College Aid Consulting Services

JANUARY 12, 2024

The CSS Profile is a financial aid application required by over 200 colleges and universities in the United States. Additionally, some colleges use the CSS Profile to determine a student’s eligibility for merit-based scholarships. FAFSA Deadline: The FAFSA deadline (Federal) is June 30 th 2025. What is the CSS Profile?

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Scholarship America

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Spooky season is upon us, but there’s nothing to be scared of when it comes to finding scholarships! A quick look at our Browse Scholarships page will treat you to lots of options—and applying doesn’t have to be tricky. Applicants in the U.S. Applicants in the U.S. Applications are open until November 30.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 30, 2024

If you’re planning on attending college and need financial aid, then filling out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA ) is an essential step. Its also used by most states and colleges to determine eligibility for state financial aid and institutional scholarships. Additionally, mistakes happen.

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Scholarship America

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The new school year is here, and that means the start of another busy scholarship season! Now is the perfect time to start making your plans, researching the scholarships you want to apply for and brushing up on the do’s and don’ts of scholarship applications. Applications are open through November 1.

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Scholarship America

DECEMBER 5, 2022

As 2022 comes to an end, scholarship season is getting busier—and the holiday break is a perfect time to make some headway on your searches and applications. Scholarships up to $40,000, paid internships and more are out there waiting for you! Applicants must be current sophomores graduating in 2025 with a minimum 3.0

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MAY 2, 2025

School choice initiatives like education savings accounts (ESAs), tax-credit scholarships, and voucher programs are rapidly reshaping the K12 education landscape. These new opportunities mean schools must be ready to process increased financial aid applications quickly, equitably, and transparently. Here are eight ways to be ready.

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The College Pod

MARCH 21, 2025

It’s a detailed report colleges publish every year, filled with facts about admissions, financial aid, and what really matters in the application process. It even shows what colleges care about most when reviewing applications. It might help your application. But what is the Common Data Set, you ask? And the good news?

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The College Pod

JUNE 1, 2024

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), now shorter than its predecessor, is a key part of getting money to help pay for your child's college education. When to Apply for FAFSA The FAFSA application opens on October 1 each year for the following academic year. Submit your application early to avoid missing out on aid.

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College Planners of America

MAY 19, 2025

Application Process The process of applying for Federal Direct Loans begins with the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submitting it to the ED. Students can start submitting FAFSA applications on October 1 of each year for the following academic year.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Fall can be a challenging time for high school seniors with college applications, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (otherwise known as FAFSA), and searching for scholarships. The 2024-2025 FAFSA will come online in December, which will condense this year’s application cycle, so it’s.

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Student Research Foundation

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The SAT and ACT were designed to screen college applicants. Their argument is based on the idea that these tests should not be used to evaluate college applicants. However, ACT and SAT scores are the closest college admissions offices have to a yardstick for comparing applicants on a uniform scale.

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The College Pod

JUNE 8, 2024

It replaced the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) starting with the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ). Some colleges will meet 100% of this financial need with grants and scholarships. University Scholarships : Merit-based and need-based scholarships awarded by the college.

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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

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Learn Which Deadlines to Track During College Application Season The fall is one of the busiest times of year for high school seniors who are applying to college. There’s normal school work and extracurriculars, as well as the various deadlines for applications and financial aid. It’s a lot for any student to keep track of.

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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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The College Pod

JANUARY 13, 2025

Due to inflation, many families haven’t been able to save for college, and most won’t get enough money from grants and scholarships to cover all their costs. Apply for Private Scholarships Scholarships from local organizations can reduce your need for loans. Check out the loan types and other features below.

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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. Some scholarships may even require the form to be completed.

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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

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. The information collected also forms the basis for aid decisions made by state governments, colleges and some private scholarships.

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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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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 14, 2025

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation has announced its 2025 cohort of Undergraduate Transfer Scholars, selecting 90 community college students from across the nation to receive scholarships of up to $55,000 per year for up to three years to complete their bachelor's degrees at four-year institutions.

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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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Close the Gap Foundation

JANUARY 23, 2023

Valery Reyes , 2022 Fellow & Scholarship Recipient Close the Gap Foundation's innovative approach to mentorship as a vehicle for closing the opportunity and network gaps has taken on added importance as the impacts of the pandemic persist, particularly for those from low-income communities. I remember telling somebody.

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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! Always prioritize grants and scholarships before accepting loans! The good news?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 14, 2025

The initiative combines federal and state grants with institutional scholarships to make a four-year college education more accessible. high school GPA and complete their FAFSA and college application by May 1, 2025, for enrollment in Fall 2025. To qualify, incoming freshmen must maintain a minimum 3.5

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EAB

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

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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. Scholarships are great free money for college students!

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