(UPDATE: October 2022) The first step of the FAFSA process, creating your FSA ID, has been a technical challenge for many students and their families this fall. This should be easy to do, but the U.S. Department of Education’s website has been overloaded with all of...
Need to earn money while in college? If you were awarded financial aid, you may be eligible to get a job on campus through the federal government’s work-study program. What is federal work-study? It’s a part-time job, typically on campus, that is open to undergraduate...
Have you decided on a college and are planning to take out loans to pay for it? You will want to take some time and do your research. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: 1. Think about how many years you will be in college. If you need loans this year, you will...
If you are looking for money to attend college in September 2024 or later, you will be trying out a brand new FAFSA in December. Lots of people have questions. This new FAFSA is quite different. Here are answers to some of the common questions we’ve been hearing....
It’s an annual rite of spring. National College Decision Day, on May 1st, is a wonderful occasion for college-bound students and their families. If you have taken the leap this year, congratulations! You should celebrate all the hard work that got you to this point....
Many parents want to help their children pay for college, but when the tuition bill comes due they’re short on funds. One option to fill in the gap is the Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan program. These loans are administered by the U.S. Department of Education and are...
Scholarships can help you pay for your college education. But how do you find scholarships that you have a real chance of getting? First, work with adults who know the scholarship scene. Then cast a wide net to find donors who are looking for someone exactly like...
Does the Expected Family Contribution in your Student Aid Report look too high? Does your EFC inaccurately reflect your current financial circumstances? This can happen. The FAFSA relies on two-year-old tax information. Or your family may be facing big expenses that...
Are you starting your FAFSA and feeling overwhelmed? Stuck on a FAFSA question? There is plenty of help to get you unstuck and get the job done. Of course, we recommend you read our FAFSA: How-To Guide for High School Students first! You’ll learn everything you need...
Congratulations! It’s exciting to say “Yes!” to the college you want to attend. But now, you need to think about how you will actually pay your tuition. Complete these five steps, and you’ll be off to a great start. First: Accept your offer and get your college’s “to...
