A: As far as the college financial aid officers helping you themselves, keep in mind that they work for the school. They are not motivated or trained to help you cut your costs to beat the high price tag for college. Their only interest is getting your money. Another example: Would you go to the IRS to ask for help on lowering your taxes? Well, that is the same as going to the financial aid office to ask them with help for lowering your college expenses.
