Paying for college can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re just getting started. Between sticker prices, financial aid, scholarships, and figuring out what your family might actually be expected to pay, it’s hard to know what numbers really matter. In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll break down college costs in simple terms and show you how to start planning with confidence. You’ll also learn how completing your MyCAP Profile can give you a clearer picture of your family’s financial situation and help you better understand what different colleges could actually cost. You'll Learn:  College Pricing 101: Understand the difference between a college’s sticker price and what families may actually pay after financial aid and scholarships. 📊 Your Family’s Financial Picture: Learn how income, assets, and other factors can affect financial aid eligibility and your expected college costs. 🎓 Financial Aid & Scholarships: Get familiar with the different types of aid available and where that money can come from. 📋 Build Your MyCAP Profile: See how completing your profile can help you estimate college costs, compare schools, and start building a college plan around your family’s budget. 💡 Where to Start: Walk away with clear next steps so you know what to focus on now—and what you don’t need to worry about just yet. Can't make it? Don't worry! Register and we will send you the recording.