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6 Ways to Save Money While in College
Julie Kampschroeder: July 31, 2024
As of 2023, the average American student loan debt was $37,338 for a bachelor's degree.
Financial Aid
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FAFSA & CSS Profile: Guide to Understanding Financial Aid
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Financial aid for college is available through several different sources. Understanding the types of financial aid sources is paramount in minimizing...
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Common Questions About the CSS Profile and IDOC
Julie Kampschroeder: July 30, 2024
The CSS Profile is a standardized financial form that is required at over 400 colleges and universities across the country—and a little less than...
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How to Read a Financial Aid Award Letter [With 2 Examples]
Julie Kampschroeder: May 09, 2024
You've narrowed down your list of colleges, sent in your applications, and filled out your FAFSA form online. After you receive your acceptance...
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How to Help Your Students Through the FAFSA Verification Process
Julie Kampschroeder: April 15, 2024
Please note: This article has been updated to reflect the new FAFSA changes. For more information, please refer to What You Need to Know About the...
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What You Need to Know About the New FAFSA
Abby deSilva: April 01, 2024
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), managed by the Department of Education, is the gateway to federal and state financial aid for...
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How Applying Early Decision Affects Financial Aid Opportunities
Julie Kampschroeder: September 26, 2023
Applying early decision might improve your odds of being accepted with certainty to your dream school, but it might limit your financial aid...
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Need-Blind vs Need-Aware and Meeting Full Financial Need
Erin Barnes: September 08, 2023
When it comes time to look into financial aid for college, you’re very likely to come across three terms that seem simple enough but actually aren’t...
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Inside the Financial Aid Process: A Guide for Students and Parents
Peter Van Buskirk: July 10, 2023
Gaining admission to the college(s) of your choice might weigh heavily on your mind at the moment. The odds are that the prospect of affording...
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Family Bootcamp Podcast Mini-Series
Elena Polin: April 28, 2023
For families, especially parents and guardians, the college search and application process can feel like entering a whole new world. Between touring...