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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.
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.
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 six items so you have the information you need to fill out the form.
