<p>Is there anyway grandparents can help pay for college and get a tax advantage for them. Does the gift tax apply if they give it to me and then I write the check? Will it change my FAFSA? Any thoughts?</p>
<p>Why don't you just not tell anyone, and have them write a bunch of taxes under the gift tax amount, like every month or w/e. More of a hassle, but avoids taxes.</p>