CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Two of the most important forms you’ll encounter are the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and the CSS Profile. These forms are essential for both high school students entering college and current college students seeking financial aid.

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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. When is the FAFSA due?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

But, in a year where the FAFSA is being delayed (because of some great changes that are happening!), many students and families are left wondering how financial aid distribution will work for the 2024-2025 school year. This is almost 3 months later than the FAFSA timelines have been in previous years. Still Want More Help?

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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

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

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. Are there any format updates to the FAFSA? You’d be surprised what’s available!

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College Planners of America

MARCH 7, 2023

This post is a continuation of the last two that summarized Modules 1 and 2 of the Student Loan Entrance Counseling (SLEC). Module 3, “Federal Student Loans”, is summarized in this post. SLEC ensures that a student understands their rights and responsibilities with Federal loans prior to entering into a loan agreement.

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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. The Education Department opened the FAFSA this month – in a soft launch that’s causing confusion and frustration for applicants.

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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. Some students with extremely low income may be able to qualify for financial aid which exceeds the cost of attendance.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Here is what to do if you receive a request for verification for your FAFSA: Stay alert Review your Student Aid Report, check your email, and visit college portals regularly to find out if your application has been selected for verification. 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

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Wading through the world of financial aid can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re met with acronyms like SAI, SAR, and FAFSA. Whether you’re applying to college or the parent of a soon-to-be-college student, understanding these terms is key to getting the financial support you need for college. What Is SAR?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Need-Based Aid and FAFSA Timing Need-based financial aid is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Many schools use the FAFSA and CSS Profile for additional aid analysis. 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 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. It can be a great way to meet fellow students, too!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 17, 2024

Federal student loans typically offer more favorable terms, such as fixed interest rates and flexible repayment options, compared to private loans. Additionally, federal loans may qualify for income-driven repayment plans and loan forgiveness programs, providing valuable assistance post-graduation.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

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

OCTOBER 24, 2023

How to Update Your Financial Aid Application to Reflect Your Current Income One of the most important steps in applying to college is completing the FAFSA, which will open in December. What many families don’t realize is that the FAFSA uses federal income tax information from the previous year to calculate financial aid eligibility.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

To help you understand the financial aid landscape and make informed decisions as a college-bound student (or with them as a parent), I’ve put together a glossary of the most common financial aid terms and their meanings. It is essential to fill out the FAFSA as early as possible to maximize your financial aid options! Simple as that!

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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. Review the differences between private and federal loans.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

All Things FAFSA: FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The Department of Education uses the FAFSA to determine students’ eligibility for federal financial aid based on their financial situation. Here’s some other tips about filing the new FAFSA forms. You’d be surprised what can happen!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 18, 2024

Colleges use your completed FAFSA to determine how much your family would be expected to contribute. Any financial aid offer letters received will outline the amount of scholarships, grants, and loans you can expect. Make sure that you have documentation of any changes not reflected in your current FAFSA documents.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 12, 2024

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. 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

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The FAFSA: Your First Step to Financial Aid The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is your starting point. It opens doors to federal grants, loans, and work-study opportunities. Filling out the FAFSA is easier than ever with online tools that guide you step by step. The good news?

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College Planners of America

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

When a student is approved for a Federal student loan for the first time, they’re required to complete Student Loan Entrance Counseling (SLEC), an online course offered by the Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA), the agency within the U.S.

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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. Reread your financial aid letters and determine how much of each package is in federal student loans. Remember: you will be expected to pay for anything that is not covered by financial aid or federal student loans.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 4, 2024

Next, it’s filing the actual application and FAFSA (which has been its own experience this year!), As acceptance letters and financial aid offers arrive, the reality of all of that hard work is sitting in your hands… and then there’s still one big decision to make: where is your student going to attend college? It’s not surprising!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 22, 2024

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. What are my chances of realistically being able to repay my student loans? What else do you suggest for students in my particular situation?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 20, 2024

Set Reminders : Have your student schedule regular check-ins with the college portal. Engage with Advisors : If you or your student have questions or concerns about financial aid, don’t hesitate to reach out to their college’s financial aid office. Schedule your FREE 15 minute call.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 10, 2024

Help your student create a schedule that includes time for studying, attending classes, socializing, and self-care. 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

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

You’re likely to see scholarships and grants you will not have to repay, and student loans that you will have to repay. If you don’t have enough, you’ll need to earn more by then or learn a lot about student loans in a hurry. 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

AUGUST 26, 2024

FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid): The FAFSA should open on October 1st of this year (2024-2025 application cycle was different because of the new changes). The FAFSA determines your eligibility for federal, state, and college-based financial aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 1, 2024

I see families complete the FAFSA with great expectations but they’re often disappointed when they don’t qualify for as much aid as they’d hoped. Less financial aid often means their student isn’t going to be able to pay for their first choice college – or they’ll have to take out way too many loans to make it possible.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 7, 2024

By securing scholarships early, you can better plan your finances and potentially reduce the need for student loans. Scholarships During College: Even if you missed out on applying for scholarships as a high school student, it’s never too late to start during your college years.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 29, 2024

It also takes readers through the entire college money process of applying for financial aid, using student loans, and searching for college scholarships. 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

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

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 5, 2024

File Your 2023 Federal Income Tax Return You’ll need it when you go to complete the FAFSA in the fall. Ask your parents if they are willing to help repay any portion of student loans you may borrow. Finally, one big deadline to be aware of is filing your FAFSA by 1 October. You want to put that high on your priority list!

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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

MARCH 11, 2024

Compare Debt Amounts : Financial aid offers usually include federal student loan eligibility. 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!

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