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February 8, 2017 . , , , , ,

February 2017 Newsletter: How Do Income and Assets Impact Aid?

February 2017 Newsletter College Prices Hit New Record Highs in 2016! It’s already February! 2017 is a new year, with new rules for college financial aid application deadlines and awards. Many colleges’ financial aid deadlines are earlier than previous years! If you have a High School senior, and you have not yet submitted the FAFSA and…

February 26, 2015 . , , ,

Eyes on your Own Paper: Why Not to Cheat on the FAFSA

When turning to financial aid, wouldn’t you want to extract the highest amount possible?  Of course, this all depends upon your means for the biggest payout.  The #1 method: applying for the FAFSA.  However, when you punch in your earnings on the FAFSA4caster, the estimated aid falls far short of your expectations.  How do you…

October 18, 2012 . ,

The Federal Pell Grant: Financial Aid For College Students

The Federal Pell Grant is one type of federal financial aid college students should be aware of if their financial need is high. Unlike a loan, a grant does not need to be repaid, which is one reason why grants are a much better option for students in the long run. This specific type of grant provides need-based income to…