How to save thousands of dollars on college tuition

Even after accepting an offer from a college, families still have opportunities cut tuition bills, appeal for better aid packages and apply for scholarships.

If you’re a parent of a graduating high school senior, May 1 most likely brought a lot of things into focus — in particular, what those massive bills are going to look like.

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Once you commit to a school on “Decision Day” and accept its financial aid offer, the price might seem locked in.

Just a moment.