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Deciphering College Financial Aid Offers: Making the Right Choice for Your Wallet and Education

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Reread your financial aid letters and determine how much of each package is in federal student loans. Remember: you will be expected to pay for anything that is not covered by financial aid or federal student loans. Consider Earnings Potential After College: Taking out loans?

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3 Must-Ask Questions for the Financial Aid Director: Unlocking Financial Aid Wisdom

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Whether you’re a senior weighing your financial aid options or a junior gearing up for college visits this summer, remember: the financial aid office is your friend! When you chat with the financial aid office, asking the right questions is key.

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How to Close the Gap Between Financial Aid Offers and the Cost of College

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

If that happens to your family, here’s a few ideas of how to find money to pay for college after financial aid: Contact the Financial Aid Office(s): If there is a school that particularly appeals to your student, you can contact the financial aid office and ask if there are any other options for receiving more financial aid.

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Entrance Counseling for Federal Student Loans – Part 3

College Planners of America

This post is a continuation of the last two that summarized Modules 1 and 2 of the Student Loan Entrance Counseling (SLEC). Module 3, “Federal Student Loans”, is summarized in this post. SLEC ensures that a student understands their rights and responsibilities with Federal loans prior to entering into a loan agreement.

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Entrance Counseling for Federal Student Loans – Part 2

College Planners of America

When a student is approved for a Federal student loan for the first time, they’re required to complete Student Loan Entrance Counseling (SLEC), an online course offered by the Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA), the agency within the U.S. This is why they’re often referred to as “gift” aid.

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4 Tips for Making Good Financial Choices for College: Navigating Financial Aid for Juniors and Seniors

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Seniors: Students need to communicate with financial aid offices, school counselors and their families to determine what option and financial aid path is going to be the best option for everyone. Follow up with the financial aid office of their college if needed.

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Last Minute College Financial Aid Tips for the Class of 2024

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Review your financial aid offers one more time: Take a few moments to look at the financial aid offer from your top-choice school one last time. If there is a noticeable difference, contact the financial aid office and discuss your options. Here are more tips on comparing financial aid offers.