CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Almost every financial aid application or letter will have at least one of these acronyms so it’s important to start recognizing them. I want you to feel confident and comfortable as you navigate all of the documents you’ll be handling over the next year! It also indicates a student’s eligibility for federal student aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 12, 2024

Tips for Staying on Track In a recent blog, I discussed creating a master schedule that includes all of these deadlines. Once you know the deadlines you set for yourself, schedule regular check-ins with your parents, teachers, or guidance counselors to track your progress. Check out those tips here!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Here’s a few terms that might come up on the documents: Expected Family Contribution (EFC): This is the amount your family is expected to contribute toward your education costs. It’s calculated based on financial information provided in the FAFSA or CSS Profile and helps determine your eligibility for need-based 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. This single document is the key to funding a college education, yet it’s been one of the most notoriously difficult documents to file.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 1, 2024

Supply all requested information: If any of your financial applications were selected for verification, you must get all the supporting documentation to the school in a timely manner so they can make a final decision regarding your financial aid. This is important, especially on the crunched time tables this year.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 15, 2024

Assign specific days or times to work on different aspects of the application, such as drafting essays, requesting letters of recommendation, and gathering supporting documents. #5: 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

JULY 7, 2024

Starting early gives you time to develop your writing skills, gather necessary documents, and refine your applications for maximum impact. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college. It’s not generally as simple as filling out a form.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 11, 2024

While getting a job in college can be a great way to limit how much money you need from loans, it will impact your student’s schedule – so think about it carefully! Remember to look for scholarships every year your student is enrolled to cover gaps!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Gather financial documents, review our guide to completing the FAFSA , and make sure your list of colleges is complete. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college. How do I prepare for the FAFSA? Until the application opens this month, all families can do is get prepared.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 19, 2024

If the schools do need any clarifications, adjustments or updated documents, ensure that you return them in a timely manner. Spring: In the early spring, students will begin receiving acceptance letters and financial aid award letters. 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

MAY 6, 2024

The only sure fire way to not receive aid is to not complete the FAFSA. How to Successfully File the FAFSA: Gather Necessary Documents : Before starting your FAFSA, gather important documents such as your Social Security number, tax returns, and records of untaxed income.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 29, 2024

Seniors: The time has come where incoming college students should be evaluating the financial aid offers from the colleges they were accepted to. Depending on the types of financial aid students end up opting for, they will need to complete verification documents along the way.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 5, 2024

Organize Your Financial Paperwork Keep track of all those end-of-year financial statements/W-2 forms that are starting to arrive in the mail. If you’re working, you’ll need your own W-2 or financial statements in addition to your parents. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college.

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