College Financial Aid 101
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Steps for Being Independent on the FAFSA
A student age 24 or older by Dec. 31 of the award year is considered independent for federal financial aid purposes.
How to Get FAFSA Help Amid COVID-19
High schools and colleges continue to offer virtual financial aid support to students in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
FAFSA Deadlines You Should Know
The federal FAFSA deadline is June 30, but college and state deadlines are often much sooner.
A Guide to Completing the FAFSA
The FAFSA is the financial aid form for accessing grants, federal student loans and work-study funds.
How to Complete the CSS Profile
Here's a step-by-step guide to filling out the CSS Profile for college financial aid.
Schools That Meet Need With No Loans
These colleges have gone loan-free to reduce their students' debt loads.
Decode Your Financial Aid Award Letter
Use this financial aid award letter sample to become familiar with common terms and see tips for understanding aid offers.
5 Myths About Athletic Scholarships
Despite misconceptions, athletes in sports ranging from golf to water polo can earn athletic scholarships for college.
Where Most Students Get Merit Aid
An average of around 46% of students received merit aid at these schools in 2019-2020 compared with 15% nationally, per U.S. News data.
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