If you didn’t receive enough financial aid to cover your school expenses, there are other ways to pay for your education—if you know where to look.
Financial Aid
If you’re having trouble making your monthly federal student loan payment, consider switching to a different repayment plan. Learn about income-driven repayment (IDR) plans.
If you need financial aid to pay for college, career school, or trade school, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. Gather these items so you have the information you need to fill out the form.
Trying to understand all things student aid can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not familiar with the vocabulary. We’ve got you covered with an easy-to-use financial aid dictionary that provides simple definitions of commonly used—and confused—terms.
Does your financial aid offer include Direct Subsidized Loans and Direct Unsubsidized Loans? Learn how they compare so you can make a more informed choice.
So you’ve submitted your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form and applied to schools. How do you know what to do when you start to receive your financial aid offers? Here’s what you need to know about aid offers and what steps to take next.