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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
APRIL 7, 2025
Colleges have different deadlines, scholarships come with various eligibility criteria, and grants can require some paperwork that takes time to gather. Starting early means youll be prepared when the time comes to submit your applications. The earlier you submit it, the better your chances of getting grants and work-study options.
CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
OCTOBER 21, 2024
This time of year means that college applications are in full swing for high school seniors! There’s paperwork to submit, essays to write, and financial aid applications to send in. The most important financial document that students will file with their families this fall is the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
APRIL 14, 2025
There are three main types of financial aid: Grants : These are usually need-based and dont need to be paid back. Keep Track of Important Deadlines : Financial aid deadlines vary by college, but the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) typically opens on October 1 each year. Want more personalized help paying for college?
CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
OCTOBER 14, 2024
The world of financial aid can be daunting, especially when it comes to understanding the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is the way that students qualify for federal grants, loans, and work-study opportunities. Proofing errors: Check your application carefully before sending it in.
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. It opens doors to federal grants, loans, and work-study opportunities. If you want to read some of my tips to prepare for the 2025-2026 FAFSA, check out recent blogs here! The good news?
Student Loan Hero
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
The big news on the student loan forgiveness front is that the federal government plans to forgive up to $10,000 in federally held student debt, or up to $20,000 if you previously received a Pell Grant. ( The application for this student debt cancellation is available online at the Federal Student Aid website. See more below ).
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