Need Help with Loans

Paying for College
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<p>Hello all,</p>

<p>Sometime this summer, I'll be transferring into a new college and moving into my own apartment. Previously, I attended a cheap university and lived at home so I didn't have many expenses or a need for a loan.</p>

<p>With my new situation now, I will need to finance about $6,000 worth of tuition per year. I have applied for financial aid through FAFSA but I doubt I'll get any money with a contribution estimate around $8000. I'm expecting to pay for my whole tuition as of now. Where should I look for the best loan? Is there anything in particular I need to look out for?</p>

<p>Besides the student loan, I will also need a loan for my apartment and other expenses. I'll be working part-time but that won't be enough. What can I do to finance this? I'd like to consider a separate loan between $5,000 and $10,000 for this.</p>

<p>If anyone could share some of their thoughts on this, I would greatly appreciate it.</p>

<p>Thank you all in advance. :)</p>

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<p>I suggest if you are independent- to work out a budget for expenses and income before you move.
Are there not dorms available? Perhaps you can find some classmates to share space and expenses with.</p>

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<p>I am listed as a dependent and filed my taxes as one this year. </p>

<p>Where should I look for federal aid besides FAFSA? And where should I look for student and private loans?</p>