CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 1, 2023

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. FAFSA Release for the 2024-2025 As of this moment, the Education Department has announced that FAFSA will be released by December 31st.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 9, 2024

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. The Education Department opened the FAFSA this month – in a soft launch that’s causing confusion and frustration for applicants.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Be Prepared for a Fast Financial Aid Application Cycle It’s a well known fact that the “early bird gets the worm” and as I’ve talked about often on the blog, the earlier you submit your financial aid paperwork, the better chance you have of more funding for college. As soon as the application opens, be prepared to submit your paperwork.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 11, 2023

How the FAFSA is Making Financial Aid More Accessible to Families Nationwide In the last year and a half, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid – or FAFSA – has undergone major changes to make the application easier to complete for students nationwide. Who should file the FAFSA? That’s a huge change!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 3, 2024

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. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 23, 2023

There’s normal school work and extracurriculars, as well as the various deadlines for applications and financial aid. Yet, it’s important to track the deadlines so that you have the best chance of getting your financial aid application in – and then, the best chance of getting the maximum aid available to you.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 26, 2024

From admission applications to financial aid forms, staying organized and aware of key dates is crucial when you’re applying for college. This guide outlines the essential deadlines you need to know to master the college timeline and ensure a smooth application process. Pay close attention to when you can submit the applications.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

There’s an application process and forms you need to file to pay for your college education. Before you begin applications this fall as a high school junior, there’s a few things you should know! The application for the 2025-2026 cycle should be online October 1, 2024. The early bird gets the money!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 6, 2024

As the gateway to federal financial aid for college, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a crucial step for students and their families in securing funding for higher education. The FAFSA serves as the primary application for federal student aid programs, including grants, loans, and work-study opportunities.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 3, 2023

This has been the biggest update in 40 years for the FAFSA and we’re all ready to see what the new application looks like. Here’s what we do know about the updated FAFSA and your student’s college financial aid process so far: Applicants will be able to pull data from their tax returns. Are there any format updates to the FAFSA?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Starting this year, applicants who don’t qualify for a max Pell Grant if their SAI is less than the maximum grant amount. Starting with the 2024-2025 FAFSA cycle, that will no longer be the case. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college. Who will see a decrease in financial aid?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The FAFSA: Your First Step to Financial Aid The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is your starting point. If you want to read some of my tips to prepare for the 2025-2026 FAFSA, check out recent blogs here! Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college. The good news?

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College Planners of America

JANUARY 3, 2024

The 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available through a soft launch by the Federal Student Aid (FSA) office of the U.S. You can complete the form to apply for financial aid to help pay for attendance at college between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. Education Department (ED).

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College Planners of America

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Students now in 10 th grade, the high school class of 2025, will be the first to take the digital PSAT in the fall of 2023. The timer, for example, will be extended for those students who have been granted extended time and a screen will indicate if an extra break is scheduled. College Board’s digital product is described below.

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NCLC Student Loan Borrower Assistance

MARCH 20, 2025

In this post, we explain where things stand as of March 20, 2025 in the SAVE litigation. Parts of the SAVE plan went into effect in the summer of 2023, and all of it was scheduled to go into effect on July 1, 2024, though many aspects of SAVE have been temporarily blocked by court order.

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NCLC Student Loan Borrower Assistance

JANUARY 7, 2025

In this post, we first explain where things currently stand for student loan borrowers as of January 7, 2025, and what options are available to borrowers. Finally, while borrowers can now apply to switch to these plans, there will be delays in actually having their applications processed. Borrowers can apply online here.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 24, 2023

How to Update Your Financial Aid Application to Reflect Your Current Income One of the most important steps in applying to college is completing the FAFSA, which will open in December. That means on the 2024-2025 FAFSA, numbers will be gathered from your 2022 tax return. Best College Financial Aid Advisors.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Application season for financial aid is rapidly approaching. As a dedicated partner in your students’ success, School & Student Services (SSS) is here to help you streamline the application process and ensure a smooth experience for both your institution and your students.

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Missouri State Academic Advising and Transfer Cent

DECEMBER 2, 2024

We encourage you to attend forums as your schedule allows. This forum will equip attendees with the knowledge, strategies, and resources to identify ideal accelerated graduate program candidates, navigate the application process, and support students throughout their journey. Registration for the 2025 COTA Conference is now open.

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John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

APRIL 23, 2025

Note: this post was originally published in May 2022; it was updated and re-published in April 2025 to reflect new application info. We are hiring, and all eligible applicants (all Homewood and Peabody undergraduates) are encouraged to apply by Friday June 6, 2025. Applications close on Friday June 6, 2025.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Through this application, schools determine how much funding a student is eligible for. A Contributor on the FAFSA: “Contributor” is a new term on the 2025-26 FAFSA form. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college. This includes federal loans, grants, and work study programs.

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Active Minds

APRIL 30, 2025

Another incredible internship semester has come to a close, and we’re thrilled to celebrate the energy, innovation, and unwavering dedication of our Spring 2025 interns as they embark on their next adventures! Ive also been 1 of 25 individuals selected to fundraise for mental health to run the 2025 New York City Marathon on November 2.

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