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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
APRIL 7, 2025
The FAFSA is one of the most important applications youll fill out, and it opens every year on October 1st. This will make filling out your FAFSA or scholarship applications a lot easier. Keep track of deadlines for both the FAFSA and any scholarships you want to apply for. Want more personalized help paying for college?
CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
APRIL 14, 2025
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. Youll fill out the FAFSA your senior year, but its a good idea to familiarize yourself with the process now. Want more personalized help paying for college?
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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
MARCH 31, 2025
Get Familiar with the FAFSA The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is your golden ticket to need-based financial aid. While the FAFSA doesnt open until October 1st of your senior year, its never too early to get familiar with the process. Here are more tips on finding scholarships.
CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
OCTOBER 21, 2024
The most important financial document that students will file with their families this fall is the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. For the 2025-2026 application cycle, the FAFSA will come online in December. Why Do I Have to File the FAFSA?
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). This form is one of the most important for students and families to file, if not the most important form to be completed. Most students won’t have more than 20, but it’s good to know!
CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors
JUNE 17, 2024
Federal student loans typically offer more favorable terms, such as fixed interest rates and flexible repayment options, compared to private loans. Additionally, federal loans may qualify for income-driven repayment plans and loan forgiveness programs, providing valuable assistance post-graduation.
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. Filling out the FAFSA is easier than ever with online tools that guide you step by step. The good news?
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