 55Activities: College Cost Calculator, p. 48Paying 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 Direct Costs of CollegeMost students and their families know about the costThe direct costs of college include the cost of tuition of tuition, room, and board, but many do not realizeand fees (what you will pay to take classes), plus roomthere are additional costs associated with going toand board (campus housing and meal plan). Mandatorycollege. When assessing your college fit, you mustfees vary by college but can range from student activityconsider all of these costs. fees to health services fees, technology fees, and lab fees. The direct costs of attending college will appear on your bill. The chart on p. 40 shows the estimated direct costs for a sampling of schools. The Indirect Costs of CollegeIn addition to the direct costs of attending college, Federal Policy Changes there are indirect costs that will not appear on your are Underwaybill, but must be considered when calculating yourwas accurate The information in this section of theGuide total cost of attendance. Indirect costs may include:at the time of publication, but be sure to confirm the status Textbooks and school suppliesof federal programs as you develop your financial aidTransportation to and from collegestrategy. Details of federal programs may change in the coming year, such as the date on which the FAFSA willComputer and accessoriesbe released, and availability of Federal Work-Study andPersonal expenses including clothing, toiletries, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grantslaundry, phone, internet, entertainment, etc.(FSEOGs). Resources such as bigfuture.collegeboard.orgDorm necessities such as bedding, towels, fan,and www.uaspire.org are regularly updated to reflectdesk lamp, etc.current federal policy. Meals and parking for commuters'