Financial Aid
Watch this video to learn what you need to know before filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)!
Watch this video to learn what you need to know before filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)!
Why is it important to fill out the FAFSA? Watch this video to find out!
Why is it important to fill out the FAFSA? Watch this video to find out!
Apply early! Federal student aid is distributed on a rolling basis, so the sooner you apply, the better chance you get of receiving generous aid. The 2024-2025 FAFSA will become available in December.
Apply early! Federal student aid is distributed on a rolling basis, so the sooner you apply, the better chance you get of receiving generous aid. The 2024-2025 FAFSA will become available in December.
Why should you fill out the FAFSA?
Why should you fill out the FAFSA?
- Most students qualify
Some students utilize private loans that can carry high-interest rates and do not have the same consumer protections as federal loans to help pay for their education. By filling out the FAFSA, students can be sure they are utilizing the best student loan options available to them. While the type of aid you are offered may vary based on income, there are no income limits for eligibility, for federal student aid.
Some students utilize private loans that can carry high-interest rates and do not have the same consumer protections as federal loans to help pay for their education. By filling out the FAFSA, students can be sure they are utilizing the best student loan options available to them. While the type of aid you are offered may vary based on income, there are no income limits for eligibility, for federal student aid.
- Utilizing federal aid provided by the FAFSA can be a smart financial decision
Federal grants do not need to be repaid by students, and federal student loans have low interest rates. Many colleges and universities have work-study programs through FAFSA that students can take advantage of that help students pay for their education and build their resume. Students must fill out the FAFSA in order to qualify for work-study programs.
Federal grants do not need to be repaid by students, and federal student loans have low interest rates. Many colleges and universities have work-study programs through FAFSA that students can take advantage of that help students pay for their education and build their resume. Students must fill out the FAFSA in order to qualify for work-study programs.
- Family financial situations can change
Students can appeal for more FAFSA aid if needed. Family finances can be affected by events like COVID-19, a family member losing their job, or a chronic illness in the family. As your family's financial situation changes, so do your financial aid opportunities.
Students can appeal for more FAFSA aid if needed. Family finances can be affected by events like COVID-19, a family member losing their job, or a chronic illness in the family. As your family's financial situation changes, so do your financial aid opportunities.
(U.S. Department of Education, n.d.)
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