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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. Compare student loan options: If everything else is in order and you know that you will definitely have to borrow some money to attend college, start comparing your student loan options now.

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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! As a reminder, the FAFSA gathers information about your financial needs so your student can be offered work-study, grants, and student loans.

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The 2024-2025 FAFSA is Live – Or Is It?

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

A Soft Launch of This Year’s Financial Aid Application is Causing Frustration For months, parents, students, and financial aid experts alike have been waiting for the 2024-2025 FAFSA to go live. Right now, the best thing families and students can do is finish filing their FAFSA for the 2024-2025 year.

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3 New Year’s Resolutions to Make College More Affordable for Your Family

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

How to Save More Money for Your Student’s College Education Happy New Year! 2024 has arrived – and with it, the chance for resolutions that will help you improve your life, finances, and family’s well-being. One of the most common areas of financial stress for families is figuring out how to pay for college.

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Last Minute Money Talks Before Sending Your Student Off to College

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Your student may live with you, move in with others, get married, change jobs, or decide to pursue further education. Someone who knows how to live within a budget will easily be able to adapt to all life’s financial challenges. Congratulations again, to the soon-to-be Class of 2024!

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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.