GOBankingRates works with many financial advertisers to showcase their products and services to our audiences.

These brands compensate us to advertise their products in ads across our site.

This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site.

City University of New York stock photo

Commitment to Our Readers

GOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information.

you’ve got the option to read more about oureditorial guidelinesand our products and servicesreview methodology.

Here are some of their best tips forlowering your childs tuition.

facebook sharing button

They pay them to graduate.

Understand Institutional Priorities

Colleges are looking for particular types of students, stated Wang.

And this often goes beyond academic credentials.

twitter sharing button

Consultants visit colleges to determine an institutions specific needs and relay this information to their clients.

Leverage Government Aid and Employer Assisted Tuition

Many parents are overwhelmed by knowing where to start.

As a result, he encourages clients to not be discouraged by the sticker price.

linkedin sharing button

This can involve anything from gifting and income sharing to how they file their taxes.

Why should college be any different?

Whilenot all collegeswill entertain an appeal, many do, and education consultants always encourage asking for more money.

email sharing button

However, attempting this on your own could mean flying blind.

More From GOBankingRates

Share This Article:

The Latest inSaving Money