CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 7, 2025

Lets talk about why early financial aid planning is so important to your college journey! While thats true, the earlier you start thinking about financial aid, the more options and opportunities you’ll have. Starting early means youll be prepared when the time comes to submit your applications.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

To address this challenge, private K-12 schools can proactively implement strategies to ensure equitable access to financial aid. Simplified Application: Streamline the financial aid application process to minimize the burden on families. Key Strategies for Equitable Access and Promoting Diversity 1.

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College Aid Consulting Services

JANUARY 12, 2024

I created this CSS Profile: A Comprehensive Guide as a financial aid consultant with over 34 years of experience to help you. I have dedicated my career to helping families navigate the complex world of college financial aid. My goal is to ensure that your child receives the maximum financial aid possible.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 31, 2025

But before you get too caught up in the excitement of graduation, lets talk about something thats just as important: college financial aid. If you think financial aid prep starts in the fall of senior year, think again! Its never too early to start getting ready for college financial aid applications.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

It’s also about how to make it work financially. That’s where the timing of your college applications can have a big impact. While options like Early Action and Early Decision may sound appealing for getting a jumpstart on the admissions process, if financial aid is a priority for you, Regular Decision might be your best bet.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

A November 2024 article , from the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) highlights that total financial aid awarded by National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and SAIS schools has grown significantly over the past two decades, reflecting schools commitment to supporting families. million during the same period.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 25, 2025

By: Craig Dodson Vice President of Customer Support, VenturEd Solutions For independent K-12 schools, financial aid decisions are some of the most importantand complexdecisions they make. The workload can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with hundreds or even thousands of applicants.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 3, 2023

The college is anticipating submitting its application for approval in April. KC lost accreditation for a number of reasons, one of those being financial stability. In the 2021 school year, about $10 million went to HBCUs in the state through financial aid, and the year before that it was $12 million.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

One of the reasons that many of these efforts haven’t made as much difference as they could have is the administrative burdens that they place on students—the difficulty of the steps that students and their families must go through to apply for financial aid, or even to college at all. “By said Gándara. “Or

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 1, 2023

"We want to make sure that when we're expanding opportunities for everybody, we're doing it for all Minnesotans, regardless of background, regardless of their documentation status," said Senate Higher Education Chair Omar Fateh. 5-10% of students without legal status who graduate from U.S.

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College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The 2025-26 Federal School Code (FSC) List of Participating Schools is now available as an online document and an integrated search function for applicants navigating the fafsa.gov website.

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IEFA

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

This guide covers the top options, their benefits, eligibility criteria, and application tips to help you get started. These university scholarships offer substantial financial aid and access to prestigious scholarship opportunities and research opportunities provided by a scholarship provider.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 12, 2025

With TaxStatus’ advanced IRS integration, SSS provides schools with immediate access to verified financial data while safeguarding families through secure identity verification methods, including ID.me. Transform your Financial Aid experience and learn more at their upcoming webinar.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 11, 2025

For private K-12 schools, financial aid is more than just a means of helping familiesits a strategic asset that shapes enrollment, fosters diversity, and ensures the schools long-term financial health. Schools can outline: Eligibility criteria for need-based aid, merit scholarships, or other tuition assistance programs.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Dr. Sara Goldrick-Rab We started our process about a year ago by talking about what his college will cost, since I’ve extensively documented the consequences of paying too much. So many of his friends are focused on the University of Pennsylvania, the so-called “best” school in our city even though it rejects 95% of applicants.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

APRIL 9, 2025

These students bring cultural diversity, academic excellence, and a broader worldview to the classroombut they also bring unique challenges when it comes to financial aid processing. For financial aid officers and admissions teams, this can mean lengthy back-and-forth communication, incomplete applications, or inconsistent reporting.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 2, 2024

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.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 11, 2024

That animals avoid environments which seem unhealthy due to predators or poor conditions is a well-documented ecological phenomenon. The University of California learned after Proposition 209 how this can lead to group-level declines in application rates from Black and Latinx students. Humans are no different.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 9, 2023

On top of that, undocumented students are ineligible for any federal financial aid. In 2019, Oglethorpe partnered with TheDream.US , a national scholarship program that helps provide access to a college education for immigrant youth who came to the country at a young age without documentation. No Pell Grants. No student loans.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JANUARY 23, 2025

SSS from VenturEd Solutions Revolutionizes Financial Aid Application Processing with Industry-Leading IRS Integration powered by TaxStatus New partnership with TaxStatus powers simplified and rapid verification of family tax information within a unified admissions, enrollment, and student lifecycle solution.

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Scholarship America

JANUARY 10, 2023

Navigating financial aid can be confusing and overwhelming for students and their families, especially for those who are new to the process. Here are a few things you might not know about financial aid that could help you navigate the process more effectively. Financial aid can come from many sources.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 12, 2024

Navigating the college admission and financial aid process can be overwhelming, especially with numerous deadlines to keep track of. From financial aid to the needs of several schools’ admission applications, there’s a lot to pay attention to. Financial aid applications have their own application due dates.

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IEFA

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

This foundational knowledge sets the stage for a successful visa application. To be eligible, applicants must demonstrate proof of financial funds sufficient to cover their tuition and living expenses while in the U.S. Preparing for Your F-1 Visa Application Thorough preparation is crucial for a successful F-1 visa application.

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College Aid Services

JANUARY 9, 2024

The Department of Education has made the 24-25 Application and Verification Guide as well as the 23-24 FSA Assessments resource available online. To obtain a digital copy of both documents, read the instructions below.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 22, 2024

According to recent data from the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), roughly one-quarter of students at private day schools received some amount of financial aid over the course of the 2022-23 school year. Let’s look at how to best prepare for and complete financial aid applications.

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College Aid Services

JULY 22, 2024

The latest electronic announcement outlines 2024-25 federal guidelines to determine when a FAFSA applicant qualifies for independent status as a unaccompanied youth who is homeless, self-supporting, or at risk of being homeless.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JUNE 11, 2022

Spring cleaning your home is good for your health , so it’s not surprising that spring cleaning your financial aid is good for the health of your K-12 school. By cleaning up your financial aid folders, you can clear out the clutter and improve your organization. How to Clean Up Your Financial Aid Folders.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JUNE 20, 2024

Did you know the Financial Aid Assistant (FAA) program by School and Student Services (SSS) helps remove obstacles, complete efficient reviews, and support families during the financial aid process? The financial aid season approaches, and your inbox overflows with applications.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

AUGUST 9, 2024

College Preparation: These schools often have strong college counseling programs, providing students with expert guidance throughout the application process. The Role of Financial Aid One of the most significant challenges facing international students is the cost of attending a US private school.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Why You Should Respond to Financial Aid Verification Requests Quickly Throughout the college admissions and financial aid application season, one of the most worrying emails you can receive is a request for more information. But, I’m here to tell you that a request for extra documentation is not a reason to panic!

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 14, 2025

This exclusive event brought together financial aid directors, heads of schools, admissions and enrollment directors to celebrate a groundbreaking partnership between TaxStatus and School and Student Services (SSS)a collaboration transforming financial aid processing for private K-12 schools across the country.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 5, 2025

Sessions on innovative approaches to financial aid and tuition modeling provided administrators with new strategies to make financial aid more accessible and efficient. This powerful financial aid solution simplifies the awarding process, making it easier, faster, and more accurate for schools. Lets connect!

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 3, 2024

A strong financial aid program is essential for attracting and retaining top students. A successful program requires more than just financial resources, effective communication tools are equally vital to ensure transparency, build trust, and provide a positive experience for families.

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The 2025-26 Federal School Code (FSC) List of Participating Schools is now available as an online document and an integrated search function for applicants navigating the fafsa.gov website.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 6, 2024

As the gateway to federal financial aid for college, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a crucial step for students and their families in securing funding for higher education. This year, in particular, has presented many students for families seeking aid for college.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

APRIL 5, 2023

Offering financial aid helps your school reach more families and build a vibrant, diverse school community. According to our Community Brands K-12 Trends Report, the average financial aid award covers 40% of tuition! Grant funding comes directly from a school’s budget.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Wading through the world of financial aid can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re met with acronyms like SAI, SAR, and FAFSA. Whether you’re applying to college or the parent of a soon-to-be-college student, understanding these terms is key to getting the financial support you need for college. What Is SAR?

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