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.
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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.
Learn how you can use your StudentAid.gov account for each step in your financial aid journey, from completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form to using borrower resources and tools after you leave school.
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Learn seven things you should do to prepare to pay for school after you submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
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Checking your FAFSA Submission Summary is the best way to make sure the FAFSA® information you submitted is correct.
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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.