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The bigger award isn’t always better.

Enter both award letters — compare net cost and free money side by side, loans excluded on purpose.

School A award

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School B award

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Loans are not aid \u2014 they\u2019re a bill with a delay. Compare on grants first.

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The bigger award isn\u2019t always better.

Enter both offers \u2014 compare net cost and free money side by side.

Last reviewed: October 2026.

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