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Fixing FASFA: Black Students and HBCUs Will Lose the Most

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The introduction and rollout of the new Better FASFA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form has led to a multitude of challenges, setbacks, and concerns among students, caregivers, and educators.

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10 Essential Tips for Enrolling in College For Your Student After Choosing Their Dream School

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Your student made the exciting decision to attend their dream college. To help your student along the way, here are ten essential tips for enrolling in college at their dream school! To help your student along the way, here are ten essential tips for enrolling in college at their dream school! Congratulations!

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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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The College Portal Check-In: Your Key to College Application Success

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

In a year like this one, it has become an even more important task for students applying to college! Financial Aid for College The college portal is like a digital command center, providing access to essential resources, announcements, and updates pertinent to your student’s academic journey. Schedule your FREE 15 minute call.

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

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

It can be frustrating to try to come up with cost figures because students all have individual financial circumstances, but the financial aid director will probably have the best understanding of the closest dollar estimate for attending the school. What are my chances of realistically being able to repay my student loans?

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

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Any financial aid offer letters received will outline the amount of scholarships, grants, and loans you can expect. The school may have additional funds for low-income students or may be able to point you in the direction of other scholarships. It will also state how much you may have to pay out of pocket.

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What to Keep in Mind When Comparing Financial Aid Offers from Your Top Colleges

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

As spring blooms around us, college acceptance letters and financial aid offers are beginning to arrive for students who didn’t apply for early admission at their colleges of choice. It’s such an exciting – and stressful – time as students make their final decisions about where to spend the next four years of their lives.