It is important to pay close attention to deadlines and be punctual when submitting transcript requests and applications. Many universities require that applications be completed in the fall of the senior year while others run through early spring. Students applying need to already have their top ACT or SAT score and a solid GPA in place going in to the senior year. This also means that students will need recommendation letters, applications, transcripts, resumes, etc. completed in advance of deadlines.
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) www.fafsa.ed.gov
FastWeb Scholarship Search www.fastweb.com
Direct Loans www.ed.gov/DirectLoan
Scholarship Search/Directory www.scholarships.com
Cappex Scholarship Search www.cappex.com
KHEAA Alabama www.alstudentaid.com