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

APRIL 14, 2025

The good news is that financial aid is available to help make college more affordable. Heres a guide to understanding financial aid and what you can do now to prepare for the future. What is Financial Aid? Financial aid is money provided to help you pay for college.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

One of the reasons that many of these efforts haven’t made as much difference as they could have is the administrative burdens that they place on students—the difficulty of the steps that students and their families must go through to apply for financial aid, or even to college at all. “By said Gándara. “Or

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 10, 2025

As a high school student preparing for college, one of the most excitingand sometimes stressfulmoments is receiving your financial aid packages. Colleges often send out different offers with varying amounts of financial support, and it can be tricky to figure out which one is the best deal for you.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Submitting your Free Application for Federal Student Aid is a huge milestone in the college application process, but its just the beginning of your financial aid journey. After hitting that submit button, a few important things happen behind the scenes to determine your eligibility for financial aid.

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 28, 2024

This year has ushered in a range of updates that will enhance how system managers can process federal aid, with some changes already implemented and other set to take effect in Spring 2025. Launches as CPS and FAA Access Are Decommissioned first appeared on College Aid Services.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 18, 2024

FSA has released an electronic announcement to clarify how issues discovered during the 2024-25 FAFSA rollout would be treated in terms of conflicting information and the appropriate steps that Financial Aid offices should take.

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College Aid Consulting Services

JULY 25, 2023

Discover our Top 10 FAFSA Tips for Divorced Parents in 2024—expert guidance tailored for navigating college financial aid. These insights stem from frequent inquiries and our seasoned experience in aiding divorced parents with the FAFSA.

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College Aid Consulting Services

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The 2023-2024 FAFSA® deadlines parents need to know. FAFSA applications started on October 1, 2022. It’s important for students to submit their applications for financial aid as soon as possible. The sooner you file your FAFSA the better your chances of maximizing your financial aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 5, 2025

As a financial aid advisor, Ive seen this moment come with a mix of joy, relief, and a dozen new questions. If the enrollment deposit is a financial burden, reach out to the admissions or financial aid office. Review and Accept Your Financial Aid Package Take a close look at your financial aid award.

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 31, 2024

With one month left until December 1, the Department of Education has released a comprehensive list of resources to help financial aid offices to prepare for the launch of the 2025-26 FAFSA application.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 28, 2025

If youve been juggling acceptance letters, financial aid offers, and those feelings of the unknown, its time to focus: May 1st is National College Decision Day. Before you commit, make sure youve looked at: Your financial aid package (Whats a grant vs a loan? Which aid is renewable?). Lets talk about just that!

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College Aid Consulting Services

JANUARY 26, 2023

Many people that inquire about our Financial Aid advisor services want to know what are the responsibilities of a FAFSA preparer? The FAFSA form determines a student’s eligibility for federal grants, loans, and work-study programs. Preparing and submitting the FAFSA form on behalf of the student or family.

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Scholarship America

JANUARY 10, 2023

Navigating financial aid can be confusing and overwhelming for students and their families, especially for those who are new to the process. Here are a few things you might not know about financial aid that could help you navigate the process more effectively. Financial aid can come from many sources.

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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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College Aid Services

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Today, the Department of Education announced that the deadline for Financial Value Transparency and Gainful Employment Reporting is being extended to January 15, 2025. This announcement provides much needed relief to Financial Aid offices across the country who are already struggling with issues surrounding the the 2024-25 FAFSA.

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College Aid Consulting Services

JULY 5, 2022

We also recommend that you attempt to meet with the financial aid office. Ask questions about filling out the FAFSA and CSS profile, but try and disclose as little about your financial situation as possible. Contact our office for a complimentary review of your financial aid options.

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College Aid Services

JULY 22, 2024

The latest electronic announcement outlines 2024-25 federal guidelines to determine when a FAFSA applicant qualifies for independent status as a unaccompanied youth who is homeless, self-supporting, or at risk of being homeless.

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HEAG

MAY 17, 2024

Although the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) serves as a gateway for millions of students to access critical financial assistance to make their dreams of a higher education accessible, this year’s application rollout has added significant barriers to … Read more ».

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Student Loan Hero

DECEMBER 22, 2022

One of the biggest myths about financial aid is that you shouldn’t apply if your family makes too much money. 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.

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Counselors' Corner

APRIL 17, 2024

I used to work for the US Department of Education, and they’re supposed to be helping you get an education—but it sure doesn’t seem that way, if you’ve applied for financial aid for life after high school. They changed the FAFSA form—the one used to apply for aid—and it was supposed to make applying easier.

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College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Test ISIRs for the 24-25 FAFSA are now available to financial aid offices and software vendors along with open-source tools to help users integrate this new data into their operating systems.

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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. Don’t get upset This is a normal part of the financial aid process.

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College Aid Services

MARCH 15, 2024

Building off of their March 12th announcement, the Department of Education has released yet another round of FAFSA-related guidance as it begins to transmit ISIRs for the upcoming academic year. This electronic notice provides the following reminders for financial aid offices: Institutions can refer to the EDconnect 8.6.1

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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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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

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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HEAG

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

As we approach the 2025-2026 academic year, financial aid offices across the country are facing a new challenge: the delayed release of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) until December 1, 2024. For many colleges and universities, this … Read more ».

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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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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

Financial aid packages are arriving with acceptance letters – and these students get to start figuring out what their next four years are going to look like. Unfortunately, time is ticking – even with extended deadlines at some schools due to the FAFSA updates.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 1, 2024

The finish line for the financial process is close, too. 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.

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HEAG

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The release of the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been eagerly anticipated, but its roll-out has faced unforeseen issues, impacting students and colleges nationwide. On January 30, 2024, the Department announced that institutions and states will … Read more ».

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 29, 2024

College choices are popping up like flowers this spring, and let’s face it, it can be a bit overwhelming… especially when it comes to picking the right financial aid options. What financial aid path is best for families? But don’t stress! What can parents afford?

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Timely MD

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Terms like FAFSA, withdrawal deadline, or academic probation can feel alien and inaccessible. He noted that efforts to explain processes like course withdrawals and financial aid appeals during orientation and introductory courses have significantly reduced confusion and barriers.

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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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NACAC's Admitted

OCTOBER 4, 2021

You completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submitted all the needed paperwork. If your financial aid award is greater than these expenses (or others, like a library fine or parking ticket), you may receive the extra funds in what’s commonly called a “refund check.”. Is It Really a Refund Check?

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