Spend time understanding how financial aid for college works so that you can make an informed decision about which college you can afford. There are different types of financial aid.
For more information check out https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types
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The FAFSA4caster is a free financial aid calculator that gives you an estimate of your eligibility for federal student aid.
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Students, parents, and borrowers are required to create a FSA ID, made up of a username and password, to apply to the FAFSA. The FSA ID is used to confirm your identity and electronically sign your FAFSA. It takes 1-3 days for the Social Security Administration to verify your information) so get your FSA ID ASAP
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The FAFSA, Free Application for Federal Student Aid, must be completed by students in order for them to be considered for Federal and College Grants, Work-Study, and Loans.
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Helpful Information
- For a list of scholarships check out your Naviance.com account, check out our Scholarships Page
- Submit your FAFSA before the Priority Financial Aid deadlines set by the colleges to which you are applying. Financial Aid is given out on a first come, first served basis. Don't miss out on money for college because you miss deadlines!
- Click here to learn how to avoid scams while searching for scholarships, filling out the FAFSA, and giving personal information.
- The online Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid most comprehensive source of student financial aid information, advice and tools.