In ocean of so many college financial aid programs, you must stick to a one lifeboat that is the District of Columbia College Access Program (DC-CAP).

The most advantaging and meaningful student loan programs for you will be the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP) and reputable private loans when it’s needed. DC-CAP provides information for both types of loans.

For instance if you cant find any state-sanctioned private loan, then DC-CAP will provide you information about private student loans available through Sallie Mae, one of the most reputable student loan providers in the country.

First Priority, the Federal Loans

Before you explore any other loan, you should look first to apply for the federal loans. You can find a quick link of the federal loans on the DC-CAP website and also you will find a link to the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). This is firs and foremost step you should do in the financial aid process. Read the full story