what is work-study?
The work-study program provides part-time employment to undergraduates and graduates to help with college expenses. There are two different kinds of work-study: Federal Work-Study and non-Federal Work-Study.
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what determines the amount of aid you receive?
The primary factor in determining the amount of aid you receive is your financial need. Your financial need is calculated as being the difference between the Cost of Attendance and the Expected Family Contribution.
fafsa mobile options
You can now submit the FAFSA via your cell phone using the mobile-friendly version of the fafsa.gov website and the myStudentAid mobile app.
attending financial aid workshops
To learn more about the financial aid process, you should attend your school's financial aid night or workshop with your parent(s). The following is a brief overview of various topics discussed at a workshop.
preparing to submit the fafsa
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed by students applying for state, federal, and institutional financial aid. The FAFSA can be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov after October 1st of the year prior to your college start date. Here are the steps you should take when preparing to submit the FAFSA.
qualifying for in-state tuition
This information is intended to give an overview of the policies involved in qualifying for in-state tuition. All questions about a specific circumstance or practice of a particular school should be directed to that institution.
how to make the most of your financial aid office's help
Your Financial Aid Office is there to provide you with financial assistance and advisory services, so you can pursue higher education. Be sure to make the most of their help by performing the following tasks.
tips for maximizing financial aid and saving money on college tuition
Attending college is not cheap. Financial aid and money-saving techniques are critical components in making higher education a possibility for most students. Use these tips to make sure you are doing everything possible to maximize your financial aid and save money on your college tuition.
an overview of the FSA ID
The FSA ID is a username and password combination that allows you to access your personal records on certain U.S. Department of Education websites and acts as your digital signature on some online forms, such as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Here is an overview of the FSA ID.
filling the financial aid gap
After determining your financial need, financial aid administrators decide how much aid they are able to offer you. Colleges may often offer aid that is less than your financial need. This is called the financial aid gap. Here are a few ways to bridge that gap.
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