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FAFSA required 2027+
FAFSA required 2027+
Pursuant to sections 9 and 10 of Public Act 24-45, starting with the high school graduating class of 2027, school districts shall not permit a student to graduate from high school unless the student has completed the FAFSA, other institutional financial aid application for those without legal immigration status, or a waiver developed by the CSDE. This waiver can be completed by the parent/guardian or the student (if 18 or older or an emancipated minor). On and after March 15, a principal, school counselor, teacher or other certified educator may complete such waiver on behalf of any student if they affirm that they have made a good faith effort to contact the parent/guardian or student on at least three (3) occasions about completing the FAFSA or other institutional aid form. (CSDE website)
Waiver will be available on ParentSquare after March 15th.
do-you-need-money.pdfFinancial Aid FAQ
Financial Aid FAQ
How To's for the CSS Profile and the FAFSA: Check out this article to learn more about what you can be doing now BEFORE filling out these important financial aid forms. Set up your IDs now so that when the forms open, you are ready to go! ~Updated 11/1/2024
Resource from Federal Student Aid that answers your questions about the types of financial aid, how to apply, and when.
The FAFSA will open for the 2027 - 2028 school year on October 1st. Visit StudentAid.gov for more information.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Updated regularly on SchooLinks. NEW!!! Students have access to scholarships by logging in to SchooLinks. Scholarships are available all year - long, so check back in SchooLinks regularly to stay up to date. Transcripts can be requested through Ms. Smith. Letters of recommendation from the college applications can be used to submit for scholarship applications as well. Please contact the teacher for these letters.
Connecticut College Bound (#CTCollegeBound) is an initiative created through a partnership with the Connecticut State Department of Education, the College Board, New Haven Promise, the Connecticut Association of Financial Aid Administrators (CAPFAA), the Connecticut Conference of Independent Colleges, the Connecticut State Colleges & Universities, ECMC The College Place, and the University of Connecticut.
These organizations have joined forces to host FREE FSA ID creation workshops, FAFSA information sessions, and FAFSA completion workshops for students and their families.
Financial aid professionals will provide essential information to prepare for the FAFSA and will be available to help students and families navigate the process of applying for federal aid, including need-based aid. Those who sign up will receive communication of items they will need to complete the process successfully. Virtual workshops and designated in-person workshops are open to all high school students.
FAFSA Family Guide
FAFSA Family Guide
Step-by-Step Guide provided by the CT State Dept of Education to help complete the FAFSA, answer FAQ, provide additional resources for in-person support and financial aid opportunities in the state.
BigFuture Scholarships
BigFuture Scholarships
Class of 2028: Get started on your scholarship journey by completing steps along your college application timeline. Make yourself eligible for between $500 and $40K scholarship opportunities each month! Offered through the College Board, students who complete each step will be entered into the monthly drawing. For more information, click here.
Use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form to apply for financial aid for college or graduate school. All students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA to qualify for financial assistance, especially from scholarship organizations. Completion of the FAFSA or the waiver is now required for graduation, per the state of CT.
The CSS Profile, short for the College Scholarship Service Profile, is an online application created and maintained by the United States-based College Board that allows college students to apply for non-federal financial aid. Check for participating colleges & universities.
Search for colleges, learn more about college visits, investigate funding and scholarships, explore careers and more!
Serves as Connecticut’s leading resource for students as they plan for their college education, not only by providing financing, but by providing information and tools for students to make informed decisions.
Information from the State of CT Office of Higher Education about the facts of student financial aid, grants, and links to resources for assistance.
Helping students with the financial aid and scholarship search process.
Providing admissions application fee waivers for income eligible participants
Awarding an annual scholarship targeted to low-income, first generation college bound students who have overcome tremendous obstacles to pursue their education. Contact info@conntacinc.org for assistance.
All Tuition-Free funding is allocated each year by the State of Connecticut. Funding is designated as the “Mary Ann Handley Award”.
Funding is limited and awards are made on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible students.
Click the link above to learn more!
Fastweb is your connection to scholarships, colleges, financial aid and more.
Find scholarships just for you based on your strengths, interests, and skills. Review resources to help you with tough financial aid decisions.
NEBHE’s Tuition Break program, the New England Regional Student Program (RSP), provides significant tuition savings to residents of the six New England states when they enroll at out-of-state public colleges and universities within New England and pursue approved programs.
"Our easy-to-use College and Scholarship Search tools, college profiles, and lists help students to find their perfect school—and a way to help pay for their education. In addition, our blogs, articles, and various resources help students, parents, and counselors navigate the college search process, student life, and so much more."
The Imagine America Foundation was established in 1982 as the Career College Foundation. Since then, we have become the most trusted voice in the career college sector, providing research, scholarship, and training for the nation's career colleges.
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