Financial Aid
What is the FAFSA?
FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The FAFSA is prepared annually by current and prospective college students (undergraduate and graduate) in the United States to determine their eligibility for student financial aid.
Beginning October 1, you will be able to file the FAFSA using your most recent tax return without updating later (some exceptions apply). When it comes to financial aid, the early bird does get more, so do not delay!
Official Updates Direct From fafsa.gov
Create your FAFSA account using the official link below (beware! "fafsa.com" sites are not official and charge money).
What is the CSS Profile?
The CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE (College Scholarship Service Profile), is an application distributed by the College Board allowing college students to apply for financial aid. This is a much more detailed application required by certain private colleges and universities. Colleges and universities who require this application say it guides them to a better determination of financial need and corresponding aid.
The institutions requiring this form can be found here:
CSS Participating Institutions
To apply:
REMEMBER:
All financial aid forms are completed in the student's name.
Dollars for Scholars Website: