Financial Aid for College

FAFSA Application Process READ THIS BEFORE APPLYING


There's something to be said for solid preparation, and the FAFSA is no exception. Before you can submit your FAFSA financial aid form, there's a bit of information and documentation you'll have to gather together.   Read More...

Who Provides Student Loans and Financial Aid?


When you start digging through the student financial aid offerings, you'll quickly notice that there's actually a lot out there from many different sources. Before you dive into your financial aid search, it will help to organize your efforts starting with who provides the financial aid you'll be seeking.   Read More...

Dependency Status - How It Affects Federal Student Aid


You might legally be able to buy shots at the local bar, but you still need your parents' information when filling out the FAFSA. The U.S. Department of Education considers a student a dependent until the age of 24, except in certain circumstances. This is important because your dependency status can affect how the FAFSA determines your Expected Family Contribution.   Read More...

State and Federal Financial Aid Deadlines


The easiest way to not miss out on any financial aid deadlines for student loans and scholarships is to be mindful of deadline dates. We've compiled a list of nationwide deadlines to help you out.  Add these to your planning calendar, but don't forget to add the important dates for your private scholarships and grants as well.   Read More...

Top Questions to Ask Your Student Financial Aid Advisor


In your quest for financial aid, there might be no better person to turn to for help than your future school's financial aid advisor. They hold many of the keys to the financial aid kingdom and will be one of your best resources for available aid.   Read More...

Tips to Help You Avoid Losing Your Scholarships and Grants


It's no secret that college is incredibly expensive-or that it's incredibly rewarding as well. Now that you've researched student loans, scholarships andgrants , find out how to keep the financial aid you fought so hard to get in the first place.   Read More...

Avoiding Financial Aid and College Scholarships Scams


It's easy to become overwhelmed with the cost of college and the challenge of finding viable financial aid. The most important thing to remember is that you don't want to get scammed. Free money is always an attractive offer, but losing money to a scammer would be the ultimate bummer, especially when you need all you can get to buy books and keep your clothes clean. Here's how to spot scammers.   Read More...

Financial Aid for Higher Education


It's likely people have been telling you since kindergarten that you should go to college and get a higher education. Good advice, but did they offer any suggestions on how to pay for it?   Read More...

How EFC Affects College Financial Aid


When you're applying for financial aid it's not just you and your financial situation that's being considered. If you're a dependent student, which many undergraduates are, then your parents' finances will definitely come into play. Independent students can expect their entire family income and expenses to be considered when they apply for financial aid.   Read More...

SAR: Your Student Aid Report


How soon you'll hear back from the government is hard to say since it depends on a number of factors like when you submitted the FAFSA and what method you used. Regardless, your answer will come in the form of the Student Aid Report, or SAR. The SAR is a summation of the info you provided on the FAFSA among other things.   Read More...

Utilizing Your College Financial Aid Office


There are many people involved in making a college a functioning community of education. Because you're paying to be a part of that community those people are there to help you get your money's worth. One such group of people is your financial aid office personnel. They can help you stretch your dollars farther than anyone else on campus.   Read More...

FAFSA - What Is It And Why It's So Important


The first thing you need to do when considering financing options for college is familiarize yourself with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA as it is more commonly known.   Read More...


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