FAFSA & Financial Aid

How To Read Your Financial Aid Award Letter

September 23, 2021 | Thomas Broderick

Many students rely on to fund their education. An annual financial aid award letter breaks down how much a college offers students. In some cases, this offer may not cover...

What To Do If Your Financial Aid Form Gets Flagged For Verification

September 22, 2021 | Reese Lopez

What does it mean when your FAFSA is selected for verification? The verification process helps schools ensure accuracy. They review your submitted financial aid information and your eligibility for need-based...

How To Appeal Financial Aid To Get More Money For College

September 21, 2021 | Sarah Gardam

Schools and the federal government want students to get the aid they need to attend college. This is why both offer at least some financial aid. The process of appealing...

Independent Students Guide

September 21, 2021 | Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

Independent students include older college students, graduate students, student parents, and military-connected students. These learners face different challenges when securing financial aid and . The following resources help independent students...

Common Financial Aid Mistakes

September 17, 2021 | Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

The program distributes over $120 billion in financial aid every year. Students to qualify for federal grants, work-study programs, and loans. Many state grants, college scholarships, and private scholarships also...

Financial Aid For A Graduate Certificate

September 10, 2021 | Staff Writers

Created for professionals who completed a bachelor's degree, graduate certificates teach new skills over 1-2 semesters. A graduate certificate condenses advanced materials, helping students learn valuable skills that could lead...

Independent Student Vs. Dependent Student

September 3, 2021 | Staff Writers

Classification as a dependent or independent student can affect every aspect of your financial aid. This includes your eligibility for different loans and the amount you can borrow. Completing the FAFSA as an independent student may qualify you for additional types of aid, particularly if you make a low income. You may also qualify for […]