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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.
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.
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.
Checking your FAFSA Submission Summary is the best way to make sure the FAFSA® information you submitted is correct.
Learn what deadlines you must meet to be eligible for as much aid as possible. Don’t miss out! Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form now.
Learn seven things you should do to prepare to pay for school after you submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
