CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 7, 2025

How to Start Financial Aid Planning Early: Know Your Deadlines Each college or university has its own financial aid deadlines. 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.

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JANUARY 7, 2025

This article explores these sources of university funding to help students understand how they can sustain their educational pursuits and receive financial aid. Financial aid for students Financial aid bridges the gap between what students can afford and the actual cost of education.

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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.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

More about Jodi and College Financial Aid Advisors Jodi is a FAFSA financial advisor who helps with the financial aid process to help families of college students maximize their financial aid. Happy college hunting!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

More about Jodi and College Financial Aid Advisors Jodi is a FAFSA financial advisor who helps with the financial aid process to help families of college students maximize their financial aid. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college.

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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. What’s really going on with the FAFSA? See more about those updates in one of our latest blogs here.

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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. Families must consent to be able to receive financial aid.

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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. Many families often decide to skip the entire process together, even though it’s necessary to file in order to receive financial aid.

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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. Just remember: the earlier you submit, the better your chances of getting the most aid.

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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

Financial aid is often handed out on a first come, first serve basis. 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.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 26, 2024

Admission Application Deadlines I’ve mentioned these application deadlines in previous blogs this month, but they’re worth repeating! Again, check your specific school(s) details for any school or state related financial aid. The FAFSA determines your eligibility for federal, state, and college-based financial aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 5, 2024

I highly recommend making visits to the campuses so you really understand what it’s like to be a student there. Read one of my blogs here! Sit down with your parents or guardians and complete the FAFSA and, if necessary for your schools, the CSS Profile. Find more tips on how to complete the FAFSA or CSS Profile on the blog!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Maximize Your Financial Aid By Understanding the New Student Aid Index One of the biggest updates to the FAFSA is the introduction of the Student Aid Index (SAI). Now, the SAI will help colleges and universities determine how much funding a student can receive. Learn more here!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Start with FAFSA If you are not yet familiar with the term FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), now’s the perfect time to learn about it all! Filing the FAFSA is the first stop to determine your eligibility for federal, state, and most institutional college financial aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 1, 2024

One of the most common areas of financial stress for families is figuring out how to pay for college. Many families often forgo saving money from the start in the hopes that financial aid will provide them great options. See them on the blog today!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 3, 2024

Don’t hesitate to seek guidance from school counselors, financial aid advisors, and other trusted sources who can provide insight and support. I’ve shared some important money lessons on the blog before. Maximize Aid Opportunities : Be proactive in seeking out opportunities to maximize your financial aid package.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 20, 2024

Financial Aid for College The college portal is like a digital command center, providing access to essential resources, announcements, and updates pertinent to your student’s academic journey. One area where its significance truly shines is in managing financial aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 27, 2024

Remember to review any payment requirements with your student so they know what they’re responsible for. Complete the FAFSA : Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible. Congratulations again, and best of luck to your new college student on their college adventure!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 21, 2024

Start now, and use this summer wisely to build a solid foundation for your financial future! More about Jodi and College Financial Aid Advisors Jodi is a FAFSA financial advisor who helps with the financial aid process to help families of college students maximize their financial aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 25, 2024

It’s also a great chance to meet members of the school and subgroups around campus that might be a potential part of your student’s experience there. On the blog, I’ve shared tips about what to ask the financial aid office during campus visits but today, I want to discuss questions that you should ask an admissions office.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Blogs Your student loan payments are due: 3 strategies to support community college students’ financial wellness When I think back to my time in college, student loans were something that nearly everyone had, but not something any of us fully understood. Specifically, we weren’t educated on how to repay them.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 15, 2024

Unfortunately, time is ticking – even with extended deadlines at some schools due to the FAFSA updates. With this year’s FAFSA issues , lead with kindness and patience throughout your interactions with the financial aid offices as they’re likely overwhelmed! But, you’re almost to the finish line! Congratulations!!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

A quick note: recent updates from the Education Department indicate colleges will not receive FAFSA information until March. More about Jodi and College Financial Aid Advisors Jodi is a FAFSA financial advisor who helps with the financial aid process to help families of college students maximize their financial aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 5, 2024

Carefully document all changes in your family’s financial situation from last year to this year. File Your 2023 Federal Income Tax Return You’ll need it when you go to complete the FAFSA in the fall. While a college education is amazing, you don’t want to be set up for financial burdens after graduation.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 22, 2024

If you need help coming up with questions for the financial aid director, contact us! More about Jodi and College Financial Aid Advisors Jodi is a FAFSA financial advisor who helps with the financial aid process to help families of college students maximize their financial aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 29, 2024

High schoolers should stay in contact with their school counselor as well as the desired colleges’ financial aid office. Juniors: Although college seems to be far off, signing up and creating an account for Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will ultimately give students a headstart when filling out financial aid forms.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 7, 2024

It’s important to strike a balance between helping and overburdening your student and having clear discussions to set expectations should make it easier for everyone! Twitter: Do you know who’s paying for your student’s college education? Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 3, 2024

#8: Start a Side Business Tap into your student’s entrepreneurial spirit by letting them start a side business. From selling handmade crafts online, offering pet sitting services, or creating a niche blog with affiliate marketing, there are countless ways to generate income outside of traditional employment. #9:

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 27, 2025

More about Jodi and College Financial Aid Advisors Jodi is a FAFSA financial advisor who helps with the financial aid process to help families of college students maximize their financial aid. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college.

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COE

MAY 31, 2024

Wolanin established the program in memory of Dr. Wolanin, who championed student financial aid and college access. 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.

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