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Our friends in public media's Economy collaboration are shining the spotlight on a new project.

In a world where more and more Americans dream of pusuing a college degree, the cost of higher education continues to rise. According to the College Board, most students can expect to pay up to a thousand dollars more in tuition and fees this year than they did last year.

So, how can students -- and, in many cases, their families -- pay for college? Well, these days, it takes a lot of planning. In an effort to help, the Nightly Business Report team presents -- "Planning 101: Paying for College." The program is a resource you can use to get the information you need about college costs, savings plans, loans, and more.

Check out a ton of videos on subjects ranging from student loans and savings plans to a breakdown of college costs all at PBS' Nightly Business Report.