CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 10, 2025

Negotiate If Necessary If one school offers you more financial aid than another, or if your financial situation has changed since you first applied, dont be afraid to reach out to the financial aid office. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college.

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IEFA

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

OCTOBER 7, 2024

As students prepare for the exciting journey of attending college, one of the most important steps you’ll take is filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. How to Apply for FAFSA Before you dive into the FAFSA, gather all the necessary documents. Let’s break down how to get started!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Updates to the FAFSA Have Delayed College Financial Aid for Millions The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has undergone some major updates for the 2024-2025 application cycle. Unfortunately, many families and students are wondering exactly where the FAFSA is.

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College Planners of America

AUGUST 27, 2024

The most recent failure in the rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will leave many college students without critical financial aid as the fall semester approaches. Batch Corrections Batch corrections are aggregated digital changes to the FAFSA records of students.

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College Planners of America

AUGUST 27, 2024

The most recent failure in the rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will leave many college students without critical financial aid as the fall semester approaches. Batch Corrections Batch corrections are aggregated digital changes to the FAFSA records of students.

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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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College Planners of America

APRIL 5, 2024

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the means by which students obtain their fair share of the billions of dollars in Federal, state, and college financial aid to help defray the cost of college. The problems affecting the current admissions cycle began when the 2024-25 FAFSA was late.

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College Planners of America

APRIL 5, 2024

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the means by which students obtain their fair share of the billions of dollars in Federal, state, and college financial aid to help defray the cost of college. The problems affecting the current admissions cycle began when the 2024-25 FAFSA was late.

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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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College Planners of America

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The student financial aid system has always been complex. With this year’s new FAFSA and its inept rollout by the U.S. We reviewed the status of the FAFSA rollout in the last post. In this post, we review three important rule changes in the 2020 FAFSA Simplification Act (the Act ) that took effect this year.

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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. Let’s talk about what’s going on and how this impacts financial aid applications for students nationwide.

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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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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 18, 2024

This spring, as financial aid award letters arrive and college acceptance letters fill mailboxes, families are getting the full understanding at how much college will cost them personally. Colleges use your completed FAFSA to determine how much your family would be expected to contribute. This money does not have to be repaid.

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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. Remember: you will be expected to pay for anything that is not covered by financial aid or federal student loans. Now that all the paperwork has arrived, you might be feeling the pressure of choosing a college.

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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. They can provide guidance and support.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 22, 2024

Whether you’re a senior weighing your financial aid options or a junior gearing up for college visits this summer, remember: the financial aid office is your friend! When you chat with the financial aid office, asking the right questions is key.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 27, 2024

Explore scholarships, grants, and student loans, and don’t hesitate to reach out to the financial aid office for guidance. Remember to review any payment requirements with your student so they know what they’re responsible for.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 29, 2024

Seniors: Students need to communicate with financial aid offices, school counselors and their families to determine what option and financial aid path is going to be the best option for everyone. Follow up with the financial aid office of their college if needed.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 1, 2024

To wrap up your financial aid journey, here’s a few things I recommend for the class of 2024… Make sure the FAFSA has your 2023 tax info: April 15 is almost here and you should definitely have completed your 2023 taxes by now. If there is a noticeable difference, contact the financial aid office and discuss your options.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Make one last effort at increasing financial aid Remember, the colleges are looking at financial aid information from the last year. If your family faced financial problems last year, put together a compelling case for more help. I have more tips on appealing financial aid offers here!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 8, 2024

Remind your student to head to the financial aid office, look online, or contact lenders directly to find out exactly how much money was borrowed, when payments start, what the monthly payment amount will be, and if there are any income-based repayment plans.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 11, 2024

If you plan to file for an appeal, follow the school’s directions and be patient with the financial aid offers. This year has been particularly grueling on families and financial aid offices alike, so it’s important to be polite and respectful.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

College visits are a great way to actually see which campuses might be a good fit for you, and to be able to talk to current students, the financial aid office, and visit the cities the schools are in. As spring break and summer vacation arrive, it can be a perfect time of year to schedule college visits.

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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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EAB

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Institutions should consider proactively sharing information and resources related to student loan repayment with soon-to-be-graduating students. Campus Liaison: The college has a designated liaison for students facing a financial emergency. Financial Literacy: Virtual and in-person training is provided to students.

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College Planners of America

APRIL 28, 2023

Three years ago, Congress enacted long-overdue reforms in the passage of the FAFSA Simplification Act of 2020, which substantially improves Federal student aid process. Education Department ( ED ) was to complete the changes to the FAFSA system mandated by the Act in time for the 2022-23 award year (college admissions cycle).

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