Tonight college hopefuls and their parents got a few helpful tips on how to pay for school.

The seminar is held every year, this year there were three presenters; two from us bank and the director of financial aid at Mesa State College. They each gave students crucial information on how to apply for grants and loans and how to obtain scholarships. Presenters say they hold the seminar to show students and parents that paying for college doesn't have to break the bank.

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