College Aid Consulting Services

JANUARY 5, 2024

Here, we’ll dive into what interest in these schools could mean for students seeking financial aid and how working with a financial aid advisor on your FAFSA and/or CSS Profile could be your ticket to unlocking more funding opportunities. Financial aid here is comprehensive, offering scholarships, grants, and work-study opportunities.

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College Aid Consulting Services

DECEMBER 3, 2022

We have another financial aid success story to share. We started advising this family on the FAFSA and CSS Profile forms for financial aid in the beginning stages of their daughter’s college pursuit. Brandeis then followed up with an even more generous offer, which included more than $40,000 in grant aid for her first year.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 20, 2023

Students receiving Pell grants have graduation rates 21 percentage points lower than students who are not Pell-eligible. Higher education leaders face an obligation to Kansas families to remove barriers to access and success and ensure that our system lives up to the ideal of equal opportunity for all. Structural change is needed.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 22, 2024

She said that action is needed to address the systemic obstacles and to work to ensure that Latino students are supported in their journey toward higher education success. About 43 % of Latino students surveyed said that they faced difficulties completing the FAFSA application form, which is required to receive financial aid.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 28, 2024

It is about taking a bold stance to break the old and create new systems and structures that support our students’ success. I’m ready to share my unapologetic Freedom Dreaming thoughts, the full realization of unapologetic leadership, put into practice, in the name of student success. We need to double what we offer for Pell Grants.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 17, 2025

Heres your financial aid breakdown: Free Money: Grants and Scholarships Grants and scholarships are the best parts of your financial aid package because they dont require repayment. Grants are often based on financial need, while scholarships can be awarded for academic achievement, athletic ability, or other criteria.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

At a time when the Latino population in the United States is growing and students are still facing daunting obstacles, Excelencia in Education is recognizing nine institutions for their clear and decisive commitment to Latino student success with the Seal of Excelencia. It enrolls roughly 43% first-generation Latino students.

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The University Innovation Alliance

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Completion Grants: Innovative Financial Aid for Today's Students. Completion Grants. In 2021, we published our Completion Grants Playbook , and our CEO Bridget Burns joined the Chronicle's Assistant Managing Editor Ian Wilhelm to co-host this virtual conversation about helping under-resourced students complete their degrees.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 14, 2025

There are three main types of financial aid: Grants : These are usually need-based and dont need to be paid back. As a junior, there are steps you can take now to set yourself up for financial aid success: Research Scholarships : Many scholarships are available to students in their junior year or earlier.

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IEFA

JANUARY 7, 2025

Students can access funding through government grants, private donations, scholarships, and research grants. students, covering grants, loans and work-study programs. Accessing these funds requires completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, which determines eligibility. Federal student aid (U.S.

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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. However, completing the FAFSA can often feel like navigating a maze, with complex forms and important deadlines to contend with.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

This includes not only grants, scholarships, and loans but also any work-study opportunities or other forms of support. Your education and success are worth fighting for! Knowing what has changed for your situation will allow you to better advocate for your appeal. Dont be afraid to speak up and advocate for yourself.

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College Planners of America

MAY 13, 2023

The 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) integrates major changes in the way students will apply for Federal student aid. Education Department (ED), these changes will help students by enabling a better and simpler FAFSA experience. According to the U.S.

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NACAC's Admitted

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Financial aid discussions have centered on simplifying FAFSA and increasing federal Pell Grants – all important – but federal student aid policies are only one funding source for families trying to determine how to pay for college. However, the reality is these institutional grants are not fairly distributed.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Beginning July 2023, over 700,000 incarcerated adults will become Pell Grant eligible , enabling qualified students to pursue federally funded college education for the first time since the 1990s. Once funding is restored, a staggering 700,000 incarcerated adults will become eligible for Pell Grants in the 2023-2024 academic year.

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COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know! Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

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Scholarship America

JANUARY 10, 2023

Your institution may offer you scholarships, grants, loans and/or work study. This aid is often determined by information on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA ). It’s important to reapply for FAFSA every year and to understand whether your outside scholarships are renewable or not.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 20, 2024

Whether it’s scholarships, grants, or loans, these resources often make higher education attainable. So, remember to make the portal check-in a regular part of your student’s college routine—it could make all the difference in your success story. One area where its significance truly shines is in managing financial aid.

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EAB

JUNE 1, 2023

Blogs 3 considerations for prison education programs What you need to know ahead of July’s restoration of Second Chance Pell grants Given the restoration of Pell Grant funding for incarcerated students expected in July 2023 , many institutions are beginning to develop plans for Prison Education Programs (PEPs).

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College Aid Services

AUGUST 14, 2024

After a year filled with technological challenges, the Department of Education is taking steps to ensure that the upcoming FAFSA application rollout is successful with the release of the 2025-26 Student Aid Index (SAI) and Pell Grant Eligibility Guide.

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COE

JANUARY 7, 2024

Empowering Excellence: A TRIO Program’s Journey to Streamlined Success with empower January 7, 2024 — by Terrance L. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know! Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

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COE

OCTOBER 2, 2023

My mom’s journey began on a South Carolina farm, with her parents, who had limited education, relocating to Connecticut during the Great Migration to provide better opportunities; despite initial challenges, she achieved an associate’s degree and a successful career at IBM, emphasizing the transformative potential of higher education.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The 2023 award winners are Jeffrey Kahlden , director, Grant Management Services for Student Success at Dallas College ; Antonio C. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know! Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know! Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S. Blog Veterans Upward Bound Programs Commemorate Memorial Day with Activities and Ceremonies Across the U.S.

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Scholarship America

MARCH 9, 2023

Accessing Money for College Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) : It all starts here. FAFSA applications open October 1 each year, and completing the application is a required step for any government financial aid. The good news? The bad news? Here’s what you need to know (and what you need to ask).

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Scholarship America

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) : It all starts here. FAFSA applications open October 1 each year, and completing the application is a required step for any government financial aid. The FAFSA has been streamlined, simplified and connected to the IRS database for tax info, so it’s easier to complete than ever.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 22, 2024

Find out whether grants and scholarships are renewable, and what the anticipated increase is for next year’s tuition so you can plan ahead. From this amount you can subtract the amount of financial aid most students receive that does not have to be repaid, such as grants and scholarships.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

EAB experts Caylie Privitere and Matthew McAloon examine the benefits to students and institutions from the restoration of Pell Grant funding for incarcerated persons who want to pursue a college education. Our guest today discuss the restoration of Pell Grant funding for incarcerated students. Transcript [music] 0:00:11.6 Do we know?

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College Planners of America

JUNE 3, 2023

A strong College List is indispensable to the success of a student’s admissions campaign. In any discussion of financial aid, families should note that it’s critically important that all students submit a FAFSA to the U.S. The FAFSA is usually available online from the ED on October 1 for the following academic year.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 21, 2024

Summer is not just a time for relaxation and fun—it’s also a great opportunity for high school and college students to take proactive steps towards managing their finances and setting themselves up for success. This is the perfect time to find scholarships and grants to reduce your next year’s college costs.

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College Planners of America

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The amount of a student’s FWS award depends on when he or she submitted the FAFSA, the level of the family’s financial need, and the school’s availability of FWS funding. Applying for the FWS Program FWS is limited to students with a financial need as determined through the FAFSA process. However, 2023 is an exception.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 3, 2024

Explore Financial Aid Options : Take the time to research and explore the various financial aid options available to you, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs when paying for school. Learning to live within your means now is key to financial success as an adult! Each one has its own pros and cons.

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COE

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

At Southeastern Louisiana University, we run three classic Upward Bound and two Upward Bound Math-Science programs currently and have received Federal TRIO grants since 1987. Networking with fellow TRIO personnel who have embraced empower provides invaluable insights and support, creating a collaborative environment for success.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Even with generous scholarships and grants, sending a student to college can sometimes put an extraordinary burden on a family’s financial structure. You’ll find information on everything including admissions deadlines, financial planning, filling out the FAFSA, award letters, searching for scholarships, and comparing student loan options.

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IEFA

JANUARY 3, 2024

Research top lenders, explore scholarships/grants and utilize university financial aid. To apply for federal student aid, start by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Your FAFSA form will determine your eligibility for various federal student aid programs, including subsidized and unsubsidized loans.

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COE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Department of Education disqualified nearly 80 applicants in the FY2017 grant competition for non-substantive “errors,” like line spacing and font size. Blog Revised FAFSA Release Date Pushed Back – What You Need to Know! This program is vital for our community,” Espaillat remarked.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Re-evaluate your stop-out and student success strategies to include financial wellness from the start As institutions continue to fight enrollment declines, many are looking to reenroll stop-outs. FAFSA Guidance : Students receive support when completing FAFSA and throughout the verification process. More on this later.

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