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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School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Transfer students and their families often face unique financial challenges, especially when transitioning to a new school mid-year. To encourage these students to apply for financial aid, it’s crucial to provide clear and accessible information. Families also desire timely updates on their financial aid status.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The National Association of Independent Schools found over the course of the 2022-23 school year that 43 percent of students at boarding schools received financial aid , and at day schools that number was 24 percent. Expanding eligible financial aid for expenses beyond tuition, such as extracurricular activities, books, and supplies.

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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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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? FAA delivers fully audited folders that empower you to make informed award decisions that align with your enrollment goals.

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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). The process can feel scary if you don’t know where to start, which is why today I’m breaking down the FAFSA so you can understand the application process more clearly.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Learn Which Deadlines to Track During College Application Season The fall is one of the busiest times of year for high school seniors who are applying to college. There’s normal school work and extracurriculars, as well as the various deadlines for applications and financial aid.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The National Association of Independent Schools found over the course of the 2022-23 school year that 43 percent of students at boarding schools received financial aid , and at day schools that number was 24 percent. Expanding eligible financial aid for expenses beyond tuition, such as extracurricular activities, books, and supplies.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Financial aid forms may seem overwhelming, but they’re your ticket to unlocking the financial support you need. For high school juniors and seniors, now is the perfect time to dive into financial aid terms – and build a better understanding of them all. But, that’s why I’m here at CFAA! The good news?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 23, 2023

There’s normal school work and extracurriculars, as well as the various deadlines for applications and financial aid. Yet, it’s important to track the deadlines so that you have the best chance of getting your financial aid application in – and then, the best chance of getting the maximum aid available to you.

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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

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

By offering strong financial aid programs, they foster more equitable and diverse learning environments. These programs not only provide immediate financial relief but also serve as a long-term investment in the future of students from underserved communities.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The debacle surrounding the rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) affected the incoming fall class at three-quarters of private, nonprofit colleges and universities across the nation. Additionally, 90% of the institutions surveyed said the Department did not provide timely information about the FAFSA. “It

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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

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

February is one of my favorite months of the year because it’s National Financial Aid Awareness Month. Throughout this month, all of us in the higher education community make an extra effort to provide even more information about how to use and access financial aid for college.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Department of Education (ED) is delaying the sending out of student information relevant for financial aid calculations to institutions, higher ed scholars and officials have voiced concern and uncertainty over how this change will affect low-income and first-generation students in particular. 8 – had left applicants frustrated.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 21, 2024

This time of year means that college applications are in full swing for high school seniors! There’s paperwork to submit, essays to write, and financial aid applications to send in. For the 2025-2026 application cycle, the FAFSA will come online in December. You may never know what aid your student can receive!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The world of financial aid for college can feel overwhelming. Two of the most important forms you’ll encounter are the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and the CSS Profile. These forms are essential for both high school students entering college and current college students seeking financial aid.

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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. This does not mean that your student’s application has any issues.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Navigating the financial aid process as a college student or first time college parent can feel mind-boggling, especially with the numerous terms and acronyms thrown around. Almost every financial aid application or letter will have at least one of these acronyms so it’s important to start recognizing them.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 4, 2024

Amid ongoing issues with the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form this year, the City University of New York (CUNY) is looking to help. We don’t want the unprecedented delays and changes in this year’s federal aid application process to deter them from coming to CUNY or any college."

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

There’s an application process and forms you need to file to pay for your college education. Whether your family is paying for part of your college degree, or you’re covering it all yourself, there’s a good chance you’ll need to rely on financial aid. Finally, don’t make assumptions that you won’t qualify for any aid.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

APRIL 3, 2024

With rising enrollment comes an increased demand for financial aid, which affects faith-based, private, and independent K-12 schools. Additionally, higher-income families are increasingly seeking financial assistance, highlighting the shifting demographics of financial aid applicants.

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Student Research Foundation

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

From crafting your application essays to navigating standardized tests , there’s a lot to keep track of. Creating a college application checklist is a great way to stay on top of things—and we’ve got one to help you get started. However, actually fulfilling college application requirements requires some planning and forethought.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 1, 2024

The college application and prep process is nearly over now, too! The finish line for the financial process is close, too. If you used estimated figures on your original FAFSA application, you must go back and ensure everything has been pulled properly for your FAFSA paperwork.

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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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College Aid Services

DECEMBER 21, 2023

For financial aid applicants who reside in U.S. territories, FSA has released additional guidance about how to properly report income and tax information on the FAFSA for the 2024-2025 academic year. Review the helpful information below to learn more. Territory Residents first appeared on College Aid Services.

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College Aid Consulting Services

JULY 25, 2023

These are the top 10 things to consider when applying for college financial aid as a divorced parent and provide insights to help you make informed decisions. Our office gets many questions on college financial aid, FAFSA, and divorced parents advice 2023.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The need for more financial aid is increasing as the trend towards rising enrollment in private schools continues to grow. Minority families, middle-class, and higher-income families are all included in the latest data showing a higher need for financial aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 11, 2023

How the FAFSA is Making Financial Aid More Accessible to Families Nationwide In the last year and a half, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid – or FAFSA – has undergone major changes to make the application easier to complete for students nationwide. Who should file the FAFSA?

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Counselors' Corner

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

This isn’t to say colleges will slough off COVID if it’s offered as a cause of hardship, but its frequent appearance—and the availability of COVID-affected students with stronger credentials—make it less likely that B students will be considered at schools used to seeing A applicants. Financial Aid? SARs are out of control.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 12, 2024

If you’re considering a new solution for processing financial aid, here are five benefits a strong financial aid processing solution should offer you. 1. Full- F eature Dashboard : Imagine a world where applications, data, and insights all live harmoniously in one user-friendly dashboard.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 15, 2024

Navigating the world of scholarship applications can be daunting, especially when you’re juggling multiple deadlines and requirements. Missing deadlines can mean missing out on valuable financial aid opportunities. This ensures you have ample time to gather materials and complete your application without rushing. #3:

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College Aid Services

AUGUST 2, 2024

Update 8/1/24: Following its July 24th update, Federal Student Aid has clarified its guidance on resolving conflicting information for applicants or contributors that have FTI data and manually indicated that they did not file a U.S. tax return for 2022.

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College Planners of America

AUGUST 28, 2023

In addition to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ), some college-bound students complete another application called the College Scholarship Service Profile (the Profile ). Families welcome financial aid that helps pay for their student’s college education. Adoptive parents. Current stepparents.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 30, 2024

million Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA ® ) forms have been successfully submitted since the 2024-25 redesigned application went live Dec. James Kvaal ED updated the supporting tables used in the Student Aid Index calculation — which replaced the Expected Family Contribution formula — that account for inflation.

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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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