College Loan Advice How Do I Choose The Right Student Loan? Written by Michelle Cliftonon May 4th, 2018 I began my career in higher education at Rhode Island School of Design, working with student accounts and student loans. At Babson College, I worked in a variety of roles in Student Financial Services, which allowed me to experience all aspects of the department including financial aid, student loans, and student accounts. As the associate director of financial aid, I provided financial aid counseling for undergraduate and graduate students, reviewed and awarded applications, processed appeals, and oversaw all loan processes. I have also been an active member of the Massachusetts Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators for almost a decade, serving on various committees. I am a volunteer for FAFSA Day Massachusetts, guiding students and parents to complete the online financial aid applications. Learn More About Michelle college loans, student loans, If you’re a high school senior or a parent of a high school senior, congratulations! You have officially made it through the college admissions process! The May 1st deposit deadline having just passed, you have likely made your college decision and put a deposit down at the school of your choice. The next decision point for many families will now be which college loan to choose. How does one go about making this important decision of how to finance their college education? Former Babson College financial aid officer Michelle Clifton guides you through your options in the latest installment of the College Coach video series, Ask the College Finance Expert. Check out Michelle’s tips to learn, “How do I choose the right student loan?” And don’t forget to subscribe to the College Coach YouTube Channel to keep up-to-date on all the latest college planning tips from our college admissions and finance experts. Related Resources Read | Posted on April 11th, 2024 How Much College Debt is Too Much? Read | Posted on March 28th, 2024 What is a Federal Parent PLUS Loan? Read | Posted on February 6th, 2024 Is the SAVE Student Loan Repayment Plan Right for Me?
