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New Analysis Shows Boost in Aid Eligibility from FAFSA Simplification

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

When the FAFSA Simplification Act begins to take effect this July, it’s expected to significantly affect the process of applying for financial aid, making the paperwork less complex and altering the formula for eligibility. They can also download more specific data. There’s still just as many data elements.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Completing The FAFSA

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

High school seniors who are ready to unlock financial aid and take the next step toward your education, it’s time to file your FAFSA. Completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is one of the most important tasks you’ll need to tackle as you prepare for college. How to do it: Go to fsaid.ed.gov to create your ID.

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An Open Letter to Education Secretary Cardona

Counselors' Corner

Last February, 6 million families had filled out a FAFSA. It’s wonderful the new FAFSA has far fewer questions, but if students can’t get to the website to answer them, and colleges have to wait until March to put packages together, many first-time families we won over are going to give up.

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What enrollment leaders need to know about the upcoming FAFSA changes

EAB

Blogs What enrollment leaders need to know about the upcoming FAFSA changes Updated April 2023 As most of us in enrollment know, the FAFSA is set to substantially change for the 2024-2025 academic year. Fall 2023 – The FAFSA Estimator will be released, allowing students to determine eligibility for federal student aid.

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Student Resource Guide: Spring 2023

Scholarship America

Accessing Money for College Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) : It all starts here. FAFSA applications open October 1 each year, and completing the application is a required step for any government financial aid. The good news? The bad news?

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Student Resource Guide: Fall 2022

Scholarship America

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) : It all starts here. FAFSA applications open October 1 each year, and completing the application is a required step for any government financial aid. The FAFSA has been streamlined, simplified and connected to the IRS database for tax info, so it’s easier to complete than ever.

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How Many Colleges To Apply To? College Application Process Checklist And FAQ

Tutor Ocean Corp

Make a spreadsheet of your colleges and the steps you need to take (Use this template to get started) Download this template and start filling out the colleges you want to apply to. The FAFSA is available to all students who need financial assistance while attending college. We recommend applying for FAFSA as early as possible.