College Aid Services

MAY 8, 2024

In a Dear Colleague letter, The Department of Education has shared a slew of resources to its YouTube channel on its on its 2024-25 FAFSA Fast News Blog to help students and contributors make corrections to their applications.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The FAFSA is coming. For the 2024-2025 application cycle, the FAFSA will be released in December. If you’re attending college in the fall of 2024, then you’ll likely need to complete the FAFSA this winter. The post Everything You Need to Complete Your 2024-2025 FAFSA appeared first on CFAA.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 9, 2024

A Soft Launch of This Year’s Financial Aid Application is Causing Frustration For months, parents, students, and financial aid experts alike have been waiting for the 2024-2025 FAFSA to go live. The Education Department opened the FAFSA this month – in a soft launch that’s causing confusion and frustration for applicants.

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Ed.gov Homeroom

APRIL 22, 2024

This Week of Action was a national effort to drive FAFSA submissions among high school seniors and returning college students. appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Student Loan Hero

DECEMBER 22, 2022

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens on Oct. Instead of waiting until a FAFSA deadline approaches, it’s a better idea to submit this important form as close to Oct. If you apply early, not only will you meet all the various FAFSA deadlines, but you might also get more financial aid for college. FAFSA FAQs.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Be Prepared for a Fast Financial Aid Application Cycle It’s a well known fact that the “early bird gets the worm” and as I’ve talked about often on the blog, the earlier you submit your financial aid paperwork, the better chance you have of more funding for college. What Does It Mean for the FAFSA This Year?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 11, 2023

Each year, high school students applying to college and college students currently enrolled in courses must fill out their Free Application for Federal Student aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is the federal form that collects your family’s income and tax information. The post The New Launch of FAFSA in December 2023 appeared first on CFAA.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 3, 2023

What We Know About the New FAFSA and Financial Aid Offers As a result of the FAFSA Simplification Act in 2020, the FAFSA has been updated to help millions of students and families maximize their financial aid for college. Are there any format updates to the FAFSA? Families must consent to be able to receive financial aid.

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Student Loan Hero

DECEMBER 22, 2022

But the reality is that there are no income limits with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); any eligible student can fill out the FAFSA to see if they qualify for aid. Figuring out your financial need with the FAFSA. Filling out the FAFSA to get financial aid. Need-based and non-need-based financial aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The post How to Prep for the 2024-2025 FAFSA This Fall appeared first on CFAA. For high school seniors, the fall also marks the beginning of college application season. As we all know, time moves faster once all of the activities and classes begin. Now is the best time.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 20, 2023

Each year, students and families file the FAFSA to help determine funding for their college careers. The 2023 FAFSA won’t open until December, which is later than normal. The post How to Prepare for Your FAFSA Application in the Spring appeared first on CFAA. With the new updates, the deadline is already going to be stressful.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 17, 2023

Believe it or not, the FAFSA for your freshman year in college will come online October 1, 2023. Parents and students are completing their FAFSA applications by the end. The post How to Help Your High School Junior Prep for FAFSA and College Applications appeared first on CFAA.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Here is what to do if you receive a request for verification for your FAFSA: Stay alert Review your Student Aid Report, check your email, and visit college portals regularly to find out if your application has been selected for verification. Find out how to make it right in today’s blog! Read why in today’s blog post!

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EAB

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Blogs How enrollment leaders should navigate the new FAFSA processing delay Like all of us, you've probably been closely tracking the progress of the new FAFSA form this year: in particular, how the Department of Education is planning to roll it out to students, families, and institutions. (If Thanks for your patience.”

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COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

More News & Impact Click to view the page: Expanding Horizons: The 2024 Keith Sherin Global Leaders Program Blog Expanding Horizons: The 2024 Keith Sherin Global Leaders Program by Terrance L. Blog “National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C. Blog Level Up: Unite Voices.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 7, 2022

We have been hearing a lot about FAFSA simplification for the past few years now, but so far have not really seen anything public except a few minor changes. The post What Is Ahead for the Future of the FAFSA? Work is being completed behind the scenes, however, which will be rolling out in the next. appeared first on CFAA.

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Student Loan Hero

DECEMBER 1, 2022

When do you need to file your FAFSA for this year? 1: Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens. June 30: FAFSA deadline. When is the FAFSA deadline? School year FAFSA opens FAFSA deadline. When does FAFSA open? The FAFSA opens up every year on Oct. Key dates to be aware of: Dec.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 3, 2024

How Finding Money for College Is Now Easier Than Ever For the last 40+ years, students and families have been frustrated by the process of filing the FAFSA. The hope, of course, is that all these changes will motivate more families to file a FAFSA and qualify for federal financial aid.

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Missouri State Academic Advising and Transfer Cent

JANUARY 5, 2023

Students interested in applying for the MoState Access Award must submit their FAFSA to MSU by February 1. Learn more about the MoState Access Award. TRANSFER NEWS: Inside Higher Ed: Shaping a Transformational Transfer Vision.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Fall can be a challenging time for high school seniors with college applications, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (otherwise known as FAFSA), and searching for scholarships. The 2024-2025 FAFSA will come online in December, which will condense this year’s application cycle, so it’s.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 10, 2023

FAFSA filing season is almost upon us. For the 2024-25 FAFSA, the application will open up in December (it will return to the fall opening next year). The post Common FAFSA Mistakes and How to Avoid Them appeared first on CFAA.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 22, 2023

It’s been 40 years since the last major overhaul of the FAFSA application. If you need a reminder, FAFSA is the application every college student should file for financial aid assistance as a freshman and throughout. The post Did the Updates to the 2024-2025 FAFSA Actually Make It Better? appeared first on CFAA.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 26, 2022

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and CSS Profile (if needed) for the 2023-24 college year will be available online beginning October 1. The post Avoid These FAFSA Missteps appeared first on CFAA. Every year, around this time, students and parents start to worry about getting their applications completed quickly.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Fall is when there is less light during the day, and also the time when there are fewer days until the FAFSA. Yes, that’s right – it’s FAFSA time. The post It Is FAFSA Time Again appeared first on CFAA. It’s September, that time of year when our thoughts turn to fall and pumpkin spice everything.

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Moneyman

OCTOBER 19, 2020

And as part of that process, being available for presentations and other speaking opportunities about Financial Aid and the FAFSA. This presentation goes through a lot of the information we review on the blog (in fact, during the presentation we point back to the blog at various points). It’s Alive! It’s Alive!!!

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EAB

APRIL 18, 2023

Blogs What enrollment leaders need to know about the upcoming FAFSA changes Updated April 2023 As most of us in enrollment know, the FAFSA is set to substantially change for the 2024-2025 academic year. Fall 2023 – The FAFSA Estimator will be released, allowing students to determine eligibility for federal student aid.

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COE

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Diversity and Education at COE Annual Conference Blog U.S. Award for Exceptional Contributions to Educational Opportunity Blog Three TRIO Leaders Honored with the 2024 Walter O. Blog “National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C.

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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. Filling out the FAFSA is easier than ever with online tools that guide you step by step. If you want to read some of my tips to prepare for the 2025-2026 FAFSA, check out recent blogs here!

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I'm First!

JANUARY 17, 2024

When it comes to the FAFSA, it is something that can either bring dread, exasperation, or great joy. It’s a time when you apply for aid towards your college education, but it’s also a time that can bring much stress or discomfort if you are unfamiliar with the material. So, as a first-generation college student […]

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COE

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Hamm Click to view the page: Henry Bonilla Honored with 2024 COE Lifetime TRIO Achievement Award Blog Henry Bonilla Honored with 2024 COE Lifetime TRIO Achievement Award by Terrance L. Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Diversity and Education at COE Annual Conference Blog U.S. Hamm Click to view the page: U.S. this summer.

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Department of Education Homeroom Blog

MARCH 23, 2021

The post Let’s Urge High School Seniors to Complete the FAFSA® Form Today appeared first on ED.gov Blog. At Federal Student Aid, we know students and families often have to make tough decisions about higher education, and we know the COVID-19 emergency has made some of those decisions even harder. In typical times, submitting.

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College Aid Consulting Services

JULY 5, 2022

Take a moment to read my blog “ 10 Things You Have To Do Before Going Off To College ” to really get a good plan together as you make visits. Ask questions about filling out the FAFSA and CSS profile, but try and disclose as little about your financial situation as possible. Get ahead of the game now!

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COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Diversity and Education at COE Annual Conference Blog U.S. Award for Exceptional Contributions to Educational Opportunity Blog Three TRIO Leaders Honored with the 2024 Walter O. Blog “National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Representative Adriano Espaillat Addresses Diversity and Education at COE Annual Conference Blog U.S. Award for Exceptional Contributions to Educational Opportunity Blog Three TRIO Leaders Honored with the 2024 Walter O. Blog “National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C.

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COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

Blog “National Student Leadership Congress has opened my eyes”: Future leaders realize their power in D.C. Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C. Hamm Click to view the page: Senator Jon Tester’s View from Capitol Hill Blog Senator Jon Tester’s View from Capitol Hill by Terrance L. Blog Level Up: Unite Voices.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Here’s just some of the recent blogs about college financial aid that I recommend: The Beginner’s Guide to Financial Aid : Get the most out of your financial aid application by learning more about how the process works. All Things FAFSA: FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 12, 2024

FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) : In a normal year, the FAFSA will open on October 1st. All schools will require you to file the FAFSA. CSS Profile: Some colleges require this in addition to the FAFSA. Financial aid is often handed out on a first come, first serve basis. Check out those tips here!

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