Paying for college

Studentaid.gov contains the most comprehensive resources when it comes to paying for college. See links below for fast access to the most frequently searched topics:

• Types of Financial Aid

• Financial Aid Eligibility

• Financial Aid Dictionary

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)  allows a student to be considered for federal, state, and institutional financial aid opportunities. 

Eligible students can submit the FAFSA starting in October of their senior year - This is the first step in securing money for college. 

The FAFSA requires both student & parent info - see steps below to get started.

The Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) is a form that students may use to provide certain financial aid application information to institutions. It should not be completed by students who have completed the FAFSA.