There are many different sources of financial aid available to you. Now that you're in college, you may want to look into co-op and work-study programs that can give you hands-on experience in your chosen career field, as well as provide finances for college. Visit your financial aid office to find out what programs your school offers. Financial aid officers or counselors are available to help you discover whether you're eligible for federal and state assistance based on need (which is determined by financial information that you and your parents provide on a special financial aid application). The officer puts together a package of federal, state and college aid, including loans and work-study programs. If you're not happy with the financial aid package offered by the counselor, delve a little deeper to find out how he or she arrived at the numbers. You should feel comfortable asking questions to help you get the most aid available, and start with the financial aid officer, who is always the point person for an explanation. Click on to find an ETE school near you.