CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 17, 2025

Receiving your financial aid letter is a huge milestone in your college journey, but it can also be overwhelming. 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.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 7, 2025

Lets talk about why early financial aid planning is so important to your college journey! While thats true, the earlier you start thinking about financial aid, the more options and opportunities you’ll have. Plus, financial aid doesnt just help pay for tuitionit can cover things like books, housing, and meal plans.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 18, 2024

In an effort to provide support for its student parents at all 23 of its campuses, the California State University (CSU) launched its first university-wide initiative focused on this demographic. Given that 19 percent of all college students, or 3.7

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 9, 2024

For students preparing to apply for financial aid, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a crucial part of the process. This can help to maximize your eligibility for aid and financial aid funding. Hopefully this makes higher education more affordable!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 14, 2025

One of the biggest questions students and families face is how to pay for higher education. 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?

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Transfer students and their families often face unique financial challenges, especially when transitioning to a new school mid-year. To encourage these students to apply for financial aid, it’s crucial to provide clear and accessible information.

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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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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Higher education leaders and states can take a number of additional steps to bolster academic success, reenrollment, and degree completion for students who started college but never finished. Dr. Laura Bernhard These students with some college, no credential (SCNC) make up more than six million Californians ages 25-64.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 24, 2025

But what if I told you that you might have more financial aid options than you realize? Many students don’t realize that asking for more financial aid is a legitimate strategy that can potentially lighten the cost of paying for school. Ask if there are any other forms of aid or funding you can apply for.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

But this decision isn’t just about choosing the school with the best programs, campus vibe, or student culture. It’s also about how to make it work financially. This means you can compare not only the acceptance offers from multiple schools but also the financial aid packages that come with them. What Is Regular Decision?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

If you’re looking to gain admission to your dream school without the added pressure of figuring out your financial aid package right away, Early Action might be the perfect choice for you. Early Action is an application process that allows students to apply earlier than the regular application deadline.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Higher education becomes even more expensive when students receive their financial aid offers – and theyre smaller than everyone hoped. Heres 6 things you can do when your college financial aid falls short of expectations: 1. Double-check the accuracy of your financial aid award.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

If your family is navigating the financial aid process, the timing of your application can impact your financial aid strategy, too. You will still receive your financial aid package along with your acceptance decision. But you’re not required to make a decision on financial aid immediately.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

For students heading to college, there is an immense pressure that comes with managing academic responsibilities and trying to determine how to pay for school. For many, financial aid is crucial to making higher education accessible. Knowing what has changed for your situation will allow you to better advocate for your appeal.

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College Aid Services

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Originally scheduled for release in August, Federal Student Aid announced yesterday that batch corrections will not be available for the 2024-25 FAFSA. This surprising announcement places a significant burden on Financial Aid Administrators and may cause further delays in granting aid to students.

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College Aid Consulting Services

MARCH 9, 2023

2024 College Financial Aid Costs; What You Need To Know. This is also highlighted in a recent story from NPR College financial aid letters mislead and confuse, with real consequences. We are also finding financial aid offers may feature an inaccurate comprehensive fee.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 31, 2025

But before you get too caught up in the excitement of graduation, lets talk about something thats just as important: college financial aid. If you think financial aid prep starts in the fall of senior year, think again! Its never too early to start getting ready for college financial aid applications.

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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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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

New analysis of the National Postsecondary Student Aid Study (NPSAS:20) reveals the diversity of today’s college students, and the types of institutions they attend. NPSAS provides information on students’ self-reported race and ethnicity, across six categories. Eleven percent of students were born outside of the U.S.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Even when the federal government tries to streamline financial aid, things wind up becoming more complicated. The consequences for students and their families could be serious. Two states, Minnesota and Texas, have moved their financial aid deadlines backwards to give students more time.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 6, 2025

Early decision application responses are being sent out and for some students, their college dreams are falling apart. Reassess your initial strategy: Some students can get very interested in one particular college in the rush to apply. Not every student needs or wants to start college right after high school graduation.

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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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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 13, 2025

Receiving a college rejection letter can feel like a sudden end to a dream youve worked tirelessly for as a high school student. If youre a student whos received an early admission rejection for the college of your dreams, know that youre not alone. 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

APRIL 20, 2025

Its a chance for students to make their final decisions about their plans for next year! Review Your Offers Carefully Take the time to compare all aspects of your acceptances: financial aid packages, academic programs, campus culture, and extracurricular opportunities. Decision Day is your deadline for committing to one school.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 24, 2024

Federal Student Aid is hosting a virtual webinar where users will have the opportunity to watch a demonstration on how institutions will submit corrections through the FAFSA Partner Portal (FPP).

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 16, 2024

For some students, the application feels overwhelming and instead of figuring it out or asking for help, they skip submitting it. However, by not submitting the FAFSA, families and students are missing out on potential aid to help pay for school! Many students forget about this and wind up losing out on aid!

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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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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 2, 2024

High school seniors who are ready to unlock financial aid and take the next step toward your education, it’s time to file your FAFSA. Completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is one of the most important tasks you’ll need to tackle as you prepare for college. After you’ve signed, hit submit!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 30, 2024

If you’re planning on attending college and need financial aid, then filling out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA ) is an essential step. But its not just about submitting the FAFSA you need to be aware of the deadlines to make sure you dont miss out on the financial assistance you need.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 15, 2023

College and university student enrollment is down for the third straight year, 7% lower than it was in 2019. Educators and policy makers need to confront misinformation and let potential students and families know that there are affordable ways to get a quality college education that will benefit them — and all of us. attend them.

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Counselors' Corner

APRIL 9, 2025

Tuition increases of ten, twelve, even eighteen percent werent uncommon, and since budgets for financial aid didnt get a similar boost, many students who thought they were set with their first choice either discovered new levels of debt to stay where they were, or the need to shift to Plan B at the last minute. Watch carefully.

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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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College Aid Services

JANUARY 28, 2023

Posted: January 26, 2023 Author: Federal Student Aid Subject: 2023-2024 Federal Pell Grant Payment and Disbursement Schedules Attached to this letter are both PDF and Excel versions of the Payment and Disbursement Schedules for determining Federal Pell Grant awards for the 2023-2024 award year (July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024) […] The post (..)

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College Aid Services

MAY 1, 2024

While individuals without an SSN can temporarily access the application, they must still manually enter tax information and students must verify… More » Contributors Without SSNs Gain FAFSA Access, Webinar Training Scheduled for May 3 The post Contributors Without SSNs Gain FAFSA Access, Webinar Training Scheduled for May 3 first appeared on (..)

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 20, 2025

For many high school students, early college applications are a huge milestone. Heres how you can navigate this challenging time together, and help your student build confidence moving forward: 1. Acknowledge What Hurts Rejection stings , and both students and parents should acknowledge the emotions that come with it.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

College websites, online rankings, virtual tours, and student reviews can all provide valuable insight into a schools academic offerings, campus culture, and overall vibe. Before visiting, make sure you understand the schools cost of attendance and the financial aid or scholarship opportunities available.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

It is a student’s chance to explore campuses, get a feel for the community, and decide if a particular school is the right fit for you. Are academic programs your top priority, or are you looking for a campus with strong student life, sports, and extracurricular activities? Are students engaged?

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