Financing
Financial Aid?
This presentation is a short overview of financial aid covering topics from FAFSA, the CSS Profile, different types financial aid, Questbridge, and a few scholarship opportunities.
Read this document to further understand how financial aid works and questions for the Financial Aid office.
CSS Profile & FAFSA
View this presentation for a brief introduction to the CSS Profile and FAFSA.
Read this document by CollegeBoard that answers common questions about the CSS Profile and the process of the application.
Read this document by the Federal Student Aid to know the importance of FAFSA, what you need to fill it out, and a blank copy of the application.
Scholarships
Read this document for more information on applying for scholarships with Scholar Snapp.
Read FastWeb’s tips on winning scholarships, avoiding mistakes and scams, and a few lists of some scholarship opportunities.
Read these tips to help you avoid financial aid fraud.
Grants & Loans
Read the documents by the Federal Student Aid to learn more about the different Federal Grant Programs and Federal Student Loan Programs.
Read this document to learn more about the basics of federal student loans.
Appealing Financial Aid Offer
Read this document for tips on appealing financial aid offer.
Read this document by the College Essay Guy to gain perspective and inspiration for your financial aid appeal letter.
REMEMBER, the appealing process is not the same for every institution. Make sure to provide everything your college wants.
More Resources!
View this document for more links to great resources of the CSS Profile, FAFSA, paying for college, and scholarship websites!
Money Tips
Read these tips by The Money Professors to help improve your credit score.
View this presentation to learn more about Finances 101 and how to make the most of your money.
Read this document for an overview of Money Tips 101.
Paying Off Debt
Read the Federal Student Aid’s guide to repaying your loans.
Read this document by The Money Professors to help pay your debt.
Read these strategies to help pay off your debt and build wealth.