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Last Minute College Financial Aid Tips for the Class of 2024

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Within another month, these seniors will become the class of 2024! The finish line for the financial process is close, too. If there is a noticeable difference, contact the financial aid office and discuss your options. Here are more tips on comparing financial aid offers.

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When Will the 2024-2025 FAFSA Be Available?

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Updates to the FAFSA Have Delayed College Financial Aid for Millions The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has undergone some major updates for the 2024-2025 application cycle. Unfortunately, many families and students are wondering exactly where the FAFSA is. When is the FAFSA due?

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Updates to the 2024-2025 FAFSA Will Help Maximize Your Financial Aid

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

As we wait, it seems like the perfect time to review changes to the 2024-2025 FAFSA that will help you maximize financial aid -and your time filling out the forms! All colleges and universities will want the FAFSA from your student as part of their application. Some scholarships may even require the form to be completed.

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3 Things to Know About Financial Aid for High School Juniors

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Filing the FAFSA is the first stop to determine your eligibility for federal, state, and most institutional college financial aid. The application for the 2025-2026 cycle should be online October 1, 2024. Finally, don’t make assumptions that you won’t qualify for any aid. Sometimes their dream school just isn’t feasible.

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Changes to the 2024-2025 FAFSA Have Made Filing for College Money Easier

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Many families often decide to skip the entire process together, even though it’s necessary to file in order to receive financial aid. However, with the release of the 2024-2025 FAFSA, families, students, and financial aid offices alike are hopeful that the once complicated application will be easier to complete and process.

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Impact of the New FAFSA on the Net Price of College

College Planners of America

The student financial aid system has always been complex. The goal of the Act is to simplify the process of applying for student financial aid, primarily by reducing the number of questions on the FAFSA from 108 to 36. With this year’s new FAFSA and its inept rollout by the U.S.

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