As higher education expenses increase, many parents find that they cannot fully fund their child's college education. About 60% of students attending four-year public universities use financial aid to supplement paying for college. Over 75% of students attending four-year private universities receive financial aid. How much you will receive in financial aid depends on your financial circumstances and the cost of the four-year university you want to attend. From scholarships to grants, financial aid comes in many forms. Click a link below to read about the different types of financial aid.